Health Discussion Resources – NNLM Reading Club & NNLM Book Discussion
Discussion
Are you a librarian, health professionals, and public health workers interested in participating in a virtual discussion on health issues impacting diverse communities? The NNLM Book Discussion participants read one book over the span of three months. Then, they engage in an online discussion about the health topic with a focus on the challenges facing diverse communities trying to manage the health care system. MLA Continuing education credits are provided for participants.
Complementary professional development opportunity
Discussions take place over three months
Continuing education credits available
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Source: The Cornflower - April 24, 2023 Category: Databases & Libraries Authors: Miles Dietz-Castel Tags: Consumer Health General NNLM Book Discussion NNLM Reading Club Source Type: news
Teachers' motivation to participate in anti-bullying training and their intention to intervene in school bullying: a self-determination theory perspective - Sutter CC, Haugen JS, Campbell LO, Jones JLT.
Bullying has become a pervasive threat for education, health, and policy. Inadequate professional development in bullying prevention and intervention has compounded this issue. Since teachers' professional development is a critical aspect in shaping suppor... (Source: SafetyLit)
Source: SafetyLit - April 20, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Tags: Age: Adolescents Source Type: news
Liberia: Guidelines for Continuing Professional Development for Healthcare Professionals in Liberia Launch
[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia -- As part of efforts to improve the health sector in the country, the Ministry of Health on April 10, 2023, launched the Guidelines for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) for Health Professionals in Liberia. (Source: AllAfrica News: Health and Medicine)
Source: AllAfrica News: Health and Medicine - April 13, 2023 Category: African Health Source Type: news
Discussing Cannabis With Your Patients
Irecently traveled to a major city for a professional development event, and while I was exploring the area for local cuisine I stumbled across a cannabis vending machine. It was neither inside nor outside a business establishment; it was simply a freestanding machine on the sidewalk, enclosed in a wooden frame with metal bars in front. I would have missed it if not for its colorful mural. It had no supervision other than a sign reminding its patrons they were under video surveillance and must be over 21 years old to purchase. (Source: Caring for the Ages)
Source: Caring for the Ages - April 1, 2023 Category: Health Management Authors: Alexandria Hill Source Type: news
The Future of Global Health Starts with Health Workers
By Philippe Guinot,
Chief operating officer (interim) and chief technical officer
Ruth Uwibohoye, a health worker, cares for a child at Nyanza Hospital in Nyanza District, Rwanda. Ruth is supported by the IntraHealth International-led and USAID-funded Ingobyi project to reduce preventable infant and maternal deaths, reduce the incidence of malaria, and bring high-quality, integrated health services to more Rwandan mothers, children, and adolescents. Photo by Innocent Ishimwe for IntraHealth International.April 03, 2023In the global health community, we often focus on results and big numbers. How many people have we r...
Source: IntraHealth International - March 31, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Authors: mnathe Tags: Global Forum on Human Resources for Health World Health Worker Week Source Type: news
First Nursing in Practice live event of 2023 kicks off today
Primary care and community nurses from across the country will gather today at Nursing in Practice London – our first live continuing professional development (CPD) event of the year. Our free-to-attend conference, held in the UK capital, will see a fantastic line-up of expert speakers share their knowledge and experiences across a range of key... Read moreThe post First Nursing in Practice live event of 2023 kicks off today appeared first on Nursing in Practice. (Source: Nursing in Practice)
Source: Nursing in Practice - March 23, 2023 Category: Nursing Authors: Megan Ford Tags: Latest news Source Type: news
What Is Decentralized Identity? The Pillar of Web3
Decentralized identity is a framework that aims to give users sovereignty over how their identity is expressed online. Why master decentralized identity now The current centralized identity system confines the personal and professional development of users to a set of rules and incentives that…#disco #iden3 #polygonid #ceramic #ethereumfoundation #verified #ethereum #smart #btc #ens (Source: Reuters: Health)
Source: Reuters: Health - March 14, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Senior Research Scientist
OrganizationFounded in 1968, the Guttmacher Institute is a global leader in advancing sexual and reproductive health and rights. Through a unique and interrelated program of high-quality research, evidence-based advocacy and strategic communications, the Institute works to generate new ideas, encourage enlightened public debate, and promote sound policy and program development; its overarching goal is to ensure the highest standard of sexual and reproductive health and rights for all people worldwide. The Institute is engaged in building a more inclusive, transparent and equitable organization.Position summaryA Senior...
Source: The Guttmacher Institute - March 10, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Authors: samin Source Type: news
Senior Global Communications Manager
OrganizationFounded in 1968, the Guttmacher Institute is a global leader in advancing sexual and reproductive health and rights. Through a unique and interrelated program of high-quality research, evidence-based advocacy and strategic communications, the Institute works to generate new ideas, encourage enlightened public debate, and promote sound policy and program development; its overarching goal is to ensure the highest standard of sexual and reproductive health and rights for all people worldwide. The Institute is engaged in building a more inclusive, transparent and equitable organization.Position summaryThe Senior ...
Source: The Guttmacher Institute - March 3, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Authors: samin Source Type: news
U.S. scientific leaders need to address structural racism, report urges
Leaders in the U.S. scientific community must dismantle the power structures that lead to racial inequities within their organizations and create an environment in which everyone feels supported,
says a report released today by the U.S. National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine
. The 359-page report includes 12 recommendations for leaders who want to foster change. “There is no magic bullet; there's no one single answer,” said Gilda Barabino, president of the Olin College of Engineering and co-chair of the committee that wrote the report, in a webinar today. “We need a multitude of approache...
Source: ScienceNOW - February 14, 2023 Category: Science Source Type: news
Triangle Society for Neuroscience promotes scientific exchange
<img width="100" src="https://factor.niehs.nih.gov/sites/niehs-factor/files/styles/large/public/2017/5/science-highlights/neuroscience/thumb817796.jpg?itok=pLBGj8Hr" /><br /><p>From studies of the brain to professional development, the Triangle Chapter of the Society for Neuroscience spring conference hit the mark.</p>
(read more) (Source: Environmental Factor - NIEHS Newsletter)
Source: Environmental Factor - NIEHS Newsletter - February 3, 2023 Category: Environmental Health Source Type: news
This Comprehensive IT Training Bundle Could Help You Build Your Business
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Professional development isn't just a chance to train your team. A 2021 study found that 65% of employees who participated in extra training felt like their professional network had expanded, while 47% also said it helped them advance…#linux #icollege #superbundle (Source: Reuters: Health)
Source: Reuters: Health - January 16, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Teacher professional development on trauma-informed care: tapping into students' inner emotional worlds - Anderson KM, Haynes JD, Ilesanmi I, Conner NE.
The purpose of this study was to examine the impact of a multipronged, trauma-informed professional development for teachers at a K-8, Title I public school in an urban city. The instructional approach involved four elements: (1) training on trauma-informe... (Source: SafetyLit)
Source: SafetyLit - January 16, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Tags: Age: Adolescents Source Type: news
Ghidotti's Bethany Siems Elected VP of the Public Relations Society of America Arkansas Chapter (Movers & Shakers)
As vice president, Siems will help lead the society to serve professionals in the communications industry by providing community and professional development. (Source: Arkansas Business - Health Care)
Source: Arkansas Business - Health Care - January 16, 2023 Category: American Health Source Type: news
NSF provides scholarships supporting education and professional development for next generation cybersecurity experts and professionals
The U.S. National Science Foundation CyberCorps ® Scholarship for Service program is providing more than $29 million in new funding to nine universities in 2023. CyberCorps® SFS supports the development of a robust and resilient cybersecurity… (Source: NSF News)
Source: NSF News - January 11, 2023 Category: Science Authors: NSF Source Type: news
