MedWorm.com provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest items from the 'Network News' source. Wed, 08 Feb 2012 11:10:03 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5667112&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2012%2F02%2F02%2Fnlm-webpage-disaster-apps%2F The Disaster Information Management Research Center (DIMRC) recently launched a new web page titled “Disaster Apps and Mobile Optimized Web Page”: http://disasterinfo.nlm.nih.gov/dimrc/disasterapps.html . This page includes links to various mobile tools and apps that have been selected based upon utility in a disaster or emergency context and which adhere to the National Library of Medicine’s (NLM) Selection Guidelines for non-NLM resources. The page is organized into three sections based on the type of information provided by the app or web site:  Disaster Medicine Tools – tools which provide medical or health information that might be useful in preparing for, responding to, or recovering from a disaster or emergency. Disaster Resources: tools that provide informatio... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5667112 Thu, 02 Feb 2012 21:18:34 +0100 5667112 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5659667&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2012%2F02%2F02%2Fnlm-webpage-disaster-apps%2F The Disaster Information Management Research Center (DIMRC) recently launched a new web page titled “Disaster Apps and Mobile Optimized Web Page”: http://disasterinfo.nlm.nih.gov/dimrc/disasterapps.html . This page includes links to various mobile tools and apps that have been selected based upon utility in a disaster or emergency context and which adhere to NLM’s Selection Guidelines for non-NLM resources. The page is organized into three sections based on the type of information provided by the app or web site:  Disaster Medicine Tools – tools which provide medical or health information that might be useful in preparing for, responding to, or recovering from a disaster or emergency. Disaster Resources: tools that provide information on resources that may be needed in a ... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5659667 Thu, 02 Feb 2012 21:18:34 +0100 5659667 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5647793&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2012%2F02%2F01%2Fcdc-ipad-app%2F Get fast and easy access to health information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) using your iPad. The CDC iPad application has been designed as a way for users to access health information at their fingertips. The application features access to important health news, popular journal information, timely updates, and access to social media outlets. Updates coinciding with important health concerns and events throughout the year provide increased awareness and information about these health topics. The iPad application gives an increasingly mobile public 24/7 access to important health information that people can use to protect their lives and loved ones. The CDC mobile iPad Application is available for free download in the App Store:http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/cdc/... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5647793 Wed, 01 Feb 2012 21:36:57 +0100 5647793 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5628565&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2012%2F01%2F25%2Fces-2012-top-picks-from-pc-world%2F The annual International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) took place earlier this month in Las Vegas. The annual technology trade show allows electronics vendors to demonstrate their latest products. CES has been an annual event with a history going back to the late 1960s. Some of the biggest names in technology showcase new and innovative products at the event. Smaller companies are also on hand and provide demonstrations other new products that will be on the market soon. (Source: Network News) Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5628565 Wed, 25 Jan 2012 21:43:59 +0100 5628565 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5628566&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2012%2F01%2F24%2Fecho2012%2F The National Network of Libraries of Medicine, South Central Region (NN/LM SCR) is pleased to announce the following funding opportunity: Electronic Consumer Health Outreach Award http://nnlm.gov/scr/funding/echo.html This award will fund one (1) project of $25,000 for the purpose of ensuring that health professionals, their patients and the general public are connected to the health information resources they need to make informed health care decisions. Examples of some possible elements of proposed projects are: Training groups of consumers to locate good sources of health information on the Internet; training health professionals to refer consumers to MedlinePlus and other good sources of consumer health information on the Internet; Enhancing access to MedlinePlus, ClinicalTrials.gov, ... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5628566 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 22:42:46 +0100 5628566 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5628567&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2012%2F01%2F24%2Fdipa-2012-rf%2F The NN/LM SCR is pleased to announce the following funding opportunity: Digital Preservation and Access Award The purpose of the Digital Preservation and Access (DiPA) Award is to increase accessibility to historically significant and unique items in the South Central Region by providing funding for Network members to digitize portions of their collections. Collections considered for digital preservation under this award should increase accessibility of health/medical collections. These digital collections must be made freely available online and also accessible via the National Library of Medicine Directory of the History of Medical Collections. One project up to $25,000 will be awarded. Applications due March 9, 2012. Proposal instructions (and the complete RFP) are available at: http... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5628567 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 21:55:31 +0100 5628567 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5628568&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2012%2F01%2F23%2Fnew-look-home-page%2F A new year and a new look! The NN/LM SCR has implemented a slideshow on its home page: http://nnlm.gov/scr/. Current news items, with text and images, are highlighted as the slideshow progresses. With this new addition in the center of the page, we will include more than one website or database as well as funding announcements, updates from the National Library of Medicine, and medical news. We also tweaked the colors – made them more vibrant. We hope you find our revised home page more informative and appealing.       (Source: Network News) Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5628568 Mon, 23 Jan 2012 18:52:00 +0100 5628568 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5608769&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2012%2F01%2F18%2Fask-your-audience%2F Looking for a good way to engage with a presentation audience? Want to find out if your library instruction class was really paying attention? Why not poll them to find out? There are several proprietary software options that allow built in polling for PowerPoint but a free option to consider for polling 40 people or less is Poll Everywhere. Poll Everywhere provides users with an easy online interface for creating polling questions. Polls can be multiple choice or open ended questions. Poll creators can decide how many times a user can submit a response and how users can participate in the poll. With Poll Everywhere a poll creator can open the poll up to response via text message, Twitter, personalized online URL or even through a private URL. With Poll Everywhere the multiple choice resp... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5608769 Wed, 18 Jan 2012 22:19:19 +0100 5608769 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5608770&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2012%2F01%2F18%2Fscr_connections_january_2012%2F The recording of today’s SCR CONNECTions webinar, PubMed News and Updates, is now available in the SCR CONNECTions archives http://nnlm.gov/scr/training/webmeeting.html#Archives. Join us February 15, 2012 at 10:30 CT to for our next SCR CONNECTions covering MedlinePlus Connect with NLM’s Loren Frant. Don’t forget you have two weeks to apply for CE using the URL found at the end of the recording. (Source: Network News) Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5608770 Wed, 18 Jan 2012 21:20:54 +0100 5608770 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5608771&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2012%2F01%2F17%2Foah-website%2F The Office of Adolescent Health (OAH) was established in 2010 to coordinate adolescent health promotion and disease prevention programs and initiatives across the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).  The OAH website http://www.hhs.gov/ash/oah/ includes information on adolescent health from organizations like the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), and the Office on Women’s Health. The website provides statistics and evidence-based information and resources about adolescent health for the public and for health professionals.  Five health topics are highlighted on this website: Reproductive Health Mental Health Physical Health & Nutrition Substance Abuse Healthy Relationships &n... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5608771 Tue, 17 Jan 2012 21:52:21 +0100 5608771 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5581654&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2012%2F01%2F12%2Flas-cruces-nm%2F The National Network of Libraries of Medicine, South Central Region will present two free sessions of the workshop Healthy Aging at Your Library: Connecting Older Adults to Health Information on February 22, 2012 at Thomas Branigan Memorial Library in Las Cruces, NM. Session 1 February 22, 2012 9am – 12pm To register: http://nnlm.gov/scr/training/register.html?schedule_id=1553 Session 2 February 22, 2012 1pm – 4pm To register: http://nnlm.gov/scr/training/register.html?schedule_id=1555 This workshop is designed to help librarians assist their older adult patrons find health information. Discover techniques for teaching older adults to use computers to find health information on the Internet, learn what makes a website senior-friendly; plan library programs on senior health topics; and ... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5581654 Thu, 12 Jan 2012 15:31:19 +0100 5581654 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5581655&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2012%2F01%2F11%2Fin-the-cloud%2F Throughout 2011 the rise of cloud computing uses and options continued to grow. This trend shows no real sign of slowing as we enter 2012. From using the cloud for storage, to accessing and using applications in the cloud on the go, cloud technology has changed user expectations for accessing materials. Being able to access information, complete tasks or store materials from any location with access to the cloud leads to many possibilities. New innovations such as the Apple’s iCloud storing and sharing photos and other materials between Apple devices can happen seamlessly. Cloud computing also provides useful advantages for libraries. In her list 21 Useful Cloud Computing Resources for Librarians, iLibrarian author Ellyssa Krosk provides a detailed list of resources and ideas for us... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5581655 Wed, 11 Jan 2012 22:18:52 +0100 5581655 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5581656&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2012%2F01%2F09%2F0112-scrconnections%2F Join us Wednesday, January 18, 2012 from 10:30 – 11:30 am (CT) for the NN/LM SCR’s monthly webinar, SCR CONNECTions. The topic for Wednesday’s webinar will be PubMed News and Updates.  Health Professions Coordinator, Re Mishra will present on changes to PubMed, MEDLINE and MeSH. Webinars are conducted via the Adobe Connect web meeting system. Join the webinar using the following URL: https://webmeeting.nih.gov/scr/.  Once you enter the online meeting room, follow the instructions on the screen to have the system call you on your telephone. Test your connection before joining with Adobe using the following URL: https://admin.acrobat.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm. This webinar is available for 1 hour of Medical Library Association Continuing Education credit. If you can... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5581656 Mon, 09 Jan 2012 16:18:29 +0100 5581656 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5572155&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2012%2F01%2F06%2Fscrconnections-dec2011-record%2F The recording of the December 14, 2011 SCR CONNECTions webinar, Unwrapping Mobile Technology Trends for the New Year, is now available in the SCR CONNECTions archives http://nnlm.gov/scr/training/webmeeting.html#Archives. A link to the PowerPoint presentation can also be found there. This SCR CONNECTions webinar generated a lot of questions. Please contact me if you have any questions about the material covered in today’s presentation. The time for earning CE for this webinar has passed. Join us January 18, 2012 at 10:30 CT to for our next SCR CONNECTions covering PubMed News and Updates. (Source: Network News) Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5572155 Fri, 06 Jan 2012 21:05:39 +0100 5572155 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5524589&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F12%2F20%2Fresources-tropical-storm-washi%2F The Government of the Philippines is leading a major emergency rescue, evacuation and response operation in southern Philippines following the devastation caused by Tropical Storm Washi, known locally as Sendong. Read the initial Report from the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (covering the period of December 16 – 18, 2011): http://reliefweb.int/sites/reliefweb.int/files/resources/fullreport_171.pdf Several resources are available from the National Library of Medicine Disaster Information Management Resource Center about the health impacts of flooding, including disease risks and worker and responder safety information: http://sis.nlm.nih.gov/dimrc/floods.html . The National Library of Medicine has also activated a People Locator: https://pl.nlm.ni... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5524589 Tue, 20 Dec 2011 21:19:31 +0100 5524589 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5524590&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F12%2F20%2Fdipa-recipient-201%2F The NN/LM SCR is pleased to announce the recipient of the Year 1 Digital Preservation and Access (DiPA) Award. The purpose of the Digital Preservation and Access (DiPA) Award is to increase accessibility to historically significant and unique items in the South Central Region by providing funding for Network members to digitize portions of their collections. These digital collections will be made freely available online. University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Library, Little Rock, AR Project: Preserving the History of Medicine In Arkansas Description: Medical Society readily available in a searchable digital format in order to facilitate historic preservation and research related to the history of the health sciences in Arkansas. Objectives include the following: Purchase quality d... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5524590 Tue, 20 Dec 2011 18:12:23 +0100 5524590 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5524591&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F12%2F15%2Fncbi-discovery-workshop%2F The NN/LM SCR is pleased to announce that we will be sponsoring  the NCBI Discovery Workshop in Houston, March 13 & 14, 2012.  The workshop consists of four 2.5-hour hands-on sessions emphasizing a different set of NCBI resources. Each session uses specific examples to highlight important features of the resources and tools under study and to demonstrate how to accomplish common tasks.  Detailed handouts for each session will provide step-by-step instructions and additional information about each example. Each session will also provide opportunities for participants to provide comments and suggestions on NCBI services and also to attend individual consultations with NCBI staff. Participants may attend all or any combination of these sessions: Sequences, Genomes, and Maps Proteins, ... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5524591 Thu, 15 Dec 2011 17:48:17 +0100 5524591 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5504823&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F12%2F15%2Fncbi-discovery-workshop%2F The NN/LM SCR is pleased to announce that we will be sponsoring  the NCBI Discovery Workshop in Houston, March 13 & 14, 2012.  The workshop consists of four 2.5-hour hands-on sessions emphasizing a different set of NCBI resources. Each session uses specific examples to highlight important features of the resources and tools under study and to demonstrate how to accomplish common tasks.  Detailed handouts for each session will provide step-by-step instructions and additional information about each example. Each session will also provide opportunities for participants to provide comments and suggestions on NCBI services and also to attend individual consultations with NCBI staff. Participants may attend all or any combination of these sessions: Sequences, Genomes, and Maps Proteins, ... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5504823 Thu, 15 Dec 2011 17:48:17 +0100 5504823 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5581657&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F12%2F14%2Fohpa-recepients%2F The NN/LM SCR is pleased to announce the recipients of the Year 1 Outreach to Healthcare Providers Award: Santa Fe Indian Hospital, Santa Fe, NM Principal Investigator: Lou Lafrado The Santa Fe Indian Hospital and L&D Associates Consulting Group will develop a culturally-relevant curriculum for presenting suicide prevention and awareness training using National Library of Medicine products. Cherokee Nation Health Services Group Principal Investigator: Sohail Khan The Cherokee Nation Health Service group plans to develop a series of culturally appropriate multimedia tools for their patients in the Cherokee language. Additionally, iPad2s will be purchased for the medical and nursing staff so they can access databases, such as Medline/MedlinePlus, Familydoctor.org. etc. at the point of ca... