MedlinePlus and Affordable Care Act Resources for Public Libraries / October 12, 2015 Description: This presentation will provide an overview of the Affordable Care Act for public library staff. Resources presented will include an introduction to MedlinePlus, highlighting health topics pages relevant to health insurance and health outreach. This course qualifies for MLA Level 1 and Level 2 CHIS. This class is run via Moodle. Registration is required: http://nnlm.gov/ntcc/classes/class_details.html?class_id=781
Introduction to the National Sexual Violence Resource Center Library (Boost Box) This presentation will introduce librarians and others to the extensive, unique collections of the National Sexual Violence Resource Center Library. Providing resources to researchers, advocates, medical professionals, law enforcement, allied organizations, and the public since 2000, the NSVRC Library may be considered the largest collection of materials on sexual violence and prevention in the world, currently housing a collection of over 35,000 unique titles. Learn how PCAR and NSVRC can provide valuable resources and training materials for the medical profession, public health practitioners, and academic institutions nationwide. Oct. 13, 2015 noon-1pm ET / No registration required.https://webmeeting.nih.gov/boost2/
HIV/AIDS Resources (Focus on NLM Resources) AIDSinfo offers access to the latest, federally approved HIV/AIDS medical practice guidelines, HIV treatment and prevention clinical trials, and other research information for health care providers, researchers, people affected by HIV/AIDS, and the general public. AIDSource was developed by NLM to ensure that those seeking information about HIV/AIDS have a source of quality reviewed current content, and provides access to HIV/AIDS-related information both within and outside of the federal government. October 14, 2015 noon-1pm ET / No registration required.https://webmeeting.nih.gov/nlmfocus/
Public Health and Public Libraries: Librarians as Health Literacy First Responders (WebJunction) – NN/LM MAR Consumer Health Coordinator Lydia Collins and others will provide an overview of the field of public health, highlighting innovative health promotion initiatives at public libraries, and covering training and funding resources for health-related library outreach and programming. October 21, 2015 / 3-4 PM (ET) Register to attend:http://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/public-health-and-public-libraries.html
Wearable Technology: If the Tech Fits, Wear It (TechTime) / October 28, 2015 11am-noon (ET) – Description: “Wearable technology” and “wearable devices” are phrases that describe electronics and computers that are integrated into clothing and other accessories that can be worn comfortably on the body. Examples of wearable devices include glasses, watches, headbands, and jewelry. While these technologies show great influence in fashion and entertainment, they have the largest impact in the areas of health, medicine, and fitness. Librarians are also exploring wearable technology’s potential for enhancing services and expanding outreach to their organizations. Presenters: Robin Wright, Assistant Professor, Health and Human Services Librarian, Lehman College, City University of New York and Latrina Keith, Head of Resources Management, Albert Einstein College of Medicine No registration required. https://webmeeting.nih.gov/techtime2/
Will Duct Tape Cure My Warts? Examining Complementary and Alternative Medicine – Moodle (Offered by the Midcontinental Region) /October 26 – December 4, 2015 This course will introduce basic concepts in Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM), issues about research into CAM therapies, evaluating CAM information, recommended websites, and researching evidence about CAM therapies. This is a six week class, and there will be approximately 30 to 90 minutes of work per week. At the end, you will have earned eight hours of MLA and/or CHIS CE credit. Registration required:http://nnlm.gov/ntcc/classes/class_details.html?class_id=879
Building Collections and Connections for LGBT Health Awareness: improving the health, safety, and well-being of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender persons – November 10, 2015 3pm (ET) Registration required: http://nnlm.gov/ntcc/classes/class_details.html?class_id=943
On-demand access to the Affordable Care Act: Libraries Making a Difference Symposium – if you missed the symposium, MAR is offering on-demand viewing of the webcast.Registration is required to view. Those who watch the entire program may request 6 hours MLA CE.
Public Town Hall Meeting on the Federal Policy for the Protection of Human Subjects Notice of Proposed Rulemaking; Notice
Webinar to Explore Librarians’ Role in Disaster Preparedness –from the Special Libraries Association on October 22 2pm ET.
Ebola Preparedness in the U.S. – One Year Later – YouTube video
Walking in Another Caregiver’s Shoes – Blog posting from Voices for Safer Care