Website Redesign for AIDSinfo
AIDSinfo has been redesigned! The website was recently updated to incorporate a new design and improved navigation. The major enhancements include the following:
Reorganized patient education materials: all of the patient education materials are now located in a new Understanding HIV/AIDS section of the website. Patient education materials include fact sheets, infographics, an HIV/AIDS glossary, and webpages highlighting the National HIV/AIDS Awareness Days.
Increased connections between AIDSinfo resources: relevant resources can now be easily accessed across different sections of the website. For example, fact sheets and...
Source: NN/LM Middle Atlantic Region Blog - May 8, 2017 Category: Databases & Libraries Authors: Hannah Sinemus Tags: Consumer Health News from NLM/NIH Source Type: news
Connect with MAR at an Upcoming Conference!
MAR coordinators would love the chance to speak with you in person about your projects, and opportunities for potential partnership! Below are details on conferences and workshops where you could have the chance to meet and greet with our staff. If you have additional questions or would like to know about other in-person events, please contact us.
MAR @ PaLA West Branch Chapter – MAR Academic Coordinator Elaina Vitale will be presenting at the West Branch Chapter spring workshop “Taking Care of Ourselves and Our Users.” Vitale will offer “Caring for the Mind” for 2 MLA CE, and additional programming will incl...
Source: NN/LM Middle Atlantic Region Blog - May 4, 2017 Category: Databases & Libraries Authors: Hannah Sinemus Tags: In the Region Source Type: news
Connect with MAR at an Upcoming Conference!
MAR coordinators would love the chance to speak with you in person about your projects, and opportunities for potential partnership! Below are details on conferences and workshops where you could have the chance to meet and greet with our staff. If you have additional questions or would like to know about other in-person events, please […] (Source: NN/LM Middle Atlantic Region Blog)
Source: NN/LM Middle Atlantic Region Blog - May 4, 2017 Category: Databases & Libraries Authors: Hannah Sinemus Tags: In the Region Source Type: news
Updated Information Guides for Hurricanes and Floods
From the Disaster Information Management Resource Center (DIMRC):
Hurricane Preparedness Week is approaching (May 7–13), and the stormy weather this week is getting a head start! To help you prepare and respond with authoritative health information resources, we recently updated our Information Guides for hurricanes and floods. You can embed the content from either of these pages on your own website by accessing the Health and Human Services (HHS) Content Syndication Storefront. When we update our pages, the syndicated content in your pages will be automatically updated as well.
Hurricanes – Information Guide
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Source: NN/LM Middle Atlantic Region Blog - May 3, 2017 Category: Databases & Libraries Authors: Hannah Sinemus Tags: Consumer Health Disaster / Emergency Preparedness Education Source Type: news
Updated Information Guides for Hurricanes and Floods
From the Disaster Information Management Resource Center (DIMRC): Hurricane Preparedness Week is approaching (May 7–13), and the stormy weather this week is getting a head start! To help you prepare and respond with authoritative health information resources, we recently updated our Information Guides for hurricanes and floods. You can embed the content from either of […] (Source: NN/LM Middle Atlantic Region Blog)
Source: NN/LM Middle Atlantic Region Blog - May 3, 2017 Category: Databases & Libraries Authors: Hannah Sinemus Tags: Consumer Health Disaster / Emergency Preparedness Education Source Type: news
NNLM Resource Picks: Community Health Maps
NNLM Resource Picks is a collaborative, bimonthly, webcast series featuring the National Library of Medicine resources to increase awareness of these resources as well as encourage their integration by libraries and other organizations to more fully serve their colleagues and communities. Join NNLM for the next session of Resource Picks on May 10! Participants are eligible for 1 MLA CE.
Mapping Tools for Outreach and Public Health
May 10, 3:00-4:00 PM ET
Details and Registration
The National Library of Medicine (NLM) Community Health Maps (CHM) blog seeks to improve access to accurate, high quality health information, espe...
Source: NN/LM Middle Atlantic Region Blog - April 27, 2017 Category: Databases & Libraries Authors: Hannah Sinemus Tags: Education Source Type: news
NNLM Resource Picks: Community Health Maps
NNLM Resource Picks is a collaborative, bimonthly, webcast series featuring the National Library of Medicine resources to increase awareness of these resources as well as encourage their integration by libraries and other organizations to more fully serve their colleagues and communities. Join NNLM for the next session of Resource Picks on May 10! Participants are […] (Source: NN/LM Middle Atlantic Region Blog)
Source: NN/LM Middle Atlantic Region Blog - April 27, 2017 Category: Databases & Libraries Authors: Hannah Sinemus Tags: Education Source Type: news
News from the HSLANJ Group Licensing Initiative: Deadline to Participate is May 5
From the Health Sciences Library Association of New Jersey (HSLANJ):
The HSLANJ Group Licensing Initiative (GLI) warmly invites medical librarians in the NNLM/MAR, SEA, and NER to participate in the Spring Offer!
