Hennepin County Library: Librarian Notes for Health/Wellness

Librarian Note for Feb 4, 2010

Hennepin County Librarians — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 14:43:44 CDT

NLM launches Mobile MedlinePlus. Also in Spanish. On-the-Go health information at your fingertips.

Librarian Note for Jan 21, 2010

Hennepin County Librarians — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 20:50:32 CDT

Minn Dental Association dentists statewide are providing free dental care to low-income children.

Librarian Note for Jan 13, 2010

Hennepin County Librarians — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 16:45:45 CDT

Minnesota Dept. of Health urges Minnesotans to get their flu shot.

Librarian Note for Jan 6, 2010

Hennepin County Librarians — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 09:49:11 CDT

Health Source: Nursing/Academic Edition. Provides access to articles from scholarly full-text journals focusing on medical and healthcare disciplines especially nursing and allied health.

Librarian Note for Dec 16, 2009

Hennepin County Librarians — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 10:24:06 CDT

Read and be prepared from the CDC.

Librarian Note for Dec 1, 2009

Hennepin County Librarians — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 09:27:05 CDT

Prevent Blindness America offers tips on ways to protect children.

Librarian Note for Oct 21, 2009

Hennepin County Librarians — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 11:37:36 CDT

Nurses are available 24/7 to provide support and treatment options for Minnesotans with possible flu symptoms. Call toll-free 1-866-259-4655. MN Dept. of Health.

Librarian Note for Sep 4, 2009

Hennepin County Librarians — Fri, 04 Sep 2009 15:43:29 CDT

Use Flu.gov to learn how to plan and prepare for the flu.

Librarian Note for Aug 24, 2009

Hennepin County Librarians — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 18:44:09 CDT

Use Flu.gov to learn how to plan and prepare for the flu.

Librarian Note for Jul 22, 2009

Hennepin County Librarians — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 14:18:08 CDT

Simply type a symptom, your age and your gender into the Virtual Doctor site. The virtual doctor will help you determine what is wrong and when it's time to see your doctor.

Librarian Note for Jul 8, 2009

Hennepin County Librarians — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 09:26:06 CDT

This subsidy pays the 35 % COBRA premium for eligible individuals. Learn more from the Mn Dept. of Human Services.

Librarian Note for Jun 11, 2009

Hennepin County Librarians — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 11:15:32 CDT

Check out this page of health check tools.

Librarian Note for Jun 5, 2009

Hennepin County Librarians — Fri, 05 Jun 2009 13:53:48 CDT

Protect your skin when you're out in the sun. Learn more.

Librarian Note for Jun 2, 2009

Hennepin County Librarians — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 09:54:10 CDT

Before you begin your health information research, take the tour at MedlinePlus. Also available in español.

Librarian Note for May 13, 2009

Hennepin County Librarians — Wed, 13 May 2009 12:50:51 CDT

Fare For All can help you save 30 to 50% on food. Read more at WCCO.com.

Librarian Note for May 5, 2009

Hennepin County Librarians — Tue, 05 May 2009 08:52:58 CDT

Four women used the local library to get well and improve their health. Read how in Woman's Day.

Librarian Note for Apr 30, 2009

Hennepin County Librarians — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 13:50:16 CDT

Learn what you can do to stay healthy from the MN Dept. of Health and CDC.

Librarian Note for Apr 25, 2009

Hennepin County Librarians — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 09:19:10 CDT

From the U of MN Center for Infectious Disease Research & Policy. From the CDC, Swine Flu & You or La Influenza Porcina.

Librarian Note for Apr 21, 2009

Hennepin County Librarians — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 10:51:22 CDT

Get health information from the CDC by destination, relevant vaccinations, outbreaks and common diseases; how to travel with children; and ensuring safe food and water. Read Your Survival Guide to Safe and Healthy Travel.

Librarian Note for Apr 17, 2009

Hennepin County Librarians — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 16:54:30 CDT

Teaching your child how to use 911 in an emergency could be the most important lesson you'll ever share. With these three numbers, you can reach the fire department, the police on an ambulance.

Librarian Note for Apr 1, 2009

Hennepin County Librarians — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 10:19:44 CDT

The NIH Rocket Boys:How NIH Gives Health and Hope to Kids and the World. Read how the public library, the Center for Scientific Review of NIH and a nine year old's request for $10.00 impacted the future.

Librarian Note for Mar 3, 2009

Hennepin County Librarians — Tue, 03 Mar 2009 14:43:44 CDT

Household Products Database from the National Library of Medicine includes information on potential health effects of over 2,000 ingredients contained in over 8,000 common household products.

