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Jan

03

Start the New Year with New Knowledge! Upcoming Training Opportunities from NNLM

Posted by Kate Flewelling on January 3rd, 2019 0 comments

Looking for professional development opportunities? The National Network of Libraries of Medicine provides opportunities for library staff, health professionals, educators and others to learn about new health information resources and programs. All of our classes are free, and many are eligible for continuing education credit from the Medical Library Association. Even if you will not… Read More »

Posted in: Consumer Health, Data Science, Education, Health Professionals, K-12

Dec

11

Pennsylvanians can Receive Naloxone for Free on Thursday

Posted by Hannah Sinemus on December 11th, 2018 0 comments

From the Pennsylvania Press Room: The Wolf Administration will provide naloxone for free to any Pennsylvanian who wants it at nearly 80 locations across the state, primarily at state health centers and county/municipal health departments, on Thursday, December 13 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., as part of the administration’s ongoing effort to reduce the… Read More »

Posted in: Consumer Health, Health Professionals, In the Region, K-12, Public Health

Dec

04

It’s National Influenza Vaccination Week!

Posted by Hannah Sinemus on December 4th, 2018 0 comments

National Influenza Vaccination Week (NIVW), December 2-8, 2018, is a national awareness campaign focused on highlighting the importance of influenza vaccination. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) established NIVW in 2005 to highlight the importance of continuing flu vaccination through the holiday season and beyond. Why December? Flu vaccination coverage estimates from past seasons have… Read More »

Posted in: Consumer Health, Health Professionals, K-12, Outreach, Public Health

Oct

29

Resources for Coping with Trauma

Posted by Hannah Sinemus on October 29th, 2018 0 comments

As many of you may know, NNLM MAR’s offices are located at the University of Pittsburgh, just a few miles from the Tree of Life Synagogue where 11 people lost their lives on Saturday morning. While all NNLM MAR staff are physically safe, we grieve with our friends, neighbors and colleagues. This morning, we received… Read More »

Posted in: Consumer Health, Disaster / Emergency Preparedness, Health Professionals, In the Region, K-12, Outreach, Public Health

Aug

30

Did you miss the first round of MAR funding? Apply now for $19,000

Posted by Kate Flewelling on August 30th, 2018 0 comments

The National Network of Libraries of Medicine, Middle Atlantic Region, a health information outreach program funded by the National Library of Medicine, has funding for two grants of $19,000. Libraries, community-based organizations, schools, health care providers, and other organizations that provide health programming or services within PA, NY, NJ or DE are eligible to apply…. Read More »

Posted in: @ the RML, Consumer Health, Data Science, Funding, Health Professionals, K-12, Outreach, Public Health

Jan

15

NHO Awareness Slides

Posted by Hannah Sinemus on January 15th, 2018 0 comments

Use the MAR created National Health Observance slideshow at your organization! MAR has created a PowerPoint slide deck that provides you with ready-made promotional graphics, highlighting different National Health Observances each month. If your library or organization has a screen that is used to promote different events, resources and services then you can simply add… Read More »

Posted in: @ the RML, Consumer Health, K-12, Outreach, Public Health

Jan

09

It’s Not Too Late to Participate in National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week 2018!

Posted by Hannah Sinemus on January 9th, 2018 0 comments

National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week® to be held January 22-28, 2018 links students with scientists and other experts to counteract the myths about drugs and alcohol that teens get from the internet, social media, TV, movies, music, or from friends. It was launched in 2010 by scientists at the National Institute on Drug Abuse… Read More »

Posted in: Consumer Health, Education, Health Professionals, K-12, Outreach, Public Health

Jan

02

Website Widgets for Consumer Health

Posted by Hannah Sinemus on January 2nd, 2018 0 comments

Widgets are small applications that allow you to access content from other websites directly on your own website. Many government organizations offer free health-related widgets, including the National Library of Medicine (NLM), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and other divisions under the US Health And Human Services Department (HHS). Add these widgets to your… Read More »

Posted in: Consumer Health, K-12, Outreach, Technology

Dec

11

Cold and Flu: Prevention, Symptoms and Treatments

Posted by Hannah Sinemus on December 11th, 2017 0 comments

In much of the Northern Hemisphere, December through February is prime time for colds, influenza (flu), and other respiratory illnesses. Don’t let a cold or the flu ruin your holidays! Learn how to protect yourself and your family with these tips from the Food & Drug Administration (FDA): Get vaccinated against flu Wash your hands… Read More »

Posted in: Consumer Health, Health Professionals, K-12, Public Health

Dec

05

Upcoming NNLM Webinars for Public Health

Posted by Hannah Sinemus on December 5th, 2017 0 comments

The National Network of Libraries of Medicine (NNLM) website offers free professional development opportunities each month for public health professionals and librarians. During December 2017, attend free NNLM webinars related to high reliability in healthcare organizations, community response to substance misuse, apps related to consumer health, and how to search ClinicalTrials.gov: Today! Moving Towards High Reliability in… Read More »