NN/LM SCR introduces our Consumer Health Outreach Coordinator: Myriam Martinez-Banuelos
Myriam Martinez-Banuelos, NN/LM SCR Consumer Health Outreach Coordinator, has been instrumental in helping establish the new office in Fort Worth. Prior to transferring to the RML, she served as the Outreach Librarian for the UNT Health Science Center and has been developing outreach programming and services within the designated Lewis Library 24 county outreach region.
In this role, Myriam coordinated Lewis Library’s NN/LM Resource Library Outreach subcontract award and was able to develop new partnerships that allowed Lewis Library to extend its programming to reach Hispanic communities. Some examples of successful...
Source: Network News - May 12, 2016 Category: Databases & Libraries Authors: Lisa Smith Tags: General (all entries) Outreach Source Type: news
Upcoming Disaster Information Specialist CE Course Announcement
Thursday May 12, 2016 at 1:30 pm ET.
CBRNE (Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Explosives) Response Efforts and Information Training
John Koerner, MPH, CIH, Chief of the CBRNE Branch at the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response (ASPR), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) will discuss how ASPR and other HHS agencies prepare for and respond to CBRNE incidents. The webinar will also include an introduction and demonstration of the new online CBRNE information training class developed by NLM Disaster Health.
Visit https://disaster.nlm.nih.gov/dimrc/dismeetings.html for upc...
Source: Network News - May 10, 2016 Category: Databases & Libraries Authors: Lisa Smith Tags: Classes Disaster Source Type: news
Funding opportunity: HIV/AIDS Community Information Outreach Project 2016
The National Library of Medicine (NLM) is pleased to announce the solicitation of quotations from organizations and libraries to design and conduct projects for improving HIV/AIDS information access for patients and the affected community as well as their caregivers and the general public. Patients and the affected community need access to the most up-to-date and accurate health information to effectively manage and make informed decisions about their health. Health care providers and health educators also need access to the most current information to provide the highest quality of care. NLM is committed to assisting orga...
Source: Network News - May 9, 2016 Category: Databases & Libraries Authors: Lisa Smith Tags: Grants and Funding Outreach Source Type: news
NIH News in Health
Check out the May issue of NIH News in Health, the monthly newsletter bringing you practical health news and tips based on the latest NIH research.
Sex and Gender
How Being Male or Female Can Affect Your Health
Men and women are similar in many ways, but sex and social factors can affect your risk for disease, your response to medications, and how often you seek medical care.
Read more about sex, gender, and health.
Going Gluten Free?
Necessary for Some, Optional for Others
A gluten-free diet can be a lifestyle choice for many. But for those with a condition known as celiac disease, it’s...
Source: Network News - May 5, 2016 Category: Databases & Libraries Authors: Lisa Smith Tags: NIH Source Type: news
Introducing the new NN/LM DOCLINE Coordination Office
Starting on May 1st, 2016, the National Network of Libraries of Medicine user support for DOCLINE will be managed by the NN/LM DOCLINE Coordination Office (NDCO). This office is hosted by the Southeastern/Atlantic Region at the Health Sciences and Human Services Library of the University of Maryland Baltimore Campus and will be coordinated by Ashley Cuffia.
This new national office will combine all customer service for DOCLINE into one office to streamline and centralize user support. In addition to handling the day-to-day customer support of DOCLINE, NDCO will also provide DOCLINE training and LinkOut assistance.
The NN/L...
Source: Network News - May 3, 2016 Category: Databases & Libraries Authors: Lisa Smith Tags: DOCLINE Source Type: news
Announcing a new chapter for the NN/LM South Central Region
The Gibson D. Lewis Health Science Library at the University of North Texas Health Science Center in Fort Worth, Texas is excited to begin serving as the Regional Medical Library (RML) for the NN/LM South Central Region! The University and the Library have a long standing history of community engagement that has created solutions for a healthier community throughout North Texas. The UNT Health Science Center (UNTHSC) is a leader in the provision of primary care and rural health. The University is also home to research institutes that coordinate research focusing upon cardiovascular and metabolic disease, mental sciences, e...
Source: Network News - May 2, 2016 Category: Databases & Libraries Authors: Lisa Smith Tags: General (all entries) Source Type: news
Job Ad: Nursing Librarian, San Antonio
The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio invites applications for the position of Nursing Librarian. The successful applicant will join a team of energetic, curious, knowledgeable and technologically agile librarians who promote awareness of library resources and services and build partnerships. The librarian in this position is critical for strengthening the library’s support of the faculty and students in the School of Nursing. This is a stimulating mid-level position with great potential for professional and personal growth.
SUMMARY: This person will serve as liaison to the School of Nursing, worki...
