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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
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
Dec
16
0 comments Tags: Funding, health information, NNLM Region 5, outreach, training
December is a busy month for everyone as we try to wrap up year-end projects while squeezing in as much holiday fun as possible. In that spirit, this month’s Director’s Insights post will be short and sweet. I am enormously proud of the work that the Region 5 team has accomplished in 2024. Each member… Read More »
Posted in: Blog, New from NNLM Region 5, News from NNLM Region 5
Dec
04
0 comments Tags: complementary health, consumer health, health information, libraries, online education
Many people take care of their health through treatments and practices either with or without using current medical practices and they do so for various reasons such as lack of access to medical care, costs, personal preferences, past experiences, cultural, curiosity. In fact, a recent study in the medical journal, JAMA, found that there has… Read More »
Posted in: Consumer Health, Consumer Health Minute, News from NNLM Region 5, Training & Education