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Rapid Response Virtual Professional Development
This rapid response award enables individuals in the Middle Atlantic Region to expand professional knowledge and experience in data science or health information access/delivery through virtual professionals. Up to $2,500 of funding is available per award. Applications are being accepted on a rolling basis.
December Reading Club Selections Discuss Inherited Diseases
NNLM Reading Club explores inherited diseases in December, focusing specifically on cystic fibrosis, sickle-cell disease, and cancer caused by the BRCA mutation.
Let us shine a spotlight on the amazing work you do! NNLM MAR is always interested in learning about health outreach projects and activities that are happening in Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey and Delaware. Share your story with us to receive a Member Highlight on the MARquee!
The current issue of NIH MedlinePlus magazine brings you Adamari López, Telemundo host and actress, who was diagnosed with breast cancer at a young age and is now a long-term survivor. Other features include how social media can impact teen vaping, new NIH research on high-risk pregnancy, and little-known health effects of bullying.
Source: NIH MedlinePlus Magazine, Trusted Health Information from the National Institutes of Health
Class Recordings
Did you miss a recent webinar offered by NNLM MAR? Not to worry! We record many of our live sessions so that our Members never have to miss out on an interesting topic. Check out one of our most recent recordings, which features guest speakers from the Alzheimer's Association and PA forward. In this webinar, the latest findings from the 2020 Alzheimer's Association Facts & Figures Report are provided, including current prevalence and impact on American families, risk factors, impact on caregivers, and national cost of care. Participants learn how to access tools and resources to support families impacted by Alzheimer’s and other dementias and discuss local collaboration opportunities with our 75 chapters nationwide.