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Apr
25
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This year’s summer reading slogan from the Collaborative Summer Library Program (CSL) is focused on health and wellness. Many public libraries have already begun their program planning. The National Library of Medicine health resources are a great way to help in the planning and supplementing of programs and activities following this theme. MedlinePlus covers a… Read More »
Posted in: Health Literacy, Public Health
Apr
14
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Are you familiar with the Genomic Medicine, the Precision Medicine Initiative, and the Human Genome Project? Have you tried one of the direct to consumer genetic testing through such companies as Ancestry.com or 23 and Me? These and other programs can help you discover your own genetic makeup. Learning about who we are genetically often has to do with… Read More »
Posted in: Health Literacy, Health Observances
Mar
11
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Already lagging on your New Year’s resolutions? Well, spring is a time for renewal and a fresh start! March is a great time to take a look at the recently released U.S. Dietary Guidelines and renew your resolve to eat healthier. What are the U.S. Dietary Guidelines? Published every five years for the general public as… Read More »
Posted in: Health Literacy, Public Health
Feb
22
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This week is National Eating Disorders Awareness Week. Why focus the focus on eating disorders? According to the National Association of Anorexia and Related Disorders (ANAD), over one-half of teenage girls and nearly one-third of teenage boys use unhealthy weight control behaviors such as skipping meals, fasting, smoking cigarettes, vomiting, and taking laxatives. ANAD also… Read More »
Posted in: Health Literacy, Public Health
Feb
17
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Date: March 2, 2016 Time: 5:30 am-2:00 pm Pacific Time , 4:30 am-1:00 pm Alaska, 6:30 am- 3:00 pm Mountain Attend in-person: The meeting will be in Room 100 of the Keck Center of the National Academies located at 500 5th Street NW, Washington, DC 20001 Attend online: When registering select “Via Webcast” On March 2, 2016… Read More »
Posted in: Health Literacy