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May
05
0 comments Tags: Health Literacy, professional development, Training, youth
Today’s blog is a guest spot by partners at Weill Cornell’s Samuel J. Wood Library. On June 18, our partners will be presenting on a curriculum designed to introduce high school students to the field of library science while equipping them with essential health literacy skills. Why Attend? Raising awareness among young people about the… Read More »
Posted in: Blog
Dec
02
0 comments Tags: Addiction, health disparities, Health Literacy, MedlinePlus, mental health, National Library of Medicine, Public Health, resources
In addition to heralding many major holidays, December also serves as HIV/AIDS Awareness Month. This month highlights the ongoing need to combat stigma, raise awareness about available resources, and support those living with HIV. For those seeking further information Medline Plus is an excellent resource. MedlinePlus, is a service of the National Library of Medicine… Read More »
Posted in: Blog, NLM Resources, Public Health
Oct
11
0 comments Tags: community engagement, funding, Health Literacy
Are you looking for tips on applying for NNLM funding? Last week, we announced a funding opportunity for Health Information Outreach. Your organization could be reimbursed up to $20,000 for projects relating to rural health, substance use disorder, graphic medicine, or health outreach to speakers of other languages/English as a second language. Designed for beginners,… Read More »
Posted in: Funded Project
May
20
0 comments Tags: Health Literacy, MedlinePlus, resources
It’s that time of year again where people are getting outside and enjoying the weather. Whether it’s gardening at home, taking a hike in the woods, or spending time on the water, here are resources that can help you stay healthy and safe throughout the summer. Fun in the Sun Remember: Shade Clothing Hat Sunglasses… Read More »
Posted in: NLM Resources
Apr
22
0 comments Tags: Black Maternal Health, health disparities, Health Literacy, Healthcare workforce
Dr. Tanika Eaves and Dr. Jennifer Dealy have combined their passions around Maternal Health and Mental Health, Respectful Maternity Care, and Attachment in some of their recent research interviewing perinatal care providers about their work with families. The researchers noted disparities in maternal health outcomes and that these are experienced at a much higher rate… Read More »
Posted in: Blog, Member Spotlight, NLM Resources, Weekly Newsletter