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.

Climate Change and Community Health in Rural Alaska

Mar 20, 2019 1:00PM - 2:00PM PT

Libraries are Champions of Health Communities (Facebook Group)

ALA Libraries Transform Health Literacy Toolkit

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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.

Integrating Cultural Humility into Practice

Jun 6, 2019 2:00PM - 3:00PM CT

Breezing Along with the RML - June 2019

Jun 19, 2019 2:00PM - 3:00PM MT

Breezing Along with the RML - July 2019

Jul 17, 2019 2:00PM - 3:00PM MT

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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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Does Your Sunscreen Work for You?

SUNDAY, May 26, 2019 (HealthDay News) -- Sunscreen is a real key to protecting your skin from the sun and preventing skin cancer, but are you using it correctly?

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