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Mar
15
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NNLM Region 6 Speaker Spotlight Series is a webinar series from the NNLM Region 6, featuring expert guest speakers presenting on topics of interest to all our users, from librarians to public health practitioners, educators, clinicians, and others who work with health information. Topics will be scheduled according to audience interest, seasonal applicability, and speaker… Read More »
Posted in: Blog, Consumer Health, General, Health Misinformation, NLM Resources, Outreach, Public Health, Public Libraries, Resource Sharing
Mar
08
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Resources related to nutrition There is a lot of conflicting information about nutrition, and it can be hard to know what to eat and how to implement healthy eating. We’ve compiled some resources. National Nutrition Month National Nutrition Month® was created 50 years ago by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Find recipes, learn about food groups, get… Read More »
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Feb
27
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You may have heard that the CDC recently released a report showing that U.S. Teen Girls Experiencing Increased Sadness and Violence. We have put together some resources to help you and the community you serve understand teen depression and sexual violence. Fact Sheet According to the data, teen girls are confronting the highest levels of… Read More »
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Nov
16
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Since 2010, the National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health has celebrated National Rural Health Day on the third Thursday in November. It is a time to recognize the “power of rural” and highlight the work being done to reduce health care disparities in rural communities. This year’s theme is, “Advancing Behavioral Health Equity… Read More »
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Nov
14
0 comments Tags: health information resources, Native American Health Resources, Native American Heritage, Native American Heritage Month
November is Native American Heritage Month. As the National Congress of American Indians notes, it’s not only an occasion for all of us to celebrate the diverse cultures, traditions, histories, and important contributions of American Indians. It is also a fitting time to educate each other about tribes, raise awareness of the challenges American Indians… Read More »
Posted in: Public Health, Public Libraries, Resource Sharing