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Jun
01
0 comments Tags: consumer health, libraries, library programming, outdoors, outreach
“Might I,” quavered Mary, “might I have a bit of earth?” Many of you may remember this line from The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett, a popular children’s book written over a hundred years ago. Books can have a way of encouraging readers to explore and try something new. For many, gardening or just even… Read More »
Posted in: Consumer Health Minute, Public Libraries
May
04
0 comments Tags: Birthing, Maternal Health, parenting, Pregnancy
We celebrate both mothers and expectant mothers in May. Being pregnant can be a very joyous event, anticipating the birth of a child. This may be the first child and being pregnant and preparing for the birth can be both exciting and a bit anxiety ridden. What free information resources can your library or organization… Read More »
Posted in: Consumer Health, Consumer Health Minute
Apr
09
0 comments Tags: children's health, consumer health, health information
Lead is a naturally occurring metal but one that can cause devastating health effects, especially in children. What are the health effects? Learning disorders and behavioral problems Greater risk of miscarriage High blood pressure Nervous system damage Brain damage of fetus Muscle and joint pain These are just a few of the many health effects… Read More »
Posted in: Consumer Health, Consumer Health Minute
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