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Region 6 serves the states of Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, and Wisconsin.

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Farewell & Best Wishes Bobbi!

Posted by on June 23rd, 2025 0 comments

After over eight years with the Network of the National Library of Medicine (NNLM) at the University of Iowa, Bobbi Newman will depart the organization on August 4. Since joining in June 2016, Bobbi has been a driving force in connecting public libraries with trusted health information and championing community well-being through innovative national projects…. Read More »

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May

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Region 6 Welcomes Stefania Acosta Ramirez

Posted by on May 22nd, 2025 0 comments

Stefania Acosta Ramirez joins Region 6 as Consumer Health Information Coordinator. In this role, Stefania will engage individuals and organizations across the region in health information access and digital health literacy programs. She brings community engagement expertise from her previous role as Science Communications and Engagement Specialist with the former National All of Us Program… Read More »

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May

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Why You Should Get Your Consumer Health Information Specialization (CHIS)

Posted by on May 14th, 2025 0 comments Tags: ,

Staying updated with the latest information is crucial for librarians and health professionals. This post will explore the Consumer Health Information Specialization (CHIS) and why it’s a valuable credential for public librarians. Earning your CHIS will help you better assist patrons in finding credible health information. This improves the quality of service and builds trust…. Read More »

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This project has been funded in whole or in part with Federal funds from the National Library of Medicine, National Institutes of Health, Department of Health and Human Services, under Grant Number 1UG4LM012346 with The University of Iowa.

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