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Aug
11
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Region 5 members are currently experiencing unprecedented disasters in our region. In just the past week, Alaska has endured catastrophic flooding events, while parts of Hawaii are under emergency evacuation notices for wildfires stemming from Hurricane Dora. We want to remind users that the NNLM maintains a collection of emergency and disaster resources to address… Read More »
Posted in: Blog, Emergency Preparedness
Aug
04
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Registration is now open for the NNLM Book Discussion featuring The Invisible Kingdom: Reimagining Chronic Illness by Meghan O’Rourke. This thought-provoking book explores the realm of chronic illnesses that often go undiagnosed and unrecognized, shedding light on the experiences of those affected by conditions that are often misunderstood and overlooked. The book discussion will take… Read More »
Posted in: Education, Health Disparities, Public Health, Training & Education
Aug
02
0 comments Tags: breastfeeding, consumer health, health information, National Health Observances
August is National Breastfeeding Month along with Black Breastfeeding Week (August 25 – 31). Expectant and new parents often learn about the benefits of breastfeeding or nursing and may choose this method of feeding their babies. Everyone experiences breastfeeding differently from very positive to very frustrating. Not everyone thinks about taking their questions to their… Read More »
Posted in: Consumer Health, Health Observances