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Nov
14
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We are happy to announce Kathy Fatkin as the winner of the 2014 Medical Librarians Month Contest! Kathy has won a $1500 travel scholarship to MLA 2015 in Austin, Texas. Thanks to all who entered and for telling us your story about how you have made a difference. Additional entries will be posted over the… Read More »
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Nov
12
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During November, the nation collectively recognizes the achievements, contributions and rich culture of the Native Americans. History Native American Heritage Month was first recognized in 1915 with the annual meeting of the Congress of the American Indian Association, building upon previous work of Dr. Arthur C. Parker. Despite this proclamation, various states began organizing days… Read More »
Posted in: News from NLM, Public Health
Nov
07
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Pictured from left to right, Dr. Donald Lindberg witnesses the Semiahmoo blessing of NLM’s totem with Whatcom County Executive Pete Kremen and Chairman of the Lummi Nation Cliford Cultee in September of 2011. Dr. Donald A.B. Lindberg, Director of the National Library of Medicine (NLM) since 1984, has announced he will retire at the end… Read More »
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Nov
03
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Many people look forward to having their own biological children at some point in their lives. However, many find that is not possible for various reasons. Adoption is another way to become a parent. It is also a way to gain a parent. For many adoptees, being welcomed into a loving family is also an… Read More »
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