Public Library Health

Public libraries are critical to our nation’s health.

All Americans need access to current, reliable health information, especially as we navigate complex issues like health care, insurance and aging. Public libraries are a go-to resource throughout this journey.

This website, a project of the National Network of Libraries of Medicine (NNLM) and the Public Library Association (PLA), brings together a host of resources to help public libraries better serve their patrons’ health needs.

Latest Resources

Tools, program ideas and primers to help public libraries get the information and inspiration they need.

Libraries are Champions of Health Communities (Facebook Group)

ALA Libraries Transform Health Literacy Toolkit

Insurance Jargon

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Latest Trainings

The National Network of Libraries of Medicine and its Regional Medical Libraries offer live and online educational experiences for health professionals, medical librarians, public librarians and others. The courses below are those most relevant to public librarians.

Addressing Latino Health and Wellness Disparities Through Virtual Community Health and Wellness Workshops

Nov 26, 2018 1:00PM - 2:00PM CT

Understanding the Opioid Crisis: Where do I begin?

Nov 28, 2018 2:00PM - 3:00PM ET

Understanding Grief After an Overdose Death

Nov 28, 2018 1:00PM - 2:00PM ET

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The Get Covered Connector is a nationwide online scheduling tool that allows consumers to search for free, local enrollment assistance. Consumers that receive in-person assistance are nearly 60% more likely to enroll.

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Vapers May Prompt Smokers to Quit: Study

FRIDAY, Nov. 16, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Could vapers be a good influence on smokers?

New research suggests that's so: Cigarette smokers who spent more ti...

Under New Plan, FDA Hopes to Cut Use of Dogs in Veterinary Drug Trials

FRIDAY, Nov. 16, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- As part of a new effort to cut the use of dogs in drug trials, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Friday launched an...

Here's More Evidence Obesity Can Shorten Your Life

FRIDAY, Nov. 16, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- A study that tracked the weight and survival of more than 6,000 Americans for 24 years reinforces the notion that piling o...

Cleaning Your Baby's Pacifier By Sucking On It May Do Baby Good

FRIDAY, Nov. 16, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Sucking your baby's pacifier to clean it may help protect your child against allergies, new research suggests.

Res...

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