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Jan
06
0 comments Tags: Blood Donor Month
The need for blood donation is constant and crucial. Hospitals rely on the generosity of donors to treat millions of patients every year. There is no artificial substitute for human blood. Blood banks must have a consistent supply to respond to natural disasters, accidents, and emergencies. In the winter months, blood donations are reduced, due… Read More »
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Dec
23
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The NNLM Region 6 office would like to send warm wishes and season’s greetings to everyone this holiday season! As we look ahead to the new year we thought it would be fun to take a look back at 2024 and share a project each person enjoyed working on this year. Nora Barnett, Health Professionals… Read More »
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Dec
19
0 comments Tags: Safe Toys and Gifts Awareness Month
December is Safe Toys and Gifts Awareness Month. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission’s report on toy-related deaths and injuries revealed that in 2023, there were ten toy-related fatalities and an estimated 231,700 toy-related injuries. Picking out toys and gifts? Safety comes first! Make sure they’re a great match for the child’s age and abilities…. Read More »
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Dec
17
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The holiday season is upon us, and it’s a perfect time to focus on staying healthy and making positive changes for the New Year. Health information providers are crucial in empowering individuals and families with access to trustworthy health information. From food safety tips to guidance on avoiding scams and making healthier lifestyle choices, libraries… Read More »
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Nov
25
0 comments Tags: International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women
International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women is observed annually on November 25. The United Nations defines violence against women as “any act of gender-based violence that results in, or is likely to result in, physical, sexual or psychological harm or suffering to women, including threats of such acts, coercion or arbitrary deprivation… Read More »
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