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5581657 Wed, 14 Dec 2011 21:54:12 +0100 5581657 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5504824&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F12%2F14%2Fohpa-recepients%2F The NN/LM SCR is pleased to announce the recipients of the Year 1 Outreach to Healthcare Providers Award: Santa Fe Indian Hospital, Santa Fe, NM Principal Investigator: Lou Lafrado The Santa Fe Indian Hospital and L&D Associates Consulting Group will develop a culturally-relevant curriculum for presenting suicide prevention and awareness training using NLM products. Cherokee Nation Health Services Group Principal Investigator: Sohail Khan The Cherokee Nation Health Service group plans to develop a series of culturally appropriate multimedia tools for their patients in the Cherokee language. And they plan to purchase iPad2s for the medical and nursing staff so they can access databases, such as Medline/ MedlinePlus, Familydoctor.org. etc. at the point of care. (Source: Network News) Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5504824 Wed, 14 Dec 2011 21:54:12 +0100 5504824 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5504825&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F12%2F13%2Fpubmed-health-2%2F The National Library of Medicine (NLM) announces the expansion of the information available from PubMed Health (http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/), which provides integrated access to clinical effectiveness reviews. NLM’s National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI), in partnership with England’s national Centre for Reviews and Dissemination, the Cochrane Collaboration, the US Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, and other agencies in the US and abroad, now makes available more than 18,000 clinical effectiveness reviews via PubMed Health. PubMed Health organizes these clinical effectiveness research results, including full texts as well as summary information, for consumers and clinicians. Effectiveness studies are essential for informed clinical and cons... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5504825 Tue, 13 Dec 2011 16:20:36 +0100 5504825 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5486758&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F12%2F07%2Fdec-2011-scr-connection%2F Join us Wednesday, December 14, 2011 from 10:30 – 11:30 am (CT) for the NN/LM SCR’s monthly webinar, SCR CONNECTions. Please note this presentation will take place one week earlier than our regularly scheduled SCR CONNECTions. The topic for Wednesday’s webinar will be Unwrapping Mobile Technology Trends for the New Year. Technology Coordinator, Emily Hurst will present on a how mobile technology is enhancing education and outreach. Webinars are conducted via the Adobe Connect web meeting system. Join the webinar using the following URL: https://webmeeting.nih.gov/scr/. Once you enter the online meeting room, follow the instructions on the screen to have the system call you on your telephone. Test your connection before joining with Adobe using the following URL: https://admin.acro... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5486758 Wed, 07 Dec 2011 20:53:12 +0100 5486758 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5476542&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F12%2F06%2Fnlm-youtub%2F The National Library of Medicine (NLM), the world’s largest medical library and a component of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), is pleased to announce the launch of its new YouTube channel, at http://www.youtube.com/nlmnih. YouTube is a free video-sharing Web site, created in February 2005, on which users can upload, view and share videos. Unregistered users may watch videos, and registered users may upload an unlimited number of videos. The NLM YouTube channel will post videos of database training, NLM exhibitions (such as an overview of the new Native Voices: Native Peoples’ Concepts of Health and Illness), public service announcements, lectures and more. Interested parties can subscribe to be notified whenever new content is posted on the NLM channel. The NLM site al... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5476542 Tue, 06 Dec 2011 21:47:52 +0100 5476542 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5476543&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F12%2F06%2Fdecember-nih-news-in-health%2F The December issue http://newsinhealth.nih.gov/ of NIH News in Health, the monthly newsletter bringing you practical health news and tips based on the latest NIH research, is now available. In this edition: Features Weighing in on Dietary Fats: Some Fats Are Healthier Than Others http://newsinhealth.nih.gov/issue/Dec2011/Feature1 You’re Never Too Old: Keep Active as You Age http://newsinhealth.nih.gov/issue/Dec2011/Feature2   Health Capsules Yoga or Stretching Eases Low Back Pain http://newsinhealth.nih.gov/issue/Dec2011/Capsule1 Stroke Risk Linked to Thinking Problems http://newsinhealth.nih.gov/issue/Dec2011/Capsule2 Featured Website: Smokefree E-cards http://newsinhealth.nih.gov/issue/Dec2011/Capsule3   Click here http://newsinhealth.nih.gov/files/Dec2011/NIHNiHDec2011.p... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5476543 Tue, 06 Dec 2011 17:30:43 +0100 5476543 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5476544&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F12%2F05%2Fmap-2011%2F The NN/LM SCR is pleased to announce the recipient of the Year 1 Mobile Applications Project (MAP) Award. The purpose of the MAP award is to provide an opportunity for Network members to provide access to health information utilizing mobile technologies. Yan Hong, Ph.D. School of Rural Public Health, Texas A & M Health Science Center, College Station, TX Project: Disseminate ICANFIT A mobile application to promote physical activity and access to health Description: This project will be built upon an ongoing effort to develop ICANFIT, a web and mobile application designed specifically for seniors with the following features: 1) the ability to search local physical activity resources with preset personal preferences, 2) individual goal-setting and physical activity progress tracking, ... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5476544 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 22:41:24 +0100 5476544 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5476545&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F12%2F05%2Ftip-2011%2F The NN/LM SCR is pleased to announce the recipients of the Year 1 Technology Improvement Project (TIP) Awards. The TIP award is intended to implement and increase access to high quality health information. Funded projects are designed to meet the health information needs of “under connected” communities and increase access to health information services within the community. Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center New Orleans, New Orleans, LA Project: Partnering with Ville Ste. Marie Linking Seniors to NLM Consumer Health Information Description: This project will provide technology improvement at Ville Ste. Marie, an assisted living community located in Jefferson Parish, Ville Ste. Marie offers both independent and assisted living arrangements for seniors. LSUHSC &#... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5476545 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 22:37:15 +0100 5476545 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5476546&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F12%2F05%2Fecho_award%2F The NN/LM SCR is pleased to announce the recipient of the Year 1 Electronic Consumer Health Outreach Award. University of Texas Medical Branch, Moody Medical Library, Galveston, TX Principal Investigator: Anne Howard Project Title: Shriners Hospitals for Children – Galveston Consumer Health Outreach Project The Moody Medical Library at the University of Texas Medical Branch and the Shriners Hospitals for Children – Galveston (Shriners) will provide Internet access to Shriners’ pediatric burn patients, their caregivers and family members through a dedicated server, secure wireless system and multiple workstations. This will  increase knowledge and use of currently available electronic health information and science education from NLM and NIH. In a “train the trainer” approach, pr... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5476546 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 21:15:44 +0100 5476546 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5476547&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F12%2F05%2Fneeds-assessment%2F The NN/LM SCR is pleased to announce the recipients of the Year 1 Needs Assessment Award: Greater Houston Area Health Education Center (AHEC), Inc. Principal Investigator: Karen Curry Project Title: Sunnyside Update Greater Houston AHEC, Inc. will assess the health information needs of the predominately African American Sunnyside community in Houston, Texas to increase awareness of needs and provide the information to health and wellness stakeholders. The Sunnyside Update project will examine past and existing health information trends and conduct surveys to find out the best way to address health information disparities for this community. University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Library Principal Investigator: John Fullinwider Project Title: Dallas Community Partners Survey Projec... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5476547 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 21:11:28 +0100 5476547 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5457612&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F11%2F30%2Fworld-aids-day-2011%2F World AIDS Day on December 1 brings together people from around the world to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS and demonstrate international solidarity in the face of the pandemic. The day is an opportunity for public and private partners to spread awareness about the status of the pandemic and encourage progress in HIV/AIDS prevention, treatment and care in high prevalence countries and around the world. In advance of World AIDS Day 2011, Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton spoke about her goal for an “AIDS Free Generation” – a goal which aligns with the National HIV/AIDS Strategy. Visit PEPFAR [http://www.pepfar.gov ] to view the November 8 speech. AIDSinfo joins people and organizations worldwide in observing World AIDS Day. In keeping with this year’s theme—Leading with Sc... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5457612 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 22:02:09 +0100 5457612 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5457613&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F11%2F30%2Fhlp-award-recipients%2F The NN/LM SCR is pleased to announce the recipients of the Year 1 Hospital Library Promotion Award: Deaconess Hospital, Oklahoma City, OK Librarian: Emily McEwen JPS Health Network, Fort Worth, TX Librarian: Leslie Herman Congratulations to both recipients. (Source: Network News) Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5457613 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 20:19:42 +0100 5457613 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5422066&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F11%2F17%2Fnewrl-mda%2F The NN/LM SCR is pleased to announce that the Research Medical Library at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is now a Resource Library in the South Central Region.  Resource Libraries play a crucial role in the provision of health information to health care providers and consumers.  Resource Libraries have significant collections and current acquisitions and provide document delivery service, including referrals. They contribute to and maintain serial holdings data participate in DOCLINE and in other regional programs. Each Resource Library has a designated subregion in which it concentrates its services. Congratulations to MD Anderson! (Source: Network News) Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5422066 Thu, 17 Nov 2011 20:10:23 +0100 5422066 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5457614&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F11%2F14%2Fntc%2F The objectives of the class are for current and future PubMed trainers to discover and develop: functional knowledge of the MEDLINE® database, understanding of the structure and use of the Medical Subject Heading (MeSH®) vocabulary in MEDLINE/PubMed, expertise in the use of features and functions of the PubMed system, and techniques and best practices in MEDLINE/PubMed instruction with fellow trainers. The class is intended specifically for those who train, or will train, others to use PubMed. This class could be for you if you teach PubMed to large groups, small groups, or one-on-one training. We look forward to lively discussions on PubMed instruction and adult education best practices. The first NTC PubMed for Trainers class was held in October 2011 in Bethesda, MD.   Registration... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5457614 Mon, 14 Nov 2011 17:11:22 +0100 5457614 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5422067&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F11%2F14%2Fntc%2F The objectives of the class are for current and future PubMed trainers to discover and develop: functional knowledge of the MEDLINE® database, understanding of the structure and use of the Medical Subject Heading (MeSH®) vocabulary in MEDLINE/PubMed, expertise in the use of features and functions of the PubMed system, and techniques and best practices in MEDLINE/PubMed instruction with fellow trainers. The class is intended specifically for those who train, or will train, others to use PubMed. This class could be for you if you teach PubMed to large groups, small groups, or one-on-one training. We look forward to lively discussions on PubMed instruction and adult education best practices. The first NTC PubMed for Trainers class was held in October 2011 in Bethesda, MD.   Registration... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5422067 Mon, 14 Nov 2011 17:11:22 +0100 5422067 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5407975&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F11%2F14%2Fntc%2F The objectives of the class are for current and future PubMed trainers to discover and develop: functional knowledge of the MEDLINE® database, understanding of the structure and use of the Medical Subject Heading (MeSH®) vocabulary in MEDLINE/PubMed, expertise in the use of features and functions of the PubMed system, and techniques and best practices in MEDLINE/PubMed instruction with fellow trainers. The class is intended specifically for those who train, or will train, others to use PubMed. This class could be for you if you teach PubMed to large groups, small groups, or one-on-one training. We look forward to lively discussions on PubMed instruction and adult education best practices. The first NTC PubMed for Trainers class was held in October 2011 in Bethesda, MD.   Registration... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5407975 Mon, 14 Nov 2011 17:11:22 +0100 5407975 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5386495&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F11%2F09%2Fupcoming-scr-connections-webinar-refugee-health-information%2F Join us Wednesday, November 16, 2011, from 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.(CT), for NN/LM SCR’s monthly web conference, SCR CONNECTions. This month’s webinar is: Health Information Resources for Refugee Populations. The presentation will provide an introduction to health information resources uniquely suited for refugee populations. Background information on refugees in the U.S. and their unique health issues will also be presented. Webinars are conducted via the Adobe Connect web meeting system. Join the webinar using the following URL: https://webmeeting.nih.gov/scr/. Once you enter the online meeting room, follow the instructions on the screen to have the system call you on your telephone. Test your connection before joining with Adobe using the following URL: https://admin.acrobat.com/c... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5386495 Wed, 09 Nov 2011 17:00:20 +0100 5386495 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5386496&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F10%2F31%2Fnmlm-team%2F Share Your Story: The Importance of  Being a Team Player At a previous job, I was not funded to go to MLA for many years until one year when my boss administrative assistant left. In the VA it often takes a while for positions to be filled and this was one of those times. My boss was the Associate Chief of Staff for Education and as such had responsibility for paying residents, determining who was going to be paid for travel, etc. He asked me if I would consider doing the most important things that needed to be done. Because I had a technician who could handle the day to day work of the library I agreed. I still did the searches, and all the administrative things but I spent several hours a day in my boss’ office. I learned a lot about what he did and even learned how to use Excel – m... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5386496 Mon, 31 Oct 2011 18:08:55 +0100 5386496 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5386497&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F10%2F31%2Fnmlm-lsuhsc%2F Share Your Story: LSU Shreveport Health Sciences Library What’s the value of the LSU Health Shreveport (LSUHS) Health Sciences Library? It’s priceless! Our librarians always find new ways to serve the institution and the community.  Through a NNLM funded award, our librarians designed a program to educate children about the importance of a healthy lifestyle, reaching about 1,500 children so far. The program consisted of: A website with health information, games, and activities for children selected by LSUHS librarians. Story hours at local libraries and an area science museum that have so far focused on nutrition, exercise, germ prevention, heart health, and sun safety. Librarians select and read the stories, and develop companion activities and support materials. Regular promotiona... