Jan
15
0 comments Tags: disaster preparedness, wildfires
The Region 5 team extends our heartfelt support to everyone affected by the devasting wildfires in California. These communities are facing terrible losses, and we are ready to offer support any way we can. We have compiled some links to trusted resources that provide up-to-date information on tools and services for people affected by these… Read More »
Posted in: Emergency Preparedness
Jan
15
0 comments Tags: docline
Is your library a member of the DOCLINE library group FREESHARE? If so, watch your email for an important renewal request. About DOCLINE and FREESHARE DOCLINE is an interlibrary loan routing system provided by the National Library of Medicine. FREESHARE is a DOCLINE Library Group. Library Groups allow DOCLINE libraries to lend and borrow using… Read More »
Posted in: News from NNLM, Resource Sharing & Document Delivery
Jan
08
0 comments Tags: collection development, Funding, professional development, Technology
Today, the NNLM Region 5 opened three new funding opportunities for member organizations in the region. Funded awards improve access to health information, furthering the mission of the NNLM. Pending budget availability, upcoming awards for the May 1, 2025- April 30, 2026 funding period include: Technology Improvement Award, to increase access to technology. 2 Awards,… Read More »
Posted in: Funding, News from NNLM Region 5
Jan
03
0 comments Tags: consumer health, health and wellness, health information
Happy New Year! At the beginning of every new year, many people make resolutions to improve themselves or make significant life changes. According to Pew Research, of those who do make resolutions, 79 % were health related. However, it can be hard to stick to those resolutions for lots of different reasons. But this post… Read More »
Posted in: Consumer Health
Dec
16
0 comments Tags: Funding, health information, NNLM Region 5, outreach, training
December is a busy month for everyone as we try to wrap up year-end projects while squeezing in as much holiday fun as possible. In that spirit, this month’s Director’s Insights post will be short and sweet. I am enormously proud of the work that the Region 5 team has accomplished in 2024. Each member… Read More »
Posted in: Blog, New from NNLM Region 5, News from NNLM Region 5