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Nov
17
0 comments Tags: consumer health, health information, health literacy, librarian roles, libraries, medical librarian, NNLM Region 5, public library, training
In November, we take time to pause and reflect on what we’re grateful for in our lives. Personally, I’m thankful for my family, my home, and the fact that we’re entering peak pie season – hello, pumpkin pie. At Region 5, we’re so grateful for the wonderful members who make up our organization. The curiosity,… Read More »
Posted in: Blog, New from NNLM Region 5, News from NNLM Region 5
Nov
13
0 comments Tags: consumer health, diabetes, health information, outreach, reading
According to the American Diabetes Association, diabetes affects over 38 million people in just the United States alone. Every year 1.2 million people are diagnosed with this health condition. What is diabetes? MedlinePlus explains the different types of diabetes: Type 1 diabetes: If you have type 1 diabetes, your body makes little or no insulin. It… Read More »
Posted in: Consumer Health, Consumer Health Minute, Health Literacy, Health Observances
Oct
08
0 comments Tags: consumer health, health literacy, National Health Observances
Have you ever been to a doctor visit and wondered what they meant by drinking “clear liquids”? Or maybe you or someone in your care was given a drug prescription and told to “take three times a day” which made sense at the time but later you wondered if that meant every 8 hours or… Read More »
Posted in: Consumer Health, Consumer Health Minute, Health Literacy, Health Observances
Sep
02
0 comments Tags: classes, collection management, consumer health
Is your library or organization seeking guidance to start a consumer health collection or wanting to build on an already existing collection? You may find that what would seem straightforward about a consumer health collection is not always so straightforward. Like any health information, there’s a lot out there but discerning what is good research-based… Read More »
Posted in: Consumer Health, Consumer Health Minute, Education, Library staff, Public Libraries, Training & Education
Jan
03
0 comments Tags: consumer health, health and wellness, health information
Happy New Year! At the beginning of every new year, many people make resolutions to improve themselves or make significant life changes. According to Pew Research, of those who do make resolutions, 79 % were health related. However, it can be hard to stick to those resolutions for lots of different reasons. But this post… Read More »
Posted in: Consumer Health, Consumer Health Minute