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5386497 Mon, 31 Oct 2011 17:57:29 +0100 5386497 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5360363&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F10%2F30%2Funthsc-share%2F (Source: Network News) Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5360363 Sun, 30 Oct 2011 21:51:32 +0100 5360363 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5360364&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F10%2F28%2Fnlm-awardees-disaster-health-information-outreach-and-collaboration-project-2011%2F The National Library of Medicine (NLM) is funding seven Disaster Health Information Outreach and Collaboration Projects in a new program which began September 2011. The program supports efforts of libraries and other organizations to work together to improve use of disaster medicine and public health information by agencies working in any phase of all-hazards management. Congratulations to the University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center in Albuquerque, NM! The University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center will partner with the University of New Mexico Health Sciences Library and  Informatics Center and University of New Mexico Center for Disaster Medicine. The project will develop a framework for extending the role of librarians and informationists in providing access to the resou... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5360364 Fri, 28 Oct 2011 13:56:47 +0100 5360364 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5347480&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F10%2F25%2F2012_nlm_fellow_recruit%2F The National Library of Medicine (NLM) is accepting applications for its Associate Fellowship program, a one-year training program for recent MLS graduates and librarians early in their career.  The program is designed to provide a broad foundation in health sciences information services, and to prepare librarians for future leadership roles in health sciences libraries and in health services research. The Associate Fellows are introduced to a wide range of technologies and skills used in managing information at a national library. In the first half of the year, a formal curriculum offers exposure to library operations, research and development, intramural and extramural research, development and lifecycle of NLM’s web-based products and services and the extensive outreach and education... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5347480 Tue, 25 Oct 2011 22:26:21 +0100 5347480 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5347481&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F10%2F24%2Fnew-clinical-alert%2F Commonly used three-drug regimen for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis found harmful NIH stops one treatment arm of trial; other two treatments to continue http://www.nlm.nih.gov/databases/alerts/2011_nhlbi_ifp.html (Source: Network News) Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5347481 Mon, 24 Oct 2011 14:43:34 +0100 5347481 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5335708&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F10%2F21%2Fhenkel%2F A new NLM Traveling Exhibition, The Henkel Physicians: A Family’s Life in Letters, is now available for institutions to borrow.  The exhibit features a collection of correspondence from a family of physicians in 19th Century Virginia.  The letters document the working lives of the Henkel physicians as they share medical cases, professional rivalries and the experience of the Civil War. Information on all of the traveling exhibitions can be found on the NLM Exhibition Program website. (Source: Network News) Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5335708 Fri, 21 Oct 2011 19:56:06 +0100 5335708 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5335709&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F10%2F20%2Fregional-symposium%2F The NN/LM SCR is pleased to announce that the Year 1 Regional Symposium Award is awarded to: The School of Information, The University of Texas at Austin Principal Investigator: Dr. Loriene Roy Symposium Title: Workplace Wellness @ Your Library This symposium will share the background and strategies for promoting healthy workplaces and lifestyles among library workers. The symposium will present tailored resources (a Workplace Wellness Inventory, a Wellness Passport, and a document, Know Before You Go: Tips For Healthy Conference Travel); customized training on using MedlinePlus and other NLM products/services; practice with seated exercise routines; and an opportunity to share news about grassroots efforts in libraries. Congratulations to Dr. Roy and the UT School of Information! (Source:... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5335709 Thu, 20 Oct 2011 20:07:18 +0100 5335709 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5314460&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F10%2F13%2Fscc-student-present-201%2F Interested in learning about the Topic Specific Queries in PubMed?  Do you want to support future librarians? If so, while you’re wandering around the exhibit hall at SCC, take a few minutes and stop by the NN/LM SCR’s exhibit booth to learn more.  Every year, the ten recipients of the NN/LM SCR’s Library Student Outreach Award conduct presentations in the SCR’s exhibit booth.  While they have the knowledge, they need audience members to attend the presentations. A fabulous prize will be raffled off after every presentation! Schedule of presentations: 9:00 am – Electronic Health Records Query 9:15 am – Healthy People 2020 Query 9:30 am – Complementary Medicine Query 10:00 am – Health Disparities Query 10:15 am – Health Literacy Query 2:30 pm –... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5314460 Thu, 13 Oct 2011 17:53:21 +0100 5314460 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5314461&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F10%2F13%2Fpda-recipients-4%2F The NN/LM SCR is pleased to announce the recipients of the Year 1 Professional Development Award: Cindy Caton, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Library, Little Rock, AR Activity: ILLiad International Conference, Virginia Beach, VA Kathy Kerdolff, Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center Library-New Orleans, New Orleans, LA Activity: Southern Group on Educational Affairs, Lexington, KY Jennifer Lloyd, Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center Library-New Orleans, New Orleans, LA Activity: Innovative Users Group, Chicago, IL Elizabeth Strother, Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center Library-New Orleans, New Orleans, LA Activity: National Museum of Dentistry, Baltimore, MD Luke Rosenberger, University of Texas Health Science Center Library-San Antonio, S... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5314461 Thu, 13 Oct 2011 14:42:37 +0100 5314461 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5304379&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F10%2F11%2Ftox-funeral-home%2F In Tox Town’s City Scene http://toxtown.nlm.nih.gov/flash/city/flash.php you can now find a Funeral Home among the businesses. Funeral home employees are exposed to a number of health and safety concerns. Go directly to the new location page to learn about possible employee exposure to various chemicals, including formaldehye, solvents and bloodborne pathogens:  http://www.toxtown.nlm.nih.gov/text_version/locations.php?id=145 En español: Funeraria http://www.toxtown.nlm.nih.gov/espanol/locations.php?id=146 (Source: Network News) Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5304379 Tue, 11 Oct 2011 15:27:30 +0100 5304379 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5296975&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F10%2F08%2Fyr1-exp-outrch-recipients%2F The NN/LM SCR is happy to announce the recipients of the Year 1 Express Outreach Award: Institution: Face to Face Enrichment Center, Gonzales LA Project Title: Project Connections: Your Link to Health Resource Information Project Manager: Gabrielle Johnson Institution: Greater Houston Area Health Education Center, Houston TX Project Title: Double CLICKS Project Manager: Alexander Reyna Jr Institution: Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center – Shreveport Project Title: Connecting Patients with MedlinePlus through Their Personal Health Records Project Managers: Marianne Comegys and Dixie Jones Institution: Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center – Shreveport Project Title: Promoting Reliable Online Health Information Through School Librarians Project Managers:... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5296975 Sat, 08 Oct 2011 23:45:43 +0100 5296975 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5285605&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F10%2F04%2Fmedprint%2F The National Library of Medicine (NLM) and the National Network of Libraries of Medicine (NN/LM) are pleased to announce the launch of MedPrint, a national cooperative medical serials print retention program, which will ensure the preservation of and continued access to selected biomedical journals in print. The MedPrint program is open to all U.S. libraries in DOCLINE. Approximately 250 journals selected from Abridged Index Medicus® (AIM) and scanned PubMed Central® (PMC) titles will serve as the first set of materials to preserve in print. MedPrint participants will volunteer to retain one or more titles included on the list for up to 25 years, ending in 2036. The goal of the program is to get commitments for 12 copies of each title with widespread geographic distribution. NLM’s ... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5285605 Tue, 04 Oct 2011 21:55:14 +0100 5285605 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5285606&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F10%2F04%2F2011_nmlm_scr_project%2F The Medical Library Association (MLA) has declared October as National Medical Librarians Month. As part of this celebration, the NN/LM SCR is proud to highlight the following four SCR funded projects and the librarians whose hard work made these programs successful. Senior CHAT (Consumer Health Awareness Training) Institutions: Southeastern Louisiana University and Sims Memorial Library/Baton Rouge Nursing Library; Project Staff: Mary Lou Strong, Jean Caswell and Ladonna Guillot Digitization of the Aristides Agramonte Collection on Yellow Fever Institution: Louisiana State University Health Science Center – New Orleans; Project Staff: Debbie Sibley and Molly Knapp Early Medical Journalism of Louisiana: A pilot project for the preservation and sharing of nineteenth-century medical publi... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5285606 Tue, 04 Oct 2011 21:38:51 +0100 5285606 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5285607&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F10%2F04%2Fhealth-literacy-month-2011%2F Health Literacy has been defined as “the degree to which individuals have the capacity to obtain, process, and understand basic health information and services needed to make appropriate health decisions” (Healthy People 2010). Yet, millions of Americans have difficulty with reading and understanding basic health information, such as interpreting over-the-counter drug labels and reading a chart to determine a child’s immunization schedule. Founded as a grassroots initiative in 1999 by Helen Osborne, Health Literacy Month is a time for organizations and individuals worldwide to promote the importance of understandable health information. Since its beginning, there have been hundreds of awareness-raising events held across the U.S. and around the world. To spotlight this observance... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5285607 Tue, 04 Oct 2011 15:19:45 +0100 5285607 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5260646&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F09%2F27%2Fpubmed-health%2F is a resource for clinical effectiveness research.  With over 5,000 systematic reviews, PubMed Health goals are to help users find evidence that could answer their questions about the effects of health care and help them understand what they find. Systematic reviews have been scattered widely on content providers’ websites without being centrally collected.  The PubMed Health initiative is gathering them together within a single searchable resource.  The review and review summaries now in PubMed Health account for perhaps one-third of the good quality systematic reviews published by public agencies and journals worldwide. For more details, read Bastian H. PubMed Health — A Growing Resource for Clinical Effectiveness Information. NLM Tech Bull. 2011 Sep-Oct;(382):e9.   &nbs... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5260646 Tue, 27 Sep 2011 21:39:00 +0100 5260646 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5260647&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F09%2F27%2Fdisaster_recovery_framework%2F The Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), along with many other federal partners, has officially released the National Disaster Recovery Framework (NDRF). The National Disaster Recovery Framework outlines how community recovery is supported and organized on a national level. It builds on scalable, flexible, and adaptable coordinating structures to align key roles and responsibilities, linking local, State, Tribal and Federal governments, the private sector, voluntary, faith-based and community organizations that all play vital roles in recovery. The National Disaster Recovery Framework identifies recovery support functions that have a designated federal coordinating agency to provide leadership, coordination and oversight to support state... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5260647 Tue, 27 Sep 2011 15:19:06 +0100 5260647 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5237336&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F09%2F19%2Fclinical-advisory%2F The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) issued a new Clinical Advisory on September 19, 2011: Secondary Prevention of Small Subcortical Strokes Trial: NINDS Stops Treatment with Combination Antiplatelet Therapy (Clopidogrel plus Aspirin) Due to Higher Risk of Major Hemorrhage and Death  NINDS has stopped the combination antiplatelet intervention in the Secondary Prevention of Small Subcortical Strokes (SPS3) trial. This was a randomized, multicenter clinical trial conducted throughout North America, Latin America and Spain, to learn about preventing a second stroke in patients who had a subcortical stroke and to learn how to prevent cognitive problems after a stroke. New Clinical Advisory Issued by National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5237336 Mon, 19 Sep 2011 22:18:08 +0100 5237336 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5237337&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F09%2F18%2F2011-library-student-awardee%2F   The NN/LM SCR is pleased to announce the ten recipients of the 2011 Library Student Outreach Award. The award provides funding for students to attend and participate in NN/LM SCR outreach activities at the upcoming SCC/MLA Annual Meeting in Baton Rouge. Misou T. DeWeese (Library School: University of North Texas) Antonia Dixon Frydman (Library School:  University of Texas at Austin) Jennifer Donner (Library School: University of Oklahoma) Donna Elich (Library School: University of North Texas) Claire Gonzales (Library School:  University of North Texas) Caroline Griffin (Library School: University of North Texas) Stephen Kuperman (Library School: University of Texas at Austin) Bette McDowell (Library School:  University of North Texas) Maryam Salehezadeh (Library School:  Unive... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5237337 Sun, 18 Sep 2011 21:48:38 +0100 5237337 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5225508&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F09%2F16%2Fposter_design%2F Earlier this year, Tracy Volz, Ph.D., Senior Lecturer, Professional Communications, Rice University, did a presentation on Poster Design and Presentation Skills.  While not targeted to librarians, this presentation had many helpful suggestions for people designing an academic poster. The program was webcast and archived on the Rice University Educational Technologies website and can be viewed here: http://edtech.rice.edu/www/?option=com_iwebcast&action=details&event=2513 Photo: Capstone Poster 084 by wcn247 on Flickr (Source: Network News) Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5225508 Fri, 16 Sep 2011 21:21:59 +0100 5225508 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5225509&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F09%2F16%2Fsenior-moments-2%2F Join us Wednesday, September 21, 2011, from 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.(CT), for NN/LM SCR’s monthly web conference, SCR CONNECTions. This month’s webinar is: Senior Moments: Health Information for Older Adults The presentation will review high quality resources that specifically focus on the health information needs of older adults. These will include websites on: special health issues that affect older adults, mental health information, managing medications, and communicating with doctors. Webinars are conducted via the Adobe Connect web meeting system. Join the webinar using the following URL: https://webmeeting.nih.gov/scr/. Once you enter the online meeting room, follow the instructions on the screen to have the system call you on your telephone. Test your connection before joining ... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5225509 Fri, 16 Sep 2011 20:11:58 +0100 5225509 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5225510&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F09%2F16%2Fconsumer-health-workshops%2F On October 5, 2011, the NN/LM SCR will be offering two free consumer health workshops back to back. Both workshops are approved for MLA’s Consumer Health Information Specialization (CHIS).     