Librarian Note for Feb 12, 2009

Hennepin County Librarians — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 13:26:01 CDT

Check out Heart-Healthy recipes from the American Heart Association.

Librarian Note for Feb 4, 2009

Hennepin County Librarians — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 08:58:45 CDT

His work has helped save 2 billion lives so far. Read more from the Red Cross Museum and PBS.

Librarian Note for Jan 23, 2009

Hennepin County Librarians — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 16:43:47 CDT

from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Use their searchable database to identify potentially contaminated products.

Librarian Note for Jan 13, 2009

Hennepin County Librarians — Tue, 13 Jan 2009 10:29:35 CDT

Do you know a sneeze can send 2,000 to 5,000 bacteria-filled droplets into the air at 70 to 100 mph? Learn more at Anatomy Of A: Sneeze from the Washington Post.

Librarian Note for Jan 8, 2009

Hennepin County Librarians — Thu, 08 Jan 2009 13:35:44 CDT

Most common foodborne illness. Read about symptoms and how to prevent getting infected. MN Dept of Health and MedlinePlus.

Librarian Note for Jan 6, 2009

Hennepin County Librarians — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 10:07:24 CDT

Read the Hard Facts and "Pucker Up: The Effects of Sour Candy on Your Patients' Oral Health" from the Minnesota Dental Association.

Librarian Note for Dec 10, 2008

Hennepin County Librarians — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 14:33:50 CDT

Look in Health & Wellness Resource Center database.

Librarian Note for Dec 2, 2008

Hennepin County Librarians — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 10:07:30 CDT

December issue now available.

Librarian Note for Nov 22, 2008

Hennepin County Librarians — Sat, 22 Nov 2008 09:45:26 CDT

Explore Flu trends across the U.S. with Google.

Librarian Note for Nov 4, 2008

Hennepin County Librarians — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 10:17:18 CDT

Locate a flu shot clinic listed with the Minnesota Department of Health.

Librarian Note for Oct 1, 2008

Hennepin County Librarians — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 14:00:16 CDT

Read the current issue which brings the latest and most authoritative medical and healthcare information from the National Institutes of Health as featured online on MedlinePlus.

Librarian Note for Sep 2, 2008

Hennepin County Librarians — Tue, 02 Sep 2008 09:51:48 CDT

Find up-to-date info on diseases, disorders, anatomy, mental health, prevention, treatments and procedures from Salem Health database.

Librarian Note for Aug 1, 2008

Hennepin County Librarians — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 09:33:35 CDT

Take a break and try a Relaxation Exercise from the Cleveland Clinic.

Librarian Note for Jul 1, 2008

Hennepin County Librarians — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 14:28:42 CDT

Reminder from the Minnesota Dept. of Health to Spray Before You Work or Play. Read Updated Info regarding Mosquito Repellents from the CDC and Mosquito Bites from Mayo Clinic.

Librarian Note for Jun 3, 2008

Hennepin County Librarians — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 09:41:47 CDT

Protect yourself and your family from skin cancer. Take a quiz from the American Cancer Society to learn What's Your Sun-Safety IQ? Read What Is The UV Index? then Lookup Your UV Index from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

Librarian Note for Apr 26, 2008

Hennepin County Librarians — Sat, 26 Apr 2008 09:29:27 CDT

The Health Care industry is one of the largest providers of jobs in the United States. Check this list from the Dept. of Employment and Economic Development to see which occupations are in High Demand in Minnesota. Read more about Health Occupations from MedlinePlus.

Librarian Note for Apr 1, 2008

Hennepin County Librarians — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:50:18 CDT

Protect your ears. Know which noises can cause damage. Wear ear plugs when you are involved in a loud activity. Read more from the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders. Also available in Spanish.

Librarian Note for Feb 29, 2008

Hennepin County Librarians — Fri, 29 Feb 2008 11:53:10 CDT

Studies have shown that humor and laughter may improve physical and mental health. Take a look at Jokes Galore from National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences.

Librarian Note for Nov 30, 2007

Hennepin County Librarians — Fri, 30 Nov 2007 09:25:46 CDT

Minnesota's statewide SAGE Program offers comprehensive screening for uninsured and underinsured women.

Librarian Note for Oct 18, 2007

Hennepin County Librarians — Thu, 18 Oct 2007 14:31:34 CDT

Influenza is a contagious respiratory disease that can be prevented by immunization. Locate a flu shot clinic listed with the Minnesota Department of Health.