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Jan

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Developing Long-term Partnerships: NNLM funded projects with the Connecticut Chapter of the National Association of Hispanic Nurses

Posted by on January 23rd, 2026 0 comments Tags: , , , ,

In November 2025, NNLM R7 hosted Dr. Maria Krol and Dr. Maryann Perez-Brescia to discuss three NNLM funded projects. Dr. Maria Krol is a professor in the School of Nursing at Southern Connecticut State University (SCSU) and Dr. Maryann Perez-Brescia is a professor at the University of Connecticut School of Nursing. Both are also members… Read More »

Posted in: Blog, Funded Project, Instructional Design

May

05

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Discovering Library Science & Health Literacy: A High School Push-in Program

Posted by on May 5th, 2025 0 comments Tags: , , ,

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

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December : HIV/AIDS Awareness Month

Posted by on December 2nd, 2024 0 comments Tags: , , , , , , ,

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

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Watch “How to Apply for NNLM Funding”

Posted by on October 11th, 2024 0 comments Tags: , ,

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

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Resources You Can Use: Be Healthy Outside

Posted by on May 20th, 2024 0 comments Tags: , ,

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

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