We have negotiated with 14 academic publishers
Group pricing allows you to save 15-70% off regular pricing
Choose, a la carte style, from more than 700 quality, digital resources
The deadline to participate is about two weeks away—on Friday, May 5
Check the HSLANJ website, under “News” for articles that highlight new resources available via the Spring Offer
Click here to access the Spring 2017 Offer
Did yo...
Source: NN/LM Middle Atlantic Region Blog - April 20, 2017 Category: Databases & Libraries Authors: Hannah Sinemus Tags: In the Region Source Type: news
News from the HSLANJ Group Licensing Initiative: Deadline to Participate is May 5
From the Health Sciences Library Association of New Jersey (HSLANJ): The HSLANJ Group Licensing Initiative (GLI) warmly invites medical librarians in the NNLM/MAR, SEA, and NER to participate in the Spring Offer! We have negotiated with 14 academic publishers Group pricing allows you to save 15-70% off regular pricing Choose, a la carte style, from […] (Source: NN/LM Middle Atlantic Region Blog)
Source: NN/LM Middle Atlantic Region Blog - April 20, 2017 Category: Databases & Libraries Authors: Hannah Sinemus Tags: In the Region Source Type: news
Increasing Health Equity Webinar
From the Office of Minority Health:
Are you interested in learning more about addressing the social determinants of health? The Mid-Atlantic Regional Health Equity Council (RHEC) aims to inform and strengthen programs, practices, policies, and services that contribute to achieving better health for all within Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia, and the District of Columbia by eliminating health disparities, addressing the determinants of health, and stimulating communities to empower themselves. In 2017, the RHEC will host a webinar showcasing how three states in the Mid-Atlantic Region are addressin...
Source: NN/LM Middle Atlantic Region Blog - April 19, 2017 Category: Databases & Libraries Authors: Hannah Sinemus Tags: Education Health Professionals In the Region Source Type: news
Increasing Health Equity Webinar
From the Office of Minority Health: Are you interested in learning more about addressing the social determinants of health? The Mid-Atlantic Regional Health Equity Council (RHEC) aims to inform and strengthen programs, practices, policies, and services that contribute to achieving better health for all within Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia, and the District of […] (Source: NN/LM Middle Atlantic Region Blog)
Source: NN/LM Middle Atlantic Region Blog - April 19, 2017 Category: Databases & Libraries Authors: Hannah Sinemus Tags: Education Health Professionals In the Region Source Type: news
Resources for IBS Awareness Month
April is Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Awareness month. IBS is fairly common, though there are no specific tests for it, nor is there an exact cause. If you are looking to learn more about IBS, or promote information to help spread awareness, check out these resources from the National Library of Medicine (NLM), National Institutes of Health (NIH), and other reputable agencies to get started today!
MedlinePlus Health Topics – Irritable Bowel Syndrome – MedlinePlus is NLM’s premiere consumer health resource, with information in English and Spanish, as well as other select languages. MedlinePlus is a grea...
Source: NN/LM Middle Atlantic Region Blog - April 18, 2017 Category: Databases & Libraries Authors: Hannah Sinemus Tags: Consumer Health Education Public Health Source Type: news
Resources for IBS Awareness Month
April is Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Awareness month. IBS is fairly common, though there are no specific tests for it, nor is there an exact cause. If you are looking to learn more about IBS, or promote information to help spread awareness, check out these resources from the National Library of Medicine (NLM), National Institutes […] (Source: NN/LM Middle Atlantic Region Blog)
Source: NN/LM Middle Atlantic Region Blog - April 18, 2017 Category: Databases & Libraries Authors: Hannah Sinemus Tags: Consumer Health Education Public Health Source Type: news
Resources for Diverse Populations for Alcohol Awareness Month
From the Specialized Information Services (SIS) Outreach and Special Populations branch:
Many Americans drink occasionally, and moderate drinking is probably safe for many people. However, some people should not drink at all, including alcoholics, children, pregnant women, people taking certain medicines, and people with certain medical conditions. April is Alcohol Awareness Month, and health professionals can find a variety of free online resources from National Library of Medicine (NLM) to help diverse populations learn more about responsible alcohol consumption:
General Public – Find reliable resources about...
Source: NN/LM Middle Atlantic Region Blog - April 13, 2017 Category: Databases & Libraries Authors: Hannah Sinemus Tags: Consumer Health Health Professionals News from NLM/NIH Outreach Public Health Source Type: news
Resources for Diverse Populations for Alcohol Awareness Month
From the Specialized Information Services (SIS) Outreach and Special Populations branch: Many Americans drink occasionally, and moderate drinking is probably safe for many people. However, some people should not drink at all, including alcoholics, children, pregnant women, people taking certain medicines, and people with certain medical conditions. April is Alcohol Awareness Month, and health professionals can […] (Source: NN/LM Middle Atlantic Region Blog)
Source: NN/LM Middle Atlantic Region Blog - April 13, 2017 Category: Databases & Libraries Authors: Hannah Sinemus Tags: Consumer Health Health Professionals News from NLM/NIH Outreach Public Health Source Type: news
