The University of Utah Spencer S. Eccles Health Sciences Library