8:30 am to 11:30 am From Snake Oil to Penicillin: Evaluating Consumer Health Information on the Internet This workshop presents criteria for evaluating health information on the Internet. It includes fun, hands-on exercises evaluating the quality of a variety of health websites. Approved for MLA CHIS, Levels I and II 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm Prescription for Success: Consumer Health on the Web This introduction to consumer health information will cover a variety of reliable webpages from government and professional associations, including MedlinePlus, ClinicalTrials.gov and LabTests Online.... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5225510 Fri, 16 Sep 2011 19:15:25 +0100 5225510 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5225511&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F09%2F16%2Fscr_share_your_story%2F October is National Medical Librarians Month (NMLM), highlighting the fact that medical librarians are the best resource when searching for health information.  In honor of NMLM, the NN/LM SCR wants to showcase the work of our Network members. What type of activities has your library conducted in your institution, community or organization that demonstrated the value of medical librarians?   Have you provided information that changed a patient’s course of treatment?  Have you conducted a fair that reached people throughout your community?  Have you created a report on the cost savings of having a library?  Have you told people how important libraries are and changed someone’s behavior?  If so, share your story with us and the entire Region! Please submit an article of 300 words ... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5225511 Fri, 16 Sep 2011 12:48:18 +0100 5225511 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5225512&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F09%2F14%2Ffundingrecroding%2F Did you miss the recent webinar Show Me the Money: NN/LM SCR Funding?   The recording of the webinar is now available at: https://webmeeting.nih.gov/p57727021/. This webinar provided an overview of current funding opportunities as well as some general tips on submitting a strong proposal.   Anyone interested in applying for one of the NN/LM SCR’s awards is encouraged to listen to recording.   The PowerPoint is also available for download.   (Source: Network News) Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5225512 Thu, 15 Sep 2011 00:32:39 +0100 5225512 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5225513&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F09%2F14%2Fproject-spotlight-charity-hospital-reports%2F (Source: Network News) Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5225513 Wed, 14 Sep 2011 20:52:23 +0100 5225513 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5208693&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F09%2F09%2Fseptember_2011_%2F Several government agencies (FEMA, Citizen Corps, and others) as well as the American Public Health Association (APHA) have joined to promote the month of September 2011 as a time to remember the events of September 11, 2001 and also to encourage all Americans to prepare themselves, their families and their communities for all disasters and hazards, including infectious disease, natural disasters and other emergencies. Each of the resources below has additional information on various aspects of the promotion. For more information on becoming a National Preparedness Month Coalition member or information on planning an event, see: http://community.fema.gov/connect.ti/READYNPM . Information on the Ready campaign is available in several languages. The APHA designates September 21, 2011 as Get... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5208693 Fri, 09 Sep 2011 16:08:37 +0100 5208693 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5183990&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F09%2F01%2Fstructured_evidence_queries%2F If you have ever wished that you could locate the perfect journal article to support one of the Healthy People 2020 objectives, there may be a solution! The SEQs (Structured Evidence Queries) on the PHPartners website were created with this in mind. The purpose of these SEQs is to make information and evidence-based strategies related to the Healthy People 2020 objectives easier to find. The National Library of Medicine has worked with subject experts to develop pre-formulated search strategies for selected Healthy People 2020 subject areas. These one-click strategies search PubMed, a database of the National Library of Medicine that provides access to over 21 million citations from MEDLINE and additional life science journals. PubMed includes links to many sites providing full text art... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5183990 Thu, 01 Sep 2011 20:58:46 +0100 5183990 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5175806&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F08%2F29%2Freferencepoint%2F NLM has a new blog, ReferencePoint, targeting health sciences library staff in the U.S. and abroad.  The blog will be used to increase the awareness of NLM products and services, inform about health sciences resources outside of NLM, and promote dialogue and learning exchanges between NLM staff and staff at other libraries. Burke C. NLM Launches ReferencePoint Blog. NLM Tech Bull. 2011 Jul-Aug;(381):e14. (Source: Network News) Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5175806 Mon, 29 Aug 2011 20:51:38 +0100 5175806 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5161720&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F08%2F26%2Fproject-spotlight-lsu-hsc-s-lta%2F The most recent digitization project undertaken at the LSU Health Sciences Center Medical Library was funded through a Technology Award from the National Network of Libraries of Medicine, South Central Region. This digital initiative focused on the founding, development and progress of the LSU School of Medicine in Shreveport. The idea of a medical school located in north Louisiana was first discussed at a Shreveport Medical Society meeting on April 4, 1950, but politics, funding, and other obstacles delayed the establishment of this facility until June 7, 1965. The first class of 32 medical students began their studies in September 1969 in temporary classrooms at the Veterans Administration Hospital. This first class graduated in May 1973, two years before the medical school building was ... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5161720 Fri, 26 Aug 2011 15:06:31 +0100 5161720 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5161721&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F08%2F25%2Fspecial-funding-webinar%2F Are you interested in applying for NN/LM SCR funding?  Would you like to know more about the awards and application process?  If so, join us on September 7 at 2:00 pm CT (1:00 pm MT) for the upcoming special NN/LM SCR webinar: Show Me the Money: NN/LM SCR Funding   This free webinar is designed for anyone interested in applying for funding from the NN/LM SCR now or in the future.  The webinar will include: Overview of current funding opportunities Overview of the proposal/application process Common mistakes of applicants General tips The webinar will be held via Adobe Connect.  Go to https://webmeeting.nih.gov/scr/, on the log in screen, choose “Enter as a Guest” and type in your name.  Once you enter the online meeting room, follow the instructions on the screen to hav... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5161721 Thu, 25 Aug 2011 20:56:11 +0100 5161721 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5143746&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F08%2F17%2Faugust-scr-connections%2F The recording for the August 17, 2011 SCR CONNECTions webinar, Increasing Response Rate with guest speaker Cindy Olney, Evaluation Specialist with the Outreach Evaluation Resource Center, is now available at http://nnlm.gov/scr/training/webmeeting.html#Archives. You can also find links to the presentation materials here. The next SCR CONNECTions will be held on Wednesday, September 21, 2011 at 10:30 am CT (9:30 am MT). The topic will be Senior Moments: Health Information for Older Adults. Join us! (Source: Network News) Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5143746 Wed, 17 Aug 2011 21:46:56 +0100 5143746 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5109427&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F08%2F10%2Fspotlight-project-lsuhscno-yellowfever%2F Last year the Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center Library – New Orleans received one of three Historical Preservation and Digitization Awards from the National Network of Libraries of Medicine, South Central Region. Their project was entitled: The Digitization of the Aristides Agramonte Collection on Yellow Fever. The story of the Aristides Agramonte yellow fever collection at LSU Health Sciences Center – New Orleans is a sad one. Dr. Aristides Agramonte was a member of the US Army Yellow Fever expedition to Cuba, which gave the final proofs of the relation of the mosquito to the transmission of yellow fever. He had just accepted a professorship at the fledgling LSU School of Medicine when he died suddenly of a ‘heart affectation’ in August of 1931. His extensive pe... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5109427 Wed, 10 Aug 2011 14:53:43 +0100 5109427 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5143747&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F08%2F09%2Fclasses-in-san-antonio%2F The NN/LM SCR will be offering the following classes at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, Briscoe Library. Wednesday, Sept 28, 2011 1pm – 5pm Keeping Up with NLM’s PubMed With a hands-on approach, this class will show attendees how to use the features of PubMed effectively. Attendees will be able to describe the contents of PubMed; formulate basic search strategies; display, print, and save results in various formats; revise and refine searches; and use special features such as Limits and Advanced Search. Thursday, Sept 29, 2011 9am – 12pm TOXNET Toxicology & Environmental Information This is a 3-hour hands-on class intended for inexperienced users. It is designed to introduce participants to the different databases available on TOXNET. A... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5143747 Tue, 09 Aug 2011 20:34:07 +0100 5143747 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5109428&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F08%2F09%2Fclasses-in-san-antonio%2F The NN/LM SCR will be offering the following classes at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, Briscoe Library. Wednesday, Sept 28, 2011 1pm – 5pm Keeping Up with NLM’s PubMed With a hands-on approach, this class will show attendees how to use the features of PubMed effectively. Attendees will be able to describe the contents of PubMed; formulate basic search strategies; display, print, and save results in various formats; revise and refine searches; and use special features such as Limits and Advanced Search. Thursday, Sept 29, 2011 9am – 12pm TOXNET Toxicology & Environmental Information This is a 3-hour hands-on class intended for inexperienced users. It is designed to introduce participants to the different databases available on TOXNET. Attendees wil... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5109428 Tue, 09 Aug 2011 20:34:07 +0100 5109428 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5109429&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F08%2F08%2Fpublic-health-newswire%2F The American Public Health Association (APHA) has launched Public Health Newswire, APHA’s newest resource that provides the latest news of public health events, trends and advocacy. The site features timely, relevant information from across the public health community through news roundups and commentary from APHA members, Affiliates and partners as well as original reporting of public health events and advocacy efforts around the country. The site also features the latest research from the scientific community. Public Health Newswire is freely accessible at www.publichealthnewswire.org . Email subscription and RSS feed are also available. (Source: Network News) Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5109429 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 20:40:45 +0100 5109429 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5088425&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F08%2F02%2Ffundingrevisions%2F Due to year 1 funding restrictions, the NN/LM SCR has made some changes to its recently promoted funding opportunities.  The number of awards has not been affected, however, the application deadlines and period of performance have changed on many of the awards. The following Request for Proposals/Call for Applications have been modified: Disaster Preparedness Award Express Outreach Award Hospital Library Promotion Award Mobile Applications Project Award Needs Assessment Award Professional Development Award Regional Symposium Award Technology Improvement Project If your award is not listed, there are no changes to the originally posted information. We apologize for any inconvenience these changes may have caused.  Please contact the NN/LM SCR if you have any questions (Source: Network ... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5088425 Tue, 02 Aug 2011 20:54:18 +0100 5088425 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5088426&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F08%2F02%2Fproject-spotlight-utsouthwestern%2F On March 30th, 2011 The Library of the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center debuted an online collection of more than 500 historic photos documenting the development of medical care and medical education in Dallas. This online repository, titled Dallas Medical History, 1890-1975: A Digital Collection, is viewable on the web at http://www.utsouthwestern.edu/dallasmedicalhistory. This project, made possible through a Historic Preservation and Digitization Award from the NN/LM SCR, consists of two complementary parts: Dallas Medical Images, 1890-1975 http://utswlibrary.contentdm.oclc.org/: A repository of more than 500 images from the Library’s collection which portray institutions, people, and events that have played a role in Dallas medicine. Each photo is dated and accompani... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5088426 Tue, 02 Aug 2011 20:17:06 +0100 5088426 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5088427&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F08%2F01%2Fmedlineplus-connect-webcast%2F Last week MedlinePlus® Connect Project Manager Stephanie Dennis provided an overview of MedlinePlus® Connect in a 30 minute webcast. The webcast was hosted by the Unified Medical Language System (UMLS) division of the National Library of Medicine (NLM). A recording of the webcast, MedlinePlus® Connect: Linking Patient Portals and EHRs to Consumer Health Information, is now available at https://webmeeting.nih.gov/p92647717/. MedlinePlus® Connect is a free service of the NLM, National Institutes of Health (NIH), and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). This service allows health organizations and health IT providers to link patient portals and electronic health record (EHR) systems to MedlinePlus, an authoritative up-to-date health information resource for patients, famili... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5088427 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 16:43:47 +0100 5088427 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5063767&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F07%2F25%2Fhealth-information-on-internet%2F A new U.S. survey finds that women are more likely than men to use the Internet for medical information, and whites are more likely to do so than minorities. According to the findings released Thursday by the U.S. National Center for Health Statistics, whites aged 18 to 64 were almost twice as likely as Hispanics to search for health information online. Other key findings from the 2009 National Health Interview Survey (NHIS)  include: •Fifty-seven percent of whites surveyed had looked up medical information on the Internet in the previous 12 months, compared to 38 percent of blacks, 29 percent of Hispanics and 48 percent of Asians. •Among those aged 18 to 64, employed people (53 percent) were more likely than the unemployed (41 percent) to look for health information online, and peop... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5063767 Mon, 25 Jul 2011 15:39:30 +0100 5063767 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5052737&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F07%2F21%2Fproject-spotlight-lta-ouhsc%2F The University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center (OUHSC) Bird Library has digitized some of its collections through funds from a Library Technology Award from the National Network of Libraries of Medicine South Central Region (NN/LM SCR). These include items from the University’s College of Nursing, one of its earliest Deans (Dr. Long) from the College of Medicine, and several medical instrument collections.  Working with these materials certainly provided a new perspective and value to being a medical librarian! With this award we were able to train staff, experiment with new scanning methods such as stereoscopic and rotational views, and provide publicity to highlight our collections in unique ways. The experience of starting a digitization project from the ground up was challenging... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5052737 Thu, 21 Jul 2011 21:01:37 +0100 5052737 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5052738&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F07%2F20%2Fjuly2011-scr-connections%2F The recording for the July 20, 2011 SCR CONNECTions webinar, Questionnaire Design with guest speaker Susan Barnes, Assistant Director of the Outreach Evaluation Resource Center, is now available at  http://nnlm.gov/scr/training/webmeeting.html#Archives. You can also find links to the presentation materials here. The next SCR CONNECTions will be held on Wednesday, August 17, 2011 at 10:30 am CT (9:30 am MT). The topic will be Increasing Response Rate and Susan Barnes, Assistant Director of the Outreach Evaluation Resource Center will be the guest speaker again. (Source: Network News) Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5052738 Wed, 20 Jul 2011 21:29:37 +0100 5052738 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5039562&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F07%2F18%2Fnew-look-for-pubmed-central%2F PubMed Central (PMC) is the latest database from the National Library of Medicine (NLM) to receive a facelift. The PMC interface update is similar to recent updates done to PubMed and Bookshelf  and provides for a more consistent design of the resource and navigation features. Specific improvements include: A revamped homepage, which offers better navigation through the site as well as direct access to resources such as the Users’ Guide and NIH Public Access information Redesigned Advanced Search and Limits pages An updated search results format Direct access to images in PMC articles A new organization and updated appearance for PMC’s informational pages, including drop-down menus for navigation links For more information about the redesign, including screenshots of t... