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Sep
26
0 comments Tags: digitallearn, health information search
DigitalLearn.org, the Public Library Association’s collection of short self-directed tutorials for the public to increase their digital literacy, now features a course all about researching health topics on the Internet. Developed in partnership with the National Network of Libraries of Medicine (NNLM), the new course was designed to help learners understand and evaluate health information… Read More »
Posted in: General, News from the Region, Public Health, Public Libraries, Resource Sharing
Sep
19
0 comments Tags: ARSL, Association of Rural and Small Libraries, Consumer Health, stand up for health
On September 12 over 70 library staff members from across the US, including as far as Hawaii gathered for a full day preconference of Stand Up for Health: Health and Wellness for Your Community at the Association of Rural and Small Libraries (ARSL) in Springfield, IL. The day is divided into four sections: introduction to… Read More »
Posted in: Public Libraries
Sep
18
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Name: Erin Lewis Title: Acquisitions and Interlibrary loan Education: Nearing the end of my MSLS degree How did you become interested in focusing on Health and Wellness? Exercise and being active plays a vital role in my life. I feel so much better when I exercise and I want to help others realize the benefits… Read More »
Posted in: Public Libraries, Public Libraries Spotlight
Sep
11
0 comments Tags: Gail Borden Public Library, health4libs, public libraries and health
Name: Tina Viglucci Title: Hispanic Services Director Education: MSIS University at Albany, SUNY How did you become interested in focusing on Health and Wellness? Through collaborations with partners in our community including the two major hospitals in the area, Presence St. Joseph and Advocate Sherman. They are leading efforts to bring together organizations to actively… Read More »
Posted in: Public Libraries, Public Libraries Spotlight
Sep
04
0 comments Tags: libs4health, public libraries and health
Name: Susan Kroll Education: MLS University of Buffalo How did you become interested in focusing on Health and Wellness? Received my BS degree in education for physically handicapped children which sparked my interest in health issues. My previous job was at the Health Sciences Library Ohio State University. Why is health literacy important in your community?… Read More »
Posted in: Public Libraries, Public Libraries Spotlight