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Dec
11
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Vitamin D Deficiency May Cause MS Employees Working Long Hours Face Increased Risk of Stroke Coffee Could Literally be a Lifesaver When you see these health headlines do you immediately think of how it pertains to you or someone you know? You probably don’t think, “I should make sure this information is from a reputable… Read More »
Posted in: Health Literacy
Nov
23
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What is cultural competency? Like many concepts, there is no one definition. Cultural awareness is a fundamental element in cultural competence. Being aware and conscious of cultural differences and similarities is important but so is the awareness of one’s own culture and recognizing and acknowledging the impact it has on those of other cultures. Our communities are becoming… Read More »
Posted in: Health Literacy
Nov
16
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The National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health have designated this year’s National Rural Health Day, November 19. According to the 2010 census data, about a quarter of the U.S. population resides in rural areas and about 65% of U.S. counties are designated as rural. Many people are drawn to the beautiful landscape, the slower pace, and… Read More »
Posted in: Health Literacy, Public Health
Nov
05
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Veterans Day is approaching and is a special time to pay tribute to veterans of all wars. These men and women have sacrificed much for the freedoms we all enjoy and for which we are thankful. However, the results of war are often devastating for veterans, their families and eventually we all feel the effects…. Read More »
Posted in: Health Literacy, News From NNLM PNR
Oct
26
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November 1, 2015 is the first day to enroll in the Health Insurance Marketplace for 2016. The enrollment deadline is January 31, 2016 otherwise the only way to qualify for insurance in 2016 is for a Special Enrollment Period. According to Sylvia Burwell, U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services, in the five years since ACA… Read More »
Posted in: Health Literacy, News From NNLM PNR