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05
0 comments Tags: consumer health, health information, health literacy, NNLM Reading Club, public health, public library
Health misinformation is a serious threat to public health. It can cause confusion, sow mistrust, harm people’s health, and undermine public health efforts. Limiting the spread of health misinformation is a moral and civic imperative that will require a whole-of-society effort. ~ Vivek H. Murthy, M.D., M.B.A., Vice Admiral, U.S. Public Health Service, Surgeon General of… Read More »
Posted in: Health Literacy, Health Misinformation, News from NNLM, News from NNLM Region 5
Dec
17
On January 6th, 2022 from 10 -11:15 am PT, please join the kickoff for the new National Center for Data Services (NCDS) of the Network of the National Library of Medicine! Come hear about our upcoming exciting offerings, including courses in research data management, data science, and data ethics, and a series of webinars on… Read More »
Posted in: Data Science
Dec
02
0 comments Tags: dietary restrictions, food allergies, health information, nutrition
Ah, the holidays are upon us. Over the next month people will be attending a variety of social gatherings with family, friends, and colleagues. Most if not, all will include food which can be tricky to navigate whether you’re the person with a food allergy or intolerance OR the one preparing the food. How do… Read More »
Posted in: Consumer Health
Nov
23
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NNLM Region 5 is pleased to announce new Professional Development Awards for up to $1,500/ each. Applications for these awards can be submitted until February 16, 2022 while funds are still available. Plan now to submit your award application to cover costs to attend virtual or in-person classes, conferences or workshops in the United States. The… Read More »
Posted in: Funding, News from NNLM Region 5
Nov
19
0 comments Tags: collection development, Funding, NNLM Region 5
Collection Equity Award NNLM Region 5 is pleased to announce that we have extended the deadline to submit a Letter of Intent (LOI) for the second round of funding of our popular Collection Equity Award to December 1, 2021. Applications are due December 10, 2021. Read on for all you need to know to apply:… Read More »
Posted in: Funding, News from NNLM Region 5