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5039562 Mon, 18 Jul 2011 22:07:39 +0100 5039562 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5020696&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F07%2F13%2Fpaper-to-pixels-project%2F Library Technology Award Spotlight, Mario E. Ramirez, M.D. Library Bringing a South Texas Story from Paper to Pixel: Digital Documentation of the Hurricane Beulah Crisis in the Rio Grande Valley. This project highlights the effect of hurricane Beulah on healthcare in South Texas. This project was funded in year four of the previous contract. Hurricane Beulah is still recognized as one of the most significant storms to make landfall in Texas. On September 21, 1967 the storm moved into the mouth of the Rio Grande, and inundated South Texas with heavy rainfall. The memories of the hurricane and its aftermath were still fresh in the minds of many who attended the May 6th opening of a photography exhibit which chronicles the response of health professionals and local volunteers to refugees dis... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5020696 Wed, 13 Jul 2011 15:10:00 +0100 5020696 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5020697&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F07%2F13%2Fnew-resource-chemm%2F Chemical emergencies are high risk events that require first responders to quickly make a series of complex decisions in order to minimize the risk of injury to their patients and themselves. The tools in Chemical Hazards Emergency Medical Management (CHEMM) provide a comprehensive resource to help responders make safer decisions and provide them with the right information when it is needed most. CHEMM enables first responders & other healthcare providers and planners to plan for, respond to, recover from, and mitigate the effects of mass-casualty incidents involving accidental or terrorist chemical releases. CHEMM is available online at http://chemm.nlm.nih.gov/. As a web-based resource, CHEMM can be downloaded in advance, so that it would be available during an event if the Internet ... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5020697 Wed, 13 Jul 2011 13:30:51 +0100 5020697 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5020698&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F07%2F12%2F2011_2012scrfundingopps%2F The NN/LM SCR is happy to announce nine additional funding opportunities, including five new awards, for 2011-2012: Disaster Preparedness Award – New Award! The purpose of the Disaster Preparedness Award is to assist public libraries in preparing for disasters so that they can assist their communities with health information and other recovery needs after an emergency. Funding available: One project up to $10,000 EFTS Assistance Award The purpose of this award is to promote participation in the Electronic Funds Transfer System (EFTS) among libraries that are not currently EFTS members due to institutional barriers. Funding available: Three projects of $200 each Express Outreach Award The purpose of the Express Outreach Award is to support a wide range of outreach projects aimed at improv... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5020698 Wed, 13 Jul 2011 00:33:31 +0100 5020698 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5020699&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F07%2F12%2Flibraries-in-disasters-webinar%2F EMForum.org will host a one hour presentation and interactive discussion Wednesday, July 13, 2011, beginning at 11:00 CT. The topic will focus on libraries as community resources in the context of disasters and emergencies. The American Library Association, the National Library of Medicine, and other organizations within the library community are supporting efforts to tap the potential of libraries, librarians, and information services to aid in the nation’s disaster management efforts. Guest presenter will be John C. Scott, founder of the Center for Public Service Communications and Senior Consultant to the National Library of Medicine on its development of a Disaster Management Research Center as recommended by its Long Range Plan (2006-2016). Mr. Scott has provided consulting ser... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5020699 Tue, 12 Jul 2011 14:41:19 +0100 5020699 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5020700&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F07%2F11%2F2011_2012aahslfellowship%2F The Association of Academic Health Sciences Libraries (AAHSL) is pleased to announce the 2011-2012 year of the leadership program jointly sponsored by the National Library of Medicine (NLM) and AAHSL. The NLM/AAHSL Leadership Fellows Program is focused on preparing emerging leaders for the position of library director in academic health sciences libraries. Fellows will have the opportunity to develop their knowledge and skills in a variety of learning settings, including exposure to leadership in another environment. They will be paired with mentors who are academic health sciences library directors. In addition to the individual relationship with their mentors, fellows benefit from working collaboratively with other fellows and mentors. Experienced program faculty and mentors will provide... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5020700 Mon, 11 Jul 2011 21:14:22 +0100 5020700 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5020701&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F07%2F11%2Fnih-funded-research-oil-spill%2F An NIH-funded network of researchers will evaluate potential harmful effects of the Deepwater Horizon disaster on reproduction and birth outcomes, the cardiorespiratory system, and behavior and mental health. The network of community and university partnerships, under the leadership of NIH’s National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS), will conduct research to evaluate the level of potentially harmful contaminants in air, water, and seafood, and assess their relationship to health outcomes. The five-year, $25.2 million program will support population-based and laboratory research at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center New Orleans; Tulane University, New Orleans; the University of Florida, Gainesville; and The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. ... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5020701 Mon, 11 Jul 2011 18:57:40 +0100 5020701 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5009926&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F07%2F07%2Fhealthlinepanel%2F On July 21, 2011, the Dallas-Fort Worth Health Libraries Information Network (HealthLINE) will sponsor a panel discussion on opportunities and challenges in medical librarianship and the cooperation between medical libraries and library schools. This event will begin at 10 a.m. at the Blagg-Huey Library, Texas Woman’s University, in Denton, Texas. HealthLINE is proud to have Gerald “Jerry” Perry, 2011-2012 President of the Medical Library Association, as a member of our distinguished panel. The Chairs of the University of North Texas and Texas Woman’s University graduate library schools along with their faculty in medical librarianship will also participate, as well as an experienced medical librarian and a recent graduate of the TWU library school who is now employed as a medical ... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5009926 Thu, 07 Jul 2011 20:11:37 +0100 5009926 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5009927&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F07%2F06%2F20112012fellows%2F The National Library of Medicine (NLM) is pleased to announce the selection of its 2011-2012 associate fellows class. Four associate fellows will join NLM in the fall 2011 to begin the year-long training program. NLM’s Associate Fellowship Program is a one-year postgraduate training fellowship at the NLM in Bethesda, Maryland, with an optional second year program component. The program is designed to provide a broad foundation in health sciences information services, and to prepare librarians for future leadership roles in health sciences libraries and in health services research. The Associate Fellows are introduced to a wide range of technologies and skills used in managing information at a national library. The 2011-2012 Fellows: Bethany Harris (MSI with a specialization in Libra... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5009927 Wed, 06 Jul 2011 20:17:27 +0100 5009927 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4986158&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F06%2F30%2Fnew-mobile-apps-lactmed-turningpage%2F The National Library of Medicine (NLM) has recently announced the creation of two new apps available for free download. For researchers and history enthusiasts the NLM has released the Turning the Pages App for the iPad: http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/turning-the-pages-ttp/id423830194?mt=8. The application is free and features selections from three rare books from the Library’s collection. All three books first appeared on NLM’s Turning the pages kiosks and website over the past three years: http://archive.nlm.nih.gov/proj/ttp/books.htm. The new app allows iPad users to have an up-close virtual experience with these rare treasures; the animated books scanned at high resolution are accompanied by curatorial text written by experts in their fields which put the books and images into co... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4986158 Thu, 30 Jun 2011 20:27:54 +0100 4986158 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4986159&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F06%2F30%2Fsewell-stipend-apha-2011%2F Are you a librarian? Do you work in public health? If so, you should consider attending the American Public Health Association (APHA) Annual Meeting this year in Washington, DC from October 29 – November 2, 2011. This year’s theme is Healthy Communities Promote Healthy Minds & Bodies. This should be a particularly great year to attend as a librarian, since librarians do a lot of important community work. Our public health impact can be seen both directly through health literacy projects and outreach as well as indirectly through education of future nurses, doctors, and public health workers. And, there is funding available through the Sewell Fund to help subsidize costs of attendance at the meeting! What can you expect from attending APHA? Librarian attendees from the past 10 years... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4986159 Thu, 30 Jun 2011 19:40:36 +0100 4986159 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4986160&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F06%2F29%2Fscr-website-focus-groups%2F The SCR needs your help. We are looking for Network members who are willing to participate in an online focus group to help us assess the usefulness of our website. The focus groups will help to determine which web pages are most useful to members and which are not. Participants will also have the opportunity to recommend new content for the SCR website. Focus group sessions will take no more than one hour and there are three different focus group sessions from which to select. If you are interested in being a participant, visit http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/9NCZSKM to sign up and select the date and time that works best for you. Please respond by July 11th. We want to include at least one Network member from each state in each focus group. Contact Emily Hurst at emily.hurst@exch.library.t... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4986160 Wed, 29 Jun 2011 21:38:06 +0100 4986160 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4986161&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F06%2F29%2Fnnlm-scr-funding-2%2F The NN/LM SCR is happy to announce the following four funding opportunities: Digital Preservation and Access Award The purpose of the Digital Preservation and Access (DiPA) Award is to increase accessibility to historically significant and unique items in the South Central Region by providing funding for Network members to digitize portions of their collections. These digital collections will be made freely available online. In additional to digitization of materials, projects may include such activities as cataloging, indexing, archival use of rich text media and the creation of metadata. Amount of funding: $25,000 Electronic Consumer Health Outreach Award The goal of this award is to ensure that health professionals, their patients and the general public are connected to the health infor... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4986161 Wed, 29 Jun 2011 20:36:56 +0100 4986161 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4960888&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F06%2F22%2Fjune-scr-connections-recording-available%2F The recording for the June 22, 2011 SCR CONNECTions webinar, Drug Information Portal, is now available at http://nnlm.gov/scr/training/webmeeting.html#Archives. The next SCR CONNECTions will be held on Wednesday, July 20, 2011 at 10:30 am CT (9:30 am MT). The topic will be Questionnaire Design with guest speaker Susan Barnes, Assistant Director of the Outreach Evaluation Resource Center. (Source: Network News) Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4960888 Wed, 22 Jun 2011 22:01:29 +0100 4960888 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4954440&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F06%2F22%2Fnational-prevention-strategy%2F On June 16, 2011 the National Prevention, Health Promotion, and Public Health Council, announced the release of the National Prevention Strategy (http://1.usa.gov/lhAk9K ), a comprehensive plan that will help increase the number of Americans who are healthy at every stage of life. The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, signed into law in 2010, called for the development of the National Prevention and Health Promotion Strategy to guide the nation as it shifts to an emphasis on prevention and health promotion. The Act also provides $15 billion over 10 years for the Prevention and Public Health Fund to enable states and communities to expand preventive services. The National Prevention Strategy recognizes that good health comes not just from receiving quality medical care, but also f... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4954440 Wed, 22 Jun 2011 13:59:19 +0100 4954440 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4954441&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F06%2F21%2Fmore-deaths-than-births%2F Last year, more people died than were born in nearly one-quarter of all U.S. counties, a new study shows. This trend, known as natural decrease, is the result of younger people moving away, as well as decreases in fertility levels. Researchers from the Carsey Institute at the University of New Hampshire (UNH) also found that rural areas are particularly hard hit by natural population decrease, which is taking a toll on local schools, hospitals and other family services. The study showed that last year, “24 percent of all U.S. counties experienced natural decrease. And, for the first time in U.S. history, deaths now exceed births in an entire state [West Virginia],” Kenneth Johnson, senior demographer with the Carsey Institute and professor of sociology at UNH, said in a unive... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4954441 Tue, 21 Jun 2011 15:24:48 +0100 4954441 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4946558&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F06%2F20%2Fscr-connections-june-221%2F This is a reminder that the SCR CONNECTions will be on Wednesday, June 22, 2011, from 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. (CT). The topic will be the Drug Information Portal. Besides the NLM drug resources, the portal searches resources from other key agencies. The information is geared toward both consumer and research. All web conferences are conducted via the Adobe Connect web meeting system. You don’t need to install any software to join the conference, simply click on the URL: https://webmeeting.nih.gov/scr/, chose “Enter as a Guest”, and type in your name. Additional information about monthly SCR CONNECTions is located on the NN/LM SCR website at: http://nnlm.gov/scr/training/webmeeting.html. (Source: Network News) Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4946558 Mon, 20 Jun 2011 16:06:02 +0100 4946558 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4936885&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F06%2F16%2Ftwitter-update-2011%2F A new report from the Pew Internet and American Life Project shows a significant increase in the number of online adults using Twitter. According to the report 13% of online adults are using Twitter which demonstrates an increase from the 8% of online adults who identified themselves as Twitter users in November 2010. Also of note, 95% of Twitter users own a mobile phone and half of these users access the service on their handheld device. The report also shows that African Americans and Latinos have a high rate of adoption of the service. Twitter use is growing in popularity among Internet users ages 25-35 doubling from 9% to 19% since late 2010. Use of Twitter by Internet users ages 35-44 has also grown from 8% to 14%. The full report can be found online at http://pewinternet.org/%20Repor... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4936885 Thu, 16 Jun 2011 16:08:54 +0100 4936885 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4936886&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F06%2F15%2F30-years-of-aids%2F   On June 5, 2011, the United States marked “30 Years of AIDS.” It was on that date in 1981 that the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) published a report on the first cases of AIDS in the U.S. This was the first official report of what would become known as the “AIDS epidemic.” Today, an estimated 1.1 million Americans are living with HIV, and nearly one out of five people living with HIV do not know it, according to the CDC. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) AIDS.gov program has compiled a timeline highlighting some of these key milestones [http://aids.gov/thirty-years-of-aids/]. While research for a cure is still under way, HIV testing is especially critical. On June ... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4936886 Wed, 15 Jun 2011 19:37:42 +0100 4936886 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4936887&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F06%2F15%2Fnatural-disaster-messages%2F The CDC has created a page of resources for use in providing messages about what people can do to protect themselves and their family during a natural disaster: http://www.bt.cdc.gov/disasters/psa/. Included on the page is a new toolkit of prepared cell phone text messages that support state and local emergency managers in disaster response. Local and state agencies register their interest in using the toolkit by providing contact information to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS); they will then receive alerts and updates as the content expands to include health tips for additional types of disasters. Agencies can register by email: publichealthemergency@hhs.gov. Content for the text messages, developed by HHS experts working with state and local agencies and approved b... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4936887 Wed, 15 Jun 2011 14:31:52 +0100 4936887 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4895292&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F06%2F03%2Fmyplate-replaces-food-pyram%2F On Thursday, June 2, First Lady Michelle Obama and Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack unveiled the federal government’s new food icon, MyPlate, to serve as a reminder to help consumers make healthier food choices. MyPlate is a new generation icon intended to prompt consumers to think about building a healthy plate at meal times and to seek more information to help them do that by going to www.ChooseMyPlate.gov/. The new MyPlate icon emphasizes the fruit, vegetable, grains, protein and dairy food groups. MyPlate will replace the MyPyramid image as an easy-to-understand visual cue to help consumers adopt healthy eating habits consistent with the 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans. MyPyramid will remain available to interested health professionals and nutrition educators in a special sec... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4895292 Fri, 03 Jun 2011 17:02:55 +0100 4895292 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4895293&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F06%2F03%2Fjama-article-on-nlm-anniversary%2F For a brief history of NLM and some its recent achievements, see the article in this week’s JAMA. Slomski A. The National Library of Medicine: 175 years of advancing biomedical knowledge. JAMA. 2011 Jun 1;305(21):2158-61. PubMed PMID: 21632476. (Source: Network News) Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4895293 Fri, 03 Jun 2011 15:03:02 +0100 4895293 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4895294&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F06%2F02%2Funfunded-with-funders%2F Each year, there are numerous research proposals for promising new treatments that make their way through a peer-review process but do not receive funding, although they have the potential to make significant contribution to scientific discovery. The National Health Council (NHC), with input from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), has developed the database Health Research Funding to bring these projects and researchers together with patient advocacy organizations and other funding sources. The NIH receives more than 50,000 grant applications each year. Each application is peer reviewed, and about half are deemed to have scientific merit and could be considered for funding. These applications are then scored and ranked. Of these grant applications that the NIH deems worthy, fewer tha... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4895294 Thu, 02 Jun 2011 19:07:18 +0100 4895294 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4895295&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F06%2F02%2Fnlm-gateway-transitioning%2F On December 1, 2011 the NLM Gateway will be gone as we know it.  All but one database, Meeting Abstracts, can be searched through their own interfaces.  NLM has found that users prefer using the database interfaces to the Gateway.  As a result, NLM Gateway will be discontinued and a pilot project site from the Lister Hill National Center for Biomedical Communications (LHNCBC) will be created.  The new site will focus on Meeting Abstracts and Health Services Research Projects in Progress (HSRProj). For more information, see Gillikin D. NLM Gateway Transitioning to New Pilot Project Site. NLM Tech Bull. 2011 May-Jun;(380):e9. (Source: Network News) Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4895295 Thu, 02 Jun 2011 17:30:59 +0100 4895295 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4885681&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F05%2F31%2F10413%2F From the National Library of Medicine: The “National Maximum Charge” that limited Resource Libraries to charging $11 for DOCLINE interlibrary loan was recently removed as a requirement for Resource Libraries in the NN/LM contracts for 2011-2016. The change was effective May 1, 2011.  As needed, Resource Libraries may raise ILL fees to recover costs.   Primary Access Libraries and Other libraries were already able to charge fees necessary for cost recovery.   As always, all charges and provided services must comply with the copyright law. NLM recently removed the $11  limit because we had received multiple requests from Resource Libraries who stated they were unable to recover their costs at $11 per article.   Additionally, Resource Libraries were permitted to charge above the $... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4885681 Tue, 31 May 2011 19:41:31 +0100 4885681 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4885682&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F05%2F31%2F2011-hurricane-season-begins-june-1%2F Right on schedule, hurricane season begins on June 1 and lasts until November 30th. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has predicted an above-normal hurricane season for the Atlantic basin this year. Last week, the Office of the President stressed  the need for individuals, businesses, nonprofits, and families to prepare emergency plans, create emergency supply kits, and learn evacuation routes (http://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/2011/05/20/presidential-proclamation-national-hurricane-preparedness-week). Several organizations have resources to assist with these preparations. Some include widgets which can be used on library or other organizational websites to quickly link to valuable information. The National Weather Service: http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/out... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4885682 Tue, 31 May 2011 18:07:05 +0100 4885682 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4864108&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F05%2F26%2Fdocline-update%2F The annual DOCLINE Update was conducted by Maria Collins at the 2011 Medical Library Association Meeting. The most immediate announcement affecting libraries concerned the national maximum cost.  Starting May 1, 2011, Resource Libraries are no longer limited by the national maximum of $11.  They may now charge based on their cost recovery needs.  The removal of the nation maximum was implemented due to the large number of requests received by NLM from Resource Libraries to increase the maximum. For more information on the DOCLINE Update, read the MLA blog posting by Katie Zybeck.  Slides from the DOCLINE update will be posted on the NLM website in the near future. (Source: Network News) Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4864108 Thu, 26 May 2011 15:46:46 +0100 4864108 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4864109&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F05%2F25%2Fmedicine-in-the-americas-nlm%2F The National Library of Medicine (NLM) announces the release of “Medicine in the Americas.” A digital resource encompassing over 300 early American printed books, Medicine in the Americas makes freely available original works demonstrating the evolution of American medicine from colonial frontier outposts of the 17th century to research hospitals of the 20th century. Drawing on the collections of NLM’s History of Medicine Division and including works from the United States, Latin America, the Caribbean and Canada, this initial release of Medicine in the Americas encompasses monographs dating from 1610 to 1865. Additional titles, dating up to 1920 and drawing further upon NLM’s comprehensive collection of early American printed books, will be available on an ongoin... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4864109 Wed, 25 May 2011 21:22:57 +0100 4864109 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4864110&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F05%2F25%2Fpromotores-hhs-initiative%2F The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has recently announced an initiative to promote utilization of promotores de salud as a means of strengthening outreach and education on the availability of health services and insurance coverage to underserved Hispanic/Latino communities. Promotores, who are sometimes known as community health workers, peer leaders, patient navigators or health advocates, typically work in their own communities to convey information to their neighbors and other community members on health and wellness, the availability of support services and access to health services. Promotores have become increasingly active in U.S. Hispanic/Latino communities for the past 50 years and for longer in some Latin American countries. Detailed information can be found f... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4864110 Wed, 25 May 2011 14:30:06 +0100 4864110 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4864111&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F05%2F24%2Fnlm_adv_informatics_grant%2F The National Library of Medicine (NLM) is offering the NLM Advanced Informatics for Health (R01) grant  to support exceptionally innovative informatics research that, if successful, will have a high impact on health.  The grant will fund informatics research applications to construct an intelligent computer program that offers health advice to a person about a complex health problem, based on knowledge from the person’s computer-based health record and knowledge sources in the public domain. The intelligent computer program should be able to explain its reasoning and defend its conclusions to the patient, and state the certainty and reliability of its recommendations. Letter of intent deadline: June 25, 2011 Deadline for applications: July 25, 2011 (Source: Network News) Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4864111 Tue, 24 May 2011 17:33:30 +0100 4864111 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4854319&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F05%2F23%2Fcommunity-transformation-grants%2F The US Department of Health and Human Services has announced the implementation of the Community Transformation Grants (CTG) program. This program, authorized in Section 4201 of the Affordable Care Act, will make available $100 million to an estimated 75 “State and local governmental agencies and community-based organizations for the implementation, evaluation, and dissemination of evidence-based community preventive health activities in order to reduce chronic disease rates, prevent the development of secondary conditions, address health disparities, and develop a stronger evidence-base of effective prevention programming.” CDC will be holding a conference call prior to the deadline for submitting Letters of Intent to apply for funding. The Letters of Intent are due to CDC on Monday, ... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4854319 Mon, 23 May 2011 15:37:14 +0100 4854319 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4848546&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F05%2F20%2Fva-caregiver-support-program%2F The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) offers assistance to caregivers. Caregivers provide a valuable service for Veterans and are “partners” with the VA in providing excellent health care. Caregivers allow Veterans to remain in their own home and also play a important role in supporting Veterans who are hospitalized or living outside their home. VA now provides additional support to eligible post-9/11 Veterans who elect to receive their care in a home setting from a primary Family Caregiver. Eligible primary Family Caregivers can receive a stipend, training, mental health services, and access to health insurance if they are not already under a health care plan. For more information, see the website at: http://www.caregiver.va.gov/ . (Source: Network News) Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4848546 Fri, 20 May 2011 20:01:40 +0100 4848546 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4842845&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F05%2F18%2Fstabilizingcollections%2F News of the devastating floods that have impacted portions of the country can serve as a reminder of the importance of setting up library salvage plans in the event of a water emergency.  The National Library of Medicine (NLM), the world’s largest  medical library, has recently introduced a new site, Emergency Preparedness and Response: How to Safely Stabilize Library Collections in the Event of a Water Emergency. The website, a collaborative effort by NLM staff from the History of Medicine Division, Preservation and Collection Management Section, National Network Office, Office of Computer and Communications Systems, and the Office of High Performance Computing and Communications Lister Hill National Center for Biomedical Communications, contains links to short instructional video... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4842845 Wed, 18 May 2011 18:08:14 +0100 4842845 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4831449&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F05%2F13%2Fnlm-videocontest-winners%2F The National Library of Medicine (NLM) has announced the winners of the NLM & You: The Video contest and two of the top runners up are from our Region! The video contest invited the public to create original short videos promoting awareness of NLM’s products and services. Entries were submitted on YouTube and were then screened by a panel of judges from NLM and National Institutes of Health (NIH). The winners were announced at the May 2-3, 2011 NLM Board of Regents meeting: Grand prize winner: “James and the Peanut Allergy.” Producer: University of Utah Spencer S. Eccles Health Sciences Library, in collaboration with the Biomedical Informatics Department. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VoCAizDEKlM&feature=player_embedded First runner-up: “The Fastest Librari... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4831449 Fri, 13 May 2011 20:47:03 +0100 4831449 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4821968&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F05%2F13%2Fnlm-videocontest-winners%2F The National Library of Medicine (NLM) has announced the winners of the NLM & You: The Video contest and two of the top runners up are from our Region! The video contest invited the public to create original short videos promoting awareness of NLM’s products and services. Entries were submitted on YouTube and were then screened by a panel of judges from NLM and National Institutes of Health (NIH). The winners were announced at the May 2-3, 2011 NLM Board of Regents meeting: Grand prize winner: “James and the Peanut Allergy.” Producer: University of Utah Spencer S. Eccles Health Sciences Library, in collaboration with the Biomedical Informatics Department. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VoCAizDEKlM&feature=player_embedded First runner-up: “The Fastest Lib... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4821968 Fri, 13 May 2011 20:47:03 +0100 4821968 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4831450&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F05%2F10%2Ffda-recalls-webpage-update%2F The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has recently updated its Recalls, Market Withdrawals & Safety Alerts web page to make it easier for consumers to use. The web page posts recalls of food, drugs, products affecting animal health, biologics and medical devices in a tabular format. Information provided is derived from news releases, and is organized by date, product brand name, product description, reason for the recall and the recalling company. A link to the news release on each recall provides additional information. The United States has one of the safest food supplies in the world. Nevertheless, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), foodborne disease causes an estimated 76 million illnesses, 325,000 hospitalizations and 5,000 deaths i... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4831450 Tue, 10 May 2011 20:52:29 +0100 4831450 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4805946&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F05%2F10%2Ffda-recalls-webpage-update%2F   The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has recently updated its Recalls, Market Withdrawals & Safety Alerts webpage to make it easier for consumers to use. The webpage posts recalls of food, drugs, products affecting animal health, biologics and medical devices in a tabular format. Information provided is derived from news releases, and is organized by date, product brand name, product description, reason for the recall and the recalling company. A link to the news release on each recall provides additional information. The United States has one of the safest food supplies in the world. Nevertheless, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), foodborne disease causes an estimated 76 million illnesses, 325,000 hospitalizations and 5,000 d... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4805946 Tue, 10 May 2011 20:52:29 +0100 4805946 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4795276&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F05%2F06%2Feducation-clearinghouses-merged%2F The National Training Center‘s Educational Clearinghouse has merged with the Medical Library Association’s Educational Clearinghouse.  NLM, MLA and the NTC realized the two clearinghouses were duplicating information and decided to merged.  The MLA Educational Clearinghouse now includes more than just continuing education classes, such as brochures and handouts.  The clearinghouse can be searched by anyone, members and non-members. For more information, read Zipser J, Cavanaugh D. NTCC Educational Clearinghouse Merges with the MLA Educational Clearinghouse. NLM Tech Bull. 2011 May-Jun;(380):e1. (Source: Network News) Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4795276 Fri, 06 May 2011 16:52:49 +0100 4795276 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4782548&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F05%2F05%2Fbhic-blog%2F The NN/LM SCR would like to invite anyone in the Region to subscribe to the Bringing Health Information to the Community (BHIC) blog (http://nnlm.gov/bhic/ ). This blog focuses on health information issues related to the community, especially underserved communities. Previously, the BHIC blog was a product of the National Network of Libraries of Medicine, MidContinental Region. With the beginning of the new NN/LM contracts on May 1, 2011, the blog has expanded its focus and there will now be additional contributors from several of the other regions. You may follow the BHIC blog or request subscription to a daily digest or an email each time a post is made. Email Siobhan Champ-Blackwell at Siobhan@creighton.edu or Cheryl Rowan at cheryl.rowan@exch.library.tmc.edu . (Source: Network News) Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4782548 Thu, 05 May 2011 14:31:27 +0100 4782548 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4782549&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F05%2F03%2Fnlm-embryo-app%2F The National Library of Medicine (NLM) has released “Embryo” (http://itunes.apple.com/app/embryo/id422337604), a new app for the iPhone, iPod Touch and the iPad. Embryo is a collaborative project between the NLM, the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health & Human Development (NICHD), the Virtual Human Embryo Project at Louisiana State University (http://virtualhumanembryo.lsuhsc.edu/) and the National Museum of Health & Medicine’s Human Developmental Anatomy Center (http://nmhm.washingtondc.museum/collections/hdac/). The National Museum of Health & Medicine’s Human Developmental Anatomy Center (HDAC) acquires and maintains collections pertaining to general developmental anatomy and neuroanatomy. Scientists and educators have used the N... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4782549 Tue, 03 May 2011 20:24:47 +0100 4782549 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4782550&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F05%2F03%2Ffood-desert-locator%2F “Food deserts” are low income neighborhoods with high concentrations of people who are far from a grocery store or supermarket. To draw attention to these neighborhoods, the U.S Department of Agriculture (USDA) just released a “Food Desert Locator” map at http://www.ers.usda.gov/data/fooddesert/. More specifically, the USDA defines a Food Desert as a low-income census tract where either a substantial number or share of residents has low access to a supermarket or large grocery store. “Low income” tracts are defined as those where at least 20 percent of the people have income at or below the federal poverty levels for family size, or where median family income for the tract is at or below 80 percent of the surrounding area’s median family income. Tr... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4782550 Tue, 03 May 2011 16:51:16 +0100 4782550 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4768472&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F04%2F29%2F2011-2016contract%2F The Houston Academy of Medicine-Texas Medical Center Library is pleased to announce that it has been awarded the contract to serve as the Regional Medical Library (RML) in the South Central Region for the 2011 – 2016 period.   Eight institutions throughout the country serve as RMLs in their respective regions . The RML program, originally authorized by Congress in the 1965 Medical Library Assistance Act, is designed to equalize and enhance access to health sciences information throughout the United States. The goals of the 2011-2016 RML contracts are: to develop collaborations among Network members and other organizations to improve access to and sharing of biomedical information resources throughout the nation; to promote awareness of, access to, and use of biomedical information reso... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4768472 Fri, 29 Apr 2011 22:40:03 +0100 4768472 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4763689&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F04%2F28%2Fnlm-classification-2011-edition%2F The NLM Technical Bulletin announced that the NLM Classification 2011 edition is now available. This marks the 60th anniversary of the NLM Classification. This edition incorporated all of the changes to the schedules and index from April 2010 to March 2011.  The major areas of focus are WL (Nervous System) and WM (Psychiatry). For more details, see: Willis, S. NLM Classification 2011 Edition Now Available. NLM Tech Bull. 2011 Jan-Feb;(378):e26. (Source: Network News) Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4763689 Thu, 28 Apr 2011 20:27:19 +0100 4763689 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4759478&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F04%2F27%2Futhscsa_borderhealthcoll%2F A collection of materials related to border health recently donated to the UT Health Science Center at San Antonio libraries is now available. The donated materials have been catalogued and can be found by using the library Hcatalog with the keyword “oliveros.”  Print documents are located at the UT Health Science Library on the Laredo Regional Campus at 1937 East Bustamante Street, Laredo.  The usable slides have been turned into a presentation, and these are available as a link from http://library.uthscsa.edu/exhibits/oliveros.cfm.  This web page also includes a brief biography of Victor Oliveros and an oral history that was conducted with Mr. Oliveros by Pennie Borchers, Special Collections Librarian. After his retirement from the Laredo, Texas Health Department in 2005, Mr. Vict... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4759478 Wed, 27 Apr 2011 16:17:08 +0100 4759478 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4754938&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F04%2F26%2Fmedlineplus-podcast%2F Each week, MedlinePlus presents a weekly audio update by Donald A.B. Lindberg, M.D., Director of the National Library of Medicine. Each of these podcasts highlights health news and accompanying information from MedlinePlus. The podcast for April 18, 2011, Rising Expectations for Emergency Response? features comments made during the recent Disaster Outreach Symposium held at the National Library of Medicine March 29-30. The podcast may be accessed from the Videos & Cool Tools tab on MedlinePlus or directly at: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/podcast/transcript041811.html . (Source: Network News) Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4754938 Tue, 26 Apr 2011 16:51:06 +0100 4754938 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4736076&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F04%2F21%2Folder-americans-month%2F Each year the Administration on Aging (AoA) issues a theme for Older Americans Month. This year’s theme is Older Americans: Connecting the Community. This theme pays homage to the many ways in which older adults bring inspiration and continuity to the fabric of our communities. It also highlights the many ways technology is helping older Americans live longer, healthier and more engaged lives. The Administration on Aging offers a number of tools for groups wishing to celebrate Older Americans Month , including a logo, a poster, a sample article for newsletters, and a sample proclamation: http://www.aoa.gov/AoARoot/Press_Room/Observances/2011/Older_Americans.aspx. The highlight is a Wii bowling tournament to be held at senior centers throughout the country, called the Community Connec... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4736076 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 14:50:35 +0100 4736076 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4736077&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F04%2F21%2Fescienceportal%2F The Lamar Soutter Library at the University of Massachusetts Medical School announces the launch of the e-Science Portal for New England Librarians.  Although the portal has been developed to target the e-science information needs of New England science and medical librarians, all librarians are welcome to use it. Initiated by the Lamar Soutter Library and funded by the National Network of Libraries of Medicine New England Region, the portal has been developed by a collaboration of New England area science and medical librarians.  It provides links to resources about e-Science, data management, current library projects, e-Science news/opportunities, and science primers—specifically for science and medical librarians working in research organizations. The e-Science Community blog portio... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4736077 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 14:28:28 +0100 4736077 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4725639&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F04%2F19%2Flibrary-internship-omh%2F Established in 1986, the overall mission of the Office of Minority Health is to improve and protect the health of racial and ethnic minority populations through the development of health policies and programs that will promote health equity and eliminate health disparities.  It advises the HHS Secretary on public health program activities affecting American Indians and Alaska Natives, Asian Americans, Blacks/African Americans, Hispanics/Latinos, Native Hawaiians, and other Pacific Islanders. The Office of Minority Health Resource Center (OMHRC) is seeking a student intern for Summer 2011, to serve in its library.  This internship will provide an MLS student with experience in special librarianship in some of the following areas: cataloging, indexing, reference resources and digitization.... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4725639 Tue, 19 Apr 2011 15:10:14 +0100 4725639 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4715502&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F04%2F15%2Fshow-off-your-apps%2F The NLM Show Off Your Apps: Innovative Uses of NLM Information Challenge is an initiative of the National Library of Medicine (NLM), of the National Institutes of Health, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. This Challenge is open to individuals, teams of individuals, and organizations. The purpose of this contest is to develop innovative software applications to further NLM’s mission of aiding the dissemination and exchange of scientific and other information pertinent to medicine and public health. Eligible software applications must make use of NLM’s vast collection of biomedical data including downloadable data sets, APIs (application programming interfaces), and/or software tools. Judging criteria • Quality and Accuracy (data are presented accurately) • Impact on Pote... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4715502 Fri, 15 Apr 2011 14:00:51 +0100 4715502 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4715503&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F04%2F14%2Fnew-health-literacy-website%2F The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released a new health literacy website: Health Literacy: Accurate, Accessible and Actionable Health Information for All. The site (http://www.cdc.gov/healthliteracy) provides information and tools to improve health literacy and public health and make health information accurate, accessible and actionable for all. The resources are for all organizations that interact and communicate with people about health, including public health departments, healthcare providers and facilities, health plans, government agencies, non-profit, community and advocacy organizations, childcare and schools, the media, and health-related industries. The site features health literacy organizations by state and planning tools to use the National Action Pla... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4715503 Fri, 15 Apr 2011 00:49:21 +0100 4715503 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4705489&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F04%2F12%2Fnew-remm-version-released%2F   REMM (Radiation Emergency Medical Management) has just released new online and Mobile versions. What’s new on REMM lists some of the key updates, but there are many, many more . The following may be of particular interest:   Mobile REMM: updated content for Android (new), iPhone, Blackberry, and Windows Mobile. Nuclear Reactor Accidents: new content and references Potassium Iodide: new content and references Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): 14 new pages with photos Seven new video screencast tutorials:  explaining key REMM interactive clinical tools Nuclear detonation clinical triage tool:  for use if medical response resources are scarce Simplified clinical algorithm for managing radiation exposure: new format and content Contact the REMM Team directly with questions or com... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4705489 Tue, 12 Apr 2011 20:06:48 +0100 4705489 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4698303&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F04%2F12%2Fvideocast-disaster-info-symp%2F The recording from the videocast of the Disaster Information Outreach Symposium, held March 29-30 at NLM, is now available: Day 1, http://videocast.nih.gov/launch.asp?16561  Day 2, http://videocast.nih.gov/launch.asp?16556 Speakers’ slides will be added to the videocast in the coming weeks.  Medical Library Association continuing education credit is available for watching the videocast through March 2012. The PowerPoint slides for the class “Roadmap to Disaster Health Information Resources and Tools” are now available in PDF format at the “Class slides” link on this page, http://disasterinfo.nlm.nih.gov/dimrc/symposium2011class.html. (Source: Network News) Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4698303 Tue, 12 Apr 2011 14:49:07 +0100 4698303 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4698304&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F04%2F12%2Fnih-issues-new-clinical-alert%2F National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) Issues New Clinical Alert on Angioplasty Combined with Stenting Plus Aggressive Medical Therapy vs. Aggressive Medical Therapy Alone for Intracranial Arterial Stenosis: NINDS Stops Trial Enrollment Due to a Higher Risk of Stroke and Death in the Stented Group Link:  http://www.nlm.nih.gov/databases/alerts/clinical_alerts.html (Source: Network News) Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4698304 Tue, 12 Apr 2011 13:56:31 +0100 4698304 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4686396&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F04%2F07%2Fgoogle-cherokee-language%2F Last week Google added the Cherokee language to the list of languages supported by the search engine interface. The Cherokee language which is endangered, first became a written language in the early 19th century. Today only about 20,000 members of the Cherokee Nation still speak the language. Google now provides a way for Cherokee speakers to convert their Google search interface to Cherokee and provides an onscreen Cherokee keyboard. To change the Google interface to another language, use the Language Tools link on the main page. Look for the section marked “Use the Google Interface in Your Language.” With the addition of the Cherokee language, Google now sports the use of 146 languages. With the addition of this language to the Google search interface, perhaps more people wi... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4686396 Thu, 07 Apr 2011 15:55:34 +0100 4686396 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4686397&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F04%2F07%2Fnphw-safety-no-accident%2F National Public Health Week continues until the end of the week with the theme Safety is No Accident: Live Injury-Free. The focus for Wednesday was Injury Prevention at Play. It only takes a moment for an injury to occur – a fall off a bicycle, an injured ankle playing tennis, a concussion after a football tackle. But it also takes just a moment to prevent recreation-related injuries and make ourselves and communities safer. Injuries are not “accidents” and with simple steps, we can stop them before they happen. Thursday’s focus is On the Move. Suggestions include: Wear a seat belt on every trip, no matter how short. Make sure children are buckled up in a car seat, booster seat or seat belt. Be cautious when crossing the street or road. Use sidewalks and avoid jaywalking. Walk... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4686397 Thu, 07 Apr 2011 14:41:50 +0100 4686397 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4677575&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F04%2F04%2Fmedlineplusconnect-award%2F NLM’s MedlinePlus Connect was one of the winners of the HHSinnovates Award! The HHSinnovates award program is aimed at building a culture of innovation at the Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) through facilitating the exchange of innovative ideas throughout the Department. This contest seeks not only to recognize and reward good ideas but also to help promote them across the Department. A team from the National Library for Medicine (NLM) won this Award on March 31, 2011 for their important Health Information Technology (HIT) application, MedlinePlus Connect.  