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Mar
23
0 comments Tags: cancer, consumer health, health information, librarian roles, medical librarian
Rachel Raymond, Clinical Trials Information Specialist III at Office of Communications and Public Liaison (OCPL), NCI’s Cancer Information Service, provided us with the guest post about her role at the National Cancer Institute. Rachel also acquired her Consumer Health Information Specialization (CHIS) by attending NNLM classes. The National Cancer Institute (NCI) is the leading federal agency… Read More »
Posted in: Consumer Health, Guest Post
Mar
18
0 comments Tags: cancer, consumer health, health information, libraries
Many people in your community have been affected by cancer. They may have or had a friend or family member diagnosed or been diagnosed themselves. Cancer is the second leading cause of death in the United States, according to the CDC. We are all at risk of developing cancer though the risk increases as we… Read More »
Posted in: Consumer Health, Consumer Health Minute
Feb
25
0 comments Tags: children's health, consumer health, health information, outreach, parenting, teen health
Many parents and guardians find themselves needing authoritative, current, and trusted information regarding children in their care. What can your library or organization provide? You can’t nor should you provide health advice, but you can provide links to quality health information from experts. And you can encourage parents and guardians to take that information and… Read More »
Posted in: Consumer Health, Consumer Health Minute
Jan
21
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When we talk about our health we often forget about our teeth. Oral or dental health is very important. Not only are teeth important to make it easier to eat but poor oral hygiene can lead to major health conditions such as endocarditis, stroke, and there is growing research showing a connection between having poor… Read More »
Posted in: Consumer Health, Consumer Health Minute
Dec
08
0 comments Tags: food allergies, Holidays
The holidays are often filled with food, and lots of it. Friends and families gather to celebrate. Whether you’re hosting or attending, these events can be fun and appetizing but not so appetizing for those who have food allergies. In fact, it can be very dangerous. People can be allergic to a variety of food… Read More »
Posted in: Consumer Health, Consumer Health Minute