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Nov
10
0 comments Tags: rsv resources
You and your library patrons are probably hearing and reading about an increase in RSV cases. We have put together some resources to help you and your patrons better understand and prevent the spread of RSV. Respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, is a common respiratory virus. It usually causes mild, cold-like symptoms. But it can… Read More »
Posted in: Resource Sharing
Aug
05
0 comments Tags: monkey pox
Mpox Resources Want to find more information about Mpox? MedlinePlus has information on Mpox written for members of the public. Information on MedlinePlus can be freely distributed and shared. MedlinePlus has high quality health information, in both English and Spanish, that is easy to understand and free of advertising. StatPearls has information on Mpox written for clinicians and… Read More »
Posted in: Advocacy, Blog, Consumer Health, Resource Sharing
Jun
29
0 comments Tags: LGBTQ+, lgbtq+ health
The resources shared via these posts for Pride Month touch upon only a small portion of the health information needs and concerns of LGBTQIA+ people and the providers who care for them. A lack of research exists in these populations in part because LGBTQIA+ persons might not be out to their health care providers for… Read More »
Posted in: Blog, Resource Sharing
May
26
0 comments Tags: coping with mass shootings, mental health resources
I received an email today asking for permission* to share last year’s blog post on mental health resources and if there were any updates related to mass shootings. With the help of colleagues in the Region 6 office and across the Network I have done my best to compile resources to help individuals and communities… Read More »
Posted in: Resource Sharing
Mar
08
0 comments Tags: health resources, international women's day, women's health
“International Women’s Day (March 8) is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating women’s equality.” InternationalWomensDay.com Happy International Woman’s Day! We put together some resources to help improve health and wellness this International Woman’s Day. General Women’s Health MedlinePlus… Read More »
Posted in: NLM Resources, Resource Sharing