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Jan
22
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Are you attending he ALA Midwinter Meeting in Seattle this week? The NNLM Pacific Northwest Region will be there. We’ll be in the exhibit hall as the National Library of Medicine, booth #605 Stop by and learn more about the National Library of Medicine resources as well as the outreach services of the National Network… Read More »
Posted in: Health Literacy, News from NNLM, News From NNLM PNR, Public Libraries, Training & Education
Jan
17
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A new year and a new blog series. As Consumer Health Coordinator for the NNLM PNR, I help to provide information regarding library services and programming for those who serve the general public. Many of you juggle several job duties as well as a variety of information needs and so may welcome some tips and… Read More »
Posted in: Health Literacy, Public Libraries
Jan
03
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Every new year we begin with the resolution to exercise, to diet, to have peace of mind- to be healthier. In books stores and public libraries, exercise and diet books and other media fly off the shelf. Gyms and health studios become crowded with new members. An array of exercise equipment is purchased or brought… Read More »
Posted in: Health Literacy
Dec
17
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Every year around this time, I think about my health. Yes, it’s the holidays and everything is festive and bright, but it’s also the season when I typically schedule my annual health visits. And, to be honest, the news from these visits hasn’t always been something to celebrate. I’ve learned that health – and conversely… Read More »
Posted in: All of Us, Blog, Health Literacy, Public Libraries
Dec
06
0 comments Tags: dietary restrictions, diets, food allergies
Are you planning your holiday menus for when your friends and families are gathering during the holiday season? It can be fun to plan what foods and beverages to serve until Cousin Bill states he is no longer eating gluten, your best friend is lactose intolerant, your boss is vegan, Grandma is diabetic, and your… Read More »
Posted in: Health Literacy