Source: Network News - April 14, 2016 Category: Databases & Libraries Authors: Melissa Salas Tags: Job Ad Texas Source Type: news
Job Ad: Community Outreach Librarian & Health Professionals Outreach Librarian NN/LM Greater Midwestern Region
THE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA LIBRARIES
IOWA CITY, IOWA
Position Vacancy Announcement
Two positions to fill
Requisition #68662
Community Outreach Librarian & Health Professionals Outreach Librarian
NN/LM Greater Midwestern Region
Specialist (PLB2-4A) or Expert Librarian (PLB3-5A)
The University of Iowa (UI) Libraries is seeking to fill two positions in the Regional Medical Library for the Greater Midwest Region of the National Network of Libraries of Medicine. Both positions report to the Regional Medical Library (RML) Associate Director.
The Community Outreach Librarian and Health Professionals Outreach Librarian will...
Source: Network News - April 11, 2016 Category: Databases & Libraries Authors: Melissa Salas Tags: Job Ad Source Type: news
Job Ad: Three Librarian Positions at UNTHSC Library in Fort Worth
The University of North Texas Health Science Center Library, Fort Worth, Texas
NN/LM South Central Region
Three (3) Position Announcements: Health Professions Coordinator, Emerging Technologies Coordinator, Research Administrator
The Gibson D. Lewis Health Science Library of the University of North Texas Health Science Center invites applications for a Health Professions Coordinator, an Emerging Technologies Coordinator and a Research Administrator for the National Network of Libraries of Medicine South Central Region (NN/LM SCR).
The Gibson D. Lewis Library at the University of North Texas Health Science Center will host ...
Source: Network News - April 7, 2016 Category: Databases & Libraries Authors: Jon Goodell Tags: Job Ad Outreach Texas Source Type: news
Job Ad: TMC Library Liaison Librarian Position
The Texas Medical Center (TMC) Library is a major research library serving Texas Medical Center researchers, clinicians and students, including two major medical schools, three nursing schools and over 20 member institutions.
SUMMARY: Liaison Librarians at the TMC Library cultivate productive relationships with the Library’s affiliated institutions in order to integrate library resources in the curricula, research, and clinical operations of the Texas Medical Center. This position will be the Library’s point of contact for faculty and students as liaison to one of the designated institutions served by the TMC Library. ...
Source: Network News - April 4, 2016 Category: Databases & Libraries Authors: Melissa Salas Tags: Job Ad Texas Source Type: news
Resource Library Spotlight: Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center Libraries – New Orleans
Last week, I attended the Louisiana Library Association Conference. Being a Baton Rouge native, I couldn’t resist the opportunity to come home, learn and fellowship with former colleagues. While I was there, I had a chance to speak with Director of Libraries, Debbie Sibley and Reference/Outreach Librarian, Carolyn Bridgewater of LSU Health Sciences Center Libraries – New Orleans. Both exhibited at the conference on behalf of the National Network of Libraries of Medicine/South Central Region. It was truly a pleasure speaking with them. Great job!! (Source: Network News)
Source: Network News - March 18, 2016 Category: Databases & Libraries Authors: Marcus Spann Tags: Louisiana Source Type: news
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Says Hospitals Making Progress Against Antibiotic-Resistant Superbugs But More Work Is Needed
Adapted from MedlinePlus (Health Day)
Health officials report that U.S. hospitals are making huge strides in the fight against antibiotic-resistance superbugs nevertheless, far too many people are becoming infected in health care facilities. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is advocating doctors, nurses and other health professionals to lead the fight against infections.
Study senior author Dr. Clifford McDonald states, “It is reported that more than 700,000 patients in the United States are infected by bacteria and 75, 000 die from acquired infections.”
He also adds, “In some hospitals, more than...
Source: Network News - March 18, 2016 Category: Databases & Libraries Authors: Marcus Spann Tags: Advocacy Public Health Source Type: news
From Problem to Prevention: Evidence-Based Public Health Course
The NN/LM SCR office will be teaching From Problem to Prevention: Evidence-Based Public Health later this month. The class will explain the basics of evidence-based public health (EBPH) and highlight essentials of the EBPH process. The purpose of the class is to provide an introduction to evidence-based public health and to give those who are familiar with the process useful and practical information. Marcus Spann will be the instructor.
Registration is currently open for in-person class at the TMC Library on Tuesday, March 29, 2016 from 8:30am to 12:30pm. (Central Time)
Participants will receive 4 hours of CE’s from MLA...
Source: Network News - March 18, 2016 Category: Databases & Libraries Authors: Marcus Spann Tags: Classes Source Type: news
Multistate Foodborne Illness Is a Serious Problem
Adapted from CDC (Vital Signs)
Foods that cause multistate outbreaks are often contaminated before they reach the public. The CDC reports that multistate outbreaks caused 56% of deaths in all foodborne outbreaks, although they accounted for 3% of all outbreaks from 2010 to 2014. This occurs when contaminated food is sent to several states and individuals become sick with the same germ. Officals investigating multistate outbreaks reveal that most problems occur on the farm, in processing or distributions centers. The federal government along with food industries must work collaboratively to save lives.
Food industries can:
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Source: Network News - March 4, 2016 Category: Databases & Libraries Authors: Marcus Spann Tags: Public Health Source Type: news