MedlinePlus Connect enables consumers to connect instantly from their electronic health record (EHR) to comprehensive information at MedlinePlus about a health condition, treatment or concern. The honorees from NLM i... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4677575 Mon, 04 Apr 2011 21:15:58 +0100 4677575 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4677576&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F04%2F04%2Fturning-the-pages-add-rare-persian-manuscript%2F National Library of Medicine (NLM) announces the release of a new Turning the Pages virtual book on its Web site as well as in kiosks at NLM. The new book is the Kitab Aja’ib al-makhluqat wa Gharaib al-Mawjudat, literally “The Wonders of Creation,” compiled in the middle 1200s in what is now Iran or Iraq. The vibrantly illustrated work is considered one of the most important natural history texts of the medieval Islamic world. The author, Abu Yahya Zakariya ibn Muhammad ibn Mahmud-al-Qazwini (ca. 1203-1283 CE), is known simply as al-Qazwini. One of the most noted natural historians, geographers and encyclopedists of the period, he was born in the city of Qazwin in Persia and received much of his education in Baghdad, the cultural center of the region. Al-Qazwini wrote mos... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4677576 Mon, 04 Apr 2011 17:44:46 +0100 4677576 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4671626&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F04%2F04%2Fnational-public-health-week-3%2F National Public Health Week begins today! Join the American Public Health Association (APHA) in the observation, which runs April 4-10. This year’s theme is: “Safety is No Accident: Live Injury-free.” For more than a decade, communities across the U.S. have celebrated NPHW each April by highlighting public health achievements and raising awareness of issues important to improving the public’s health. Monday’s Theme is “Safety at Home.” Suggestions include: Assess your home for potential hazards such as poor lighting and uneven surfaces to prevent falls. Install and maintain smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors in your home. Establish a plan for how you would evacuate from your home in the event of an emergency. Make sure all electrical outlets are covere... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4671626 Mon, 04 Apr 2011 14:10:11 +0100 4671626 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4671627&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F04%2F01%2Ftech-spring-clean%2F It’s that time of year again. Time to dust off the old gadgets and maybe go out and purchase new models. Technology is always advancing and the latest trendy tools are always getting smaller, faster or sleeker. If you are planning on doing some technology spring cleaning this year, the New York Times has some suggestions for you. In last week’s article Spring Cleaning – Gadgets to Keep (or Not), devices from laptops to cameras are reviewed based on their future potential. For those interested in purchasing new equipment, taking a look at the article can provide some helpful tips that may help your wallet. For instance, the article suggests that purchasing a MP3 player or other musical device may not be the best investment, especially if you are already a smart phone user.... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4671627 Fri, 01 Apr 2011 22:50:59 +0100 4671627 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4664963&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F04%2F01%2Flifelimb%2F A new National Library of Medicine Traveling Exhibition Life and Limb: The Toll of the Civil War is now available for institutions to borrow. More than three million soldiers fought in the war from 1861-1865. More than half a million died, and almost as many were wounded but survived. Hundreds of thousands were permanently disabled by injuries or surgery, which saved lives by sacrificing limbs. These men served as a symbol of the fractured nation and remained a stark reminder of the costs of the conflict for long after the war. This exhibition brings their experiences to light. Life and Limb describes the damage caused by the weapons of the time, the treatment of wounds, and their consequences for the young men who survived. The narrative highlights aspects of life after the amputation of ... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4664963 Fri, 01 Apr 2011 16:31:17 +0100 4664963 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4664964&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F04%2F01%2Fcounty-health-rankings-2011%2F How healthy is your county? A new set of reports rank the overall health of nearly every county in the nation, confirming the critical role that factors such as education, jobs, income, environment and access to health care play in how healthy people are and how long they live. Published online at http://www.countyhealthrankings.org by the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, the County Health Rankings look at a variety of measures that affect health, such as high school graduation rates, access to healthier foods, air pollution levels, income, and rates of smoking, obesity and teen births. The Rankings is the only tool of its kind that allows people to see how their county compares with others in their state and against national benc... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4664964 Fri, 01 Apr 2011 14:42:58 +0100 4664964 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4664965&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F03%2F31%2Fnew-funding-opportunities-hrsa%2F On Monday, March 21, HRSA (Health Resources and Services Administration) posted the FY2011 grant competition for the Public Health Training Centers (PHTC) Program.  $6.5 million in funding is available through FY 2011 appropriation and the Prevention and Public Health Fund  for up to 10 cooperative agreements (up to $650,000 each annually) to support up to ten new Public Health Training Centers (PHTCs) as cooperative agreements in an amount up to $650,000 each annually. PHTCs provide education, training and other services to help meet public health workforce needs and address related shortages. CEPH-accredited schools of public health and public health programs are eligible. Grant applications for the PHTCs program are due May 23, 2011 8:00 PM ET.   A technical assistance call for po... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4664965 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 19:36:27 +0100 4664965 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4659366&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F03%2F31%2Fvaluewebinar%2F Services and programs of academic health sciences libraries can impact student learning, faculty instruction, researcher productivity, and patient care. How can you describe that impact when many other departments are competing for the same, limited funds? To position itself for competitive advantage, a library must commit to practical program evaluation, user-centered assessment, and data-driven decision making. The web-based course Demonstrating Value: Can Journals Compete with Mouse Cages In Institutional Budgets? will review strategies for practical evaluation and user-centered assessment. After completing this course, you’ll be better prepared with the right data when a budget administrator asks, “How do I decide between journals for the library and mouse cages for the res... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4659366 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 15:01:54 +0100 4659366 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4644450&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F03%2F28%2Fnlm-at-mla-2011%2F The Annual Meeting of the Medical Library Association (MLA) will be held May 13-18, 2011 in Minneapolis, MN. Attendees are invited to visit the NLM exhibit booth #510 (May 14-17) to meet NLM staff and see NLM Web products and services. The NLM Theater at the booth will feature demonstrations and tutorials on a wide variety of topics. For more details, see Zipser J. 2011 MLA Meeting Reminder and NLM Invitation. NLM Tech Bull. 2011 Mar-Apr;(379):e10.   (Source: Network News) Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4644450 Mon, 28 Mar 2011 18:45:56 +0100 4644450 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4606767&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F03%2F17%2Flibrarians-health-sxswi%2F Many people are familiar with South by Southwest (SXSW) the annual music showcase where many popular bands find their big break in Austin, TX. Since the early 1990s, SXSW has also offered another type of showcase, one for multimedia and technology, currently referred to as SXSW Interactive (SXSWi). As with the music festival, SXSWi is a conference and festival where the best and the brightest come to showcase their new ideas. New startups and experts in the field converge to share ideas about technology and better understand the technology trends we can expect to see in the future. Technology startups that launched at SXSWi or were introduced to a large audience for the first time include some well know social media tools including Foursquare and Gowalla. Twitter also achieved popularity t... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4606767 Thu, 17 Mar 2011 21:34:18 +0100 4606767 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4606768&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F03%2F17%2Fnnlm-scr-at-tla%2F The NN/LM SCR is participating in a number of programs at the 2011 Texas Library Association conference in Austin, TX, April 12-15.  Come by to see us! Tuesday, April 12 Preconferences (additional ticket purchase required): Libraries: A Prescription for Healthy Communities, 8:30 am – 12:00 pm Cheryl Rowan, Public Health Outreach Coordinator, panelist Information Literacy from Birth to Earth: an Unconference, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm Karen Vargas, Consumer Health Outreach Coordinator, with Siobhan Champ-Blackwell, Community Outreach Coordinator, NN/LM MCR Shaking the Money Tree: Harvesting Grants, 1:00 – 5:00 pm Michelle Malizia, Associate Director, panelist     Wednesday, April 13 Program: Birds Do It, Bees Do It, and You Know You Get Questions About It: Sex... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4606768 Thu, 17 Mar 2011 20:59:58 +0100 4606768 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4606769&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F03%2F17%2Fodyssey-for-ill%2F By Ronetta Mills, ILL Specialist Texas Tech University Health Science Center (TTUHSC) Library in Amarillo, TX Libraries should consider implementing Odyssey Stand-Alone, a document transfer system for Interlibrary Loan.  Many Resource Libraries and other large libraries are already using Odyssey within their ILLiad Resource Sharing Management software.  Libraries not using ILLiad can download the free Odyssey Stand-Alone software from Atlas Systems.  With it you can send documents via FTP (file transfer protocol) from computer to computer using the internet IP address. At TTUHSC, we have been using Odyssey Stand-Alone for approximately 6 months now.  The system works well with our existing scanner and twain driver and the interface is very easy to use.  Each library that receives you... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4606769 Thu, 17 Mar 2011 20:25:28 +0100 4606769 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4606770&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F03%2F17%2Fpubmed-mobile-beta%2F provides a simplified mobile friendly Web interface to access PubMed. PubMed Mobile includes the same basic search functionality and content as Standard PubMed. PubMed Mobile does not include specialized search pages, such as Limits and Advanced search, or added features, such as My NCBI, Clipboard, or LinkOut/Outside Tool. To use these and other PubMed features, display your retrieval in Standard PubMed via the link at the bottom of the screen. Canese K, Welker E. PubMed Mobile Beta. NLM Tech Bull. 2011 Mar-Apr;(379):e7. (Source: Network News) Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4606770 Thu, 17 Mar 2011 17:36:20 +0100 4606770 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4601435&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F03%2F16%2Fmarch-connections-recording%2F The recording for the March, 16 2011 SCR CONNECTions webinar, Simple Rules for Great Presentations with guest Lee Hilyer, Head Information and Access Services, University of Houston Libraries, is now available online at http://nnlm.gov/scr/training/webmeeting.html. Presentation materials and links to resources Lee mentioned are provided. The next SCR CONNECTions will be held on Wednesday, April 20, 2011 at 10:30 am CT (9:30 am MT). The topic will be a contract wrap-up with SCR Associate Director Michelle Malizia. (Source: Network News) Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4601435 Wed, 16 Mar 2011 19:56:28 +0100 4601435 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4601436&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F03%2F16%2Fvideocast-of-disaster-symp%2F The Disaster Information Outreach Symposium for and about information professionals meeting disaster health information needs will be March 29-30, 2011. This free event will be held at the National Library of Medicine (NLM), National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland. While registration for onsite attendance is now closed, the Symposium will be videocast. It is not necessary to register in order to view the videocast. Please see http://videocast.nih.gov/summary.asp?live=9836  for day 1 and http://videocast.nih.gov/summary.asp?live=9837 for day 2. Prior to the event, you may wish to visit the Web site and click “Player Software” near the top of the page to download the software necessary to view the program. A recording will be archived for later viewing following the symposiu... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4601436 Wed, 16 Mar 2011 18:24:52 +0100 4601436 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4594872&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F03%2F14%2Fnlm-175th-anniversay%2F 2011 marks the 175th anniversary of the National Library of Medicine (NLM), part of the National Institutes of Health. The world’s largest medical library and the producer of electronic information resources used by millions of people every day, NLM has changed the way scientific and medical information is organized, stored, accessed, and disseminated. From its founding in 1836 as the library of the U.S. Army Surgeon General to its present position at NIH, NLM’s hallmark has been information innovation, leading to exciting scientific discoveries that ultimately improve the public health. A new website has been launched to showcase the events surrounding the 175th anniversary of the National Library of Medicine. Additional information can now be found online at: http://apps.nlm.nih.... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4594872 Mon, 14 Mar 2011 20:39:07 +0100 4594872 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4594873&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F03%2F14%2Fdocline-class-mobile-al%2F A DOCLINE Onsite Training Class: Getting the Best Out of DOCLINE jointly sponsored by the Southeastern Atlantic (SE/A) and the South Central Region (SCR) Regional Medical Libraries will be offered in Mobile, AL on April 14, 2011.  The University of South Alabama Biomedical Library will host it. The class will cover institutional record administration, serial holdings, request/lend, routing tables (including library groups), while incorporating recent DOCLINE 4.5 improvements. Although the class is available to any NN/LM current DOCLINE user, priority will be given to SE/A and SCR network members with “active” DOCLINE accounts. If you are interested in attending, please send PJ Grier (pgrier@hshsl.umaryland.edu) an email with your contact information and TYPE: “DOCLINE CL... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4594873 Mon, 14 Mar 2011 17:46:46 +0100 4594873 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4571630&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F03%2F10%2Fhealth-literacy-webinar%2F The NN/LM Pacific Southwest Region will be hosting a webinar on health literacy entitled Health LIteracy in the Real World: Awareness, Ideas, Solutions on Friday, March 18, 2011. Michael Villaire, MSLM, and Chief Operating Officer, Insitute for Healthcare Advancement (IHA), will be the guest speaker. Poor health literacy is a major issue in the United States. We see examples of how it affects patients, providers, and the healthcare system every day. This session will look at some of the problems created by poor health literacy, discuss programs and ideas to help improve it on both the patient and provider side, and review some solutions. The upcoming IHA Health Literacy Conference http://bit.ly/IHA_Conference will be reviewed, as well as a discussion of the National Action Plan to Improve ... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4571630 Fri, 11 Mar 2011 03:40:16 +0100 4571630 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4571631&cid=s_34121_10_f&fid=34121&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnnlm.gov%2Fscr%2Fblog%2F2011%2F03%2F10%2Fhivaids-funding%2F The National Library of Medicine (NLM) is pleased to announce the solicitation of quotations from organizations and libraries to design and conduct HIV/AIDS Community Information Outreach Projects that will improve access to HIV/AIDS related health information for patients, the affected community, and their caregivers. Projects must involve one or more of the following information access categories: Information retrieval; Skills development; State-of-the-art resources; Resource development; and/or Document Access. Standard Awards are offered for up to $60,000; Express Awards are offered for up to $10,000. Quotations are due to NLM on Tuesday, April 19, 2011. The solicitation for the 2011 HIV/AIDS Community Information Outreach Projects is posted on Federal Business Opportunities.  Small... Network News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4571631 Thu, 10 Mar 2011 20:40:40 +0100 4571631