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Jan
13
0 comments Tags: environmental health, resources
January is National Radon Action Month. As we got to know Nancy Holmquist from Cary (ME) Medical Center during Focused Outreach last year, we learned more about projects and programs Cary has implemented around radon education and mitigation. But what is radon? What are radon’s health effects? And what are the prevention and mitigation options?… Read More »
Posted in: Blog
Jan
06
0 comments Tags: business of healthcare, hospital librarians, hospital library advisory group
Here’s a reminder that the Medical Library Association (MLA) Hospital Library Caucus created an advocacy libguide to assist new and seasoned hospital librarians. Thanks to Brian Baker for letting Caucus members know in the latest issue of MLA’s Network News that the libguide subscription was renewed. Access to the advocacy libguide does not require MLA… Read More »
Posted in: Communities of Interest
Jan
03
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Glaucoma is a serious and potentially blinding eye condition that affects millions of people around the world. It is often called the “silent thief of sight” because there are often no early warning signs or symptoms, and vision loss can occur gradually over time. That’s why it’s so important to be aware of glaucoma, especially… Read More »
Posted in: Blog
Dec
26
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Need some inspiration for an appetizer or party recipe? Medline Plus Recipes has you covered. There are many groupings of recipes from soups, snacks, and desserts, to dairy and gluten free options. Enjoy looking at the options! I found a few recipes I am excited to try, like this fun recipe for Tropical Beets,… Read More »
Posted in: Blog
Dec
18
0 comments Tags: Focused Outreach, Member Spotlight
I met Nancy Holmquist, of Cary Medical Center’s Public Relations Department, last year as part of Focused Outreach to Aroostook County in the state of Maine. Nancy is a health educator in two community wellness programs. I caught up with Nancy to hear about her work since their Focused Outreach year. What’s the most valuable… Read More »
Posted in: Funded Project