[NNLM-Region5] NNLM Region 5 Weekly Digest - January 10, 2023

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Region 5 Weekly Digest - January 10, 2023
Your weekly roundup of news and announcements from the Network of the National Library of Medicine Region 5.
Region 5 includes Alaska, California, Hawaii, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, and U.S. Territories and Freely Associated States in the Pacific

Professional Development

NNLM Classes

  *   Visit the NNLM website for a complete listing of scheduled NNLM educational opportunities<https://nnlm.gov/training/schedule>.
  *   Missed a class? Many are recorded<https://nnlm.gov/training/recordings>.
  *   Registration requires creating a free individual user account, learn how<https://news.nnlm.gov/region_5/consumer-health-minute-creating-an-nnlm-user-account/>.

NNLM Book Discussion, Nov 1 - Jan 31: Beautiful Country<https://nnlm.gov/training/class/nnlm-book-discussion-nov-1-jan-31-beautiful-country>, There's still time to participate in this self-paced Moodle class which runs from November 1 - January 31, read Beautiful Country, join one of the discussion options, and check out the related resources. The last live session is scheduled for January 24 at 1:00 p.m. PST.
History of the Rochester Study: Literature Discussion<https://nnlm.gov/training/class/history-rochester-study-literature-discussion>, read 3 freely available research articles about the impact of library services at hospitals and then join the discussion on January 12 at 8:00 a.m. SST, 9:00 a.m. HST, 10:00 a.m. AKST, 11:00 a.m. PST, January 13 at 5:00 a.m. ChST
NLM Office Hours Special Listening Session: MeSH<https://www.nnlm.gov/civicrm-event/737>, January 18 at 8:00 a.m. SST, 9:00 a.m. HST, 10:00 a.m. AKST, 11:00 a.m. PST, January 19 at 5:00 a.m. ChST
ClinicalTrials.gov for Librarians<https://www.nnlm.gov/training/class/clinicaltrialsgov-librarians-1>, January 25 at 8:00 a.m. SST, 9:00 a.m. HST, 10:00 a.m. AKST, 11:00 a.m. PST, January 26 at 5:00 a.m. ChST, eligible for CHIS<https://www.nnlm.gov/guides/consumer-health-information-specialization>
Celebrating Moon Times: Flipping the Script on Period Poverty and Standard Puberty Education<https://www.nnlm.gov/training/class/celebrating-moon-times-flipping-script-period-poverty-and-standard-puberty-education>, February 8 at 5:00 a.m. SST, 6:00 a.m. HST, 7:00 a.m. AKST, 8:00 a.m. PST, February 9 at 2:00 a.m. ChST
Additional learning opportunities
UX Research Methods for Libraries<https://www.nicheacademy.com/ux-research-methods-for-libraries?hsCtaTracking=fe310bb6-fd64-495b-ae18-f140065cee66%7C575b3daa-373e-4998-a1e9-8053e0ee4fbe>, Register for this Niche Academy webinar scheduled for January 11 at 8:00 a.m. SST, 9:00 a.m. HST, 10:00 a.m. AKST, 11:00 a.m. PST, January 12 at 5:00 a.m. ChST
National Human Genome Research Institute Roundtable discussion: "The Promise and Perils of Social and Behavioral Genomics"<https://nih.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_1mXymeSPRVKcC0WWonlAiQ>, Register to join a lively Zoom discussion of social and behavioral genetics and genomics, its benefits, limitations and potential for misuse. Panelists will discuss strategies for scientists to combat misinformation, disinformation and misuse of scientific findings; and answer audience questions. January 25 at 7:00 a.m. SST, 8:00 a.m. HST, 9:00 a.m. AKST, 10:00 a.m. PST, January 26 at 4:00 a.m. ChST
Science Literacy: It's Not Just for Kids<https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/science-literacy-not-just-for-kids.html>, register for this WebJunction webinar scheduled for January 24 at 9:00 a.m. SST, 10:00 a.m. HST, 11:00 a.m. AKST, 12:00 p.m. PST, January 25 at 6:00 a.m. ChST

News from the Network of the National Library of Medicine (NNLM)
MedlinePlus Home Page Refresh<https://news.nnlm.gov/region_5/medlineplus-home-page-refresh/>, Both MedlinePlus and MedlinePlus En Español have also made some changes to their homepages for easier navigation and updated content.
Announcing January 2023 NNLM Reading Club: Year-in-Review<https://news.nnlm.gov/region_5/announcing-january-2023-nnlm-reading-club-year-in-review/>
Region 5 Current Funding Opportunities
Timeline:

  *   On or before January 24, 2023, 5:00 p.m. PT: send an email to the Region 5 office (nnlm at uw.edu<mailto:nnlm at uw.edu>)  stating your intent to apply
  *   February 21, 2023, 5:00 p.m. PT: application deadline
  *   May 2023: funded projects begin
Funding Awards:
Technology Equity Awards<https://www.nnlm.gov/funding/rfa/technology-equity-award-1> to support infrastructure that improves equitable access to biomedical and health information.

  *   6 awards available
  *   Up to $5,000 each

Collection Equity Awards<https://www.nnlm.gov/funding/rfa/collection-equity-award> to support collection development that amplifies diverse voices writing on health/medical topics.

  *   7 awards available
  *   Up to $1,500 each
More information about these funding awards is on our blog<https://news.nnlm.gov/region_5/new-funding-opportunities-for-technology-and-collection-development/>.
Review the NNLM Proposal Writing Toolkit<https://www.nnlm.gov/guides/nnlm-proposal-writing-toolkit> for tips and resources to use while developing and submitting your application.
New to grant proposal writing or need a refresher? Take our free on-demand class, Grants & Proposal Writing<https://nnlm.gov/training/class/grants-and-proposal-writing-demand>.

News from the National Library of Medicine (NLM) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH)

>From the NLM Director's blog: The NLM Mezzanine . . . A Space and a Place<https://nlmdirector.nlm.nih.gov/2023/01/04/the-nlm-mezzanine-a-space-and-a-place/>

The NLM Associate Fellowship Program<https://www.nlm.nih.gov/about/training/associate/applicinfo.html> is open to U.S. and Canadian library and information science professionals, as well as graduate students completing their degrees. Up to five qualified Associate Fellows may be selected. Deadline to apply is January 27, 2023 for the 2023-2024 year. Register to attend an informational session<https://www.nlm.nih.gov/pubs/techbull/jf23/brief/jf23_associate_fellowship_webinar.html> January 12 at 9:00 a.m. SST, 10:00 a.m. HST, 11:00 a.m. AKST, 12:00 p.m. PST, January 13 at 6:00 a.m. ChST
Next Phase of the NIH Preprint Pilot Launching Soon<https://ncbiinsights.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/2023/01/09/next-phase-preprint-pilot/#more-10416>
NIH Comparative Genomics Resource project<https://ncbiinsights.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/2023/01/05/cgr-model-organisms-human-health/>
NLM Announces 2023 History Talks<https://www.nlm.nih.gov/news/NLM_Announces_2023_History_Talks.html>, All talks are free, available via live stream globally, and archived by NIH VideoCasting
NLM's History of Medicine: Medicine and Miracle in a Medieval Monastery<https://circulatingnow.nlm.nih.gov/2023/01/05/medicine-and-miracle-in-a-medieval-monastery/>
The January issue of NIH News in Health<https://newsinhealth.nih.gov/2023/01> includes articles your body's disease defense system, the placebo effect, and more.
2022 Research Highlights<https://www.nih.gov/news-events/nih-research-matters/2022-research-highlights-human-health-advances>, a sampling of notable NIH supported research accomplishments in 2022
Find a wealth of information at the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases' Diet and Nutrition page<https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/diet-nutrition>, to help you pay attention to what you're eating and make healthier food choices.

Resource Spotlight
NIHB Launches Podcast Series to Increase Healthcare Access in Indian Country
The National Indian Health Board (NIHB) launched a six-episode podcast series to inform American Indian and Alaska Native Tribal citizens and Tribal leaders on healthcare options that offer more care and better care to Indian Country. The Hope + Healing Podcast<https://www.nihb.org/tribalhealthreform/hope-healing-podcast/> with the NIHB is a partnership with Indian Country Media and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Together, they will dive deep into topics and interview leaders from Indian Country and experts in Native health.

Order Free COVID-19 At-home Tests
A new limited round of free at-home COVID-19 tests<https://www.covid.gov/tests> for the winter. Households can now order either standard at-home tests or tests that are more accessible for people who are blind or have low vision. Shipping is free. Older adults and people with disabilities who need support ordering the free at-home tests can contact the Eldercare Locator<https://eldercare.acl.gov/Public/Index.aspx> (800-677-1116) or the Disability Information and Access Line<https://acl.gov/DIAL> (DIAL, 888-677-1199).

Move Your Way® Community Resources
The Move Your Way® campaign<https://health.gov/our-work/nutrition-physical-activity/move-your-way-community-resources> is the promotional campaign for the second edition of the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans<https://health.gov/our-work/nutrition-physical-activity/physical-activity-guidelines/current-guidelines>. Use the resources to learn more about the campaign and how you can use it to communicate with your audiences about physical activity - whether that means distributing materials to community members, hosting a local event, or sharing information with patients at your practice.



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