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Feb
18
0 comments Tags: coronavirus, COVID-19, data storytelling, data visualization
The new coronavirus (i.e. COVID-19) has some people in the United States worried. As of February 18th, 2020, there are more than 70,000 confirmed cases in China right now. The outbreak is serious, but if you’re living in the United States, the odds are that the regular flu is a much more serious risk to… Read More »
Posted in: Data Science, Emergency Preparedness, Health Literacy, Public Health, Training & Education
Feb
14
0 comments Tags: book review, citizen science, nnlm pnr
“The Field Guide to Citizen Science: How You Can Contribute to Scientific Research and Make a Difference”, written by SciStarter experts Darlene Cavalier, Catherine Hoffman, and Caren Cooper is a fantastic read. They do an excellent job of explaining what defines citizen science, its history, and how you can easily become a citizen scientist with… Read More »
Posted in: Data Science, Health Literacy, Training & Education
Feb
06
0 comments Tags: consumer health, health literacy, NLM Traveling Exhibits
The Call for Requests for Rise, Serve, Lead! America’s Women Physicians and Rashes to Research: Scientists and Parents Confront the 1964 Rubella Epidemic is now open. All submissions must be received by February 28, 2020, 11:59pm, E.S.T. An announcement of host sites will be made on April 13, 2020 by 5:00pm. If you would like… Read More »
Posted in: Health Literacy, News from NLM
Feb
03
0 comments Tags: All of Us, consumer health, Digital Literacy, health literacy, online education, public library, training
Technology is continuing to improve, and more and more people are looking online for health information, managing care, and trusted advice. Despite the increasing use, there is a digital divide for many individuals that greatly impact their ability to find and access trusted quality health information. Wisconsin Health Literacy developed a digital health literacy program,… Read More »
Posted in: Blog, Health Literacy, News from NNLM, Public Libraries
Jan
31
0 comments Tags: All of Us, consumer health, health literacy, National Health Observances, NNLM Reading Club, public library, reading
Heart disease, the leading cause of death in the United States, is largely preventable. There are many things people can do to reduce their risk: exercise, make healthy food choices, and also visit their healthcare provider regularly. February is American Heart Month, but any time is a good time to help raise awareness about heart… Read More »
Posted in: All of Us, Blog, Health Literacy, Health Observances, News From NNLM PNR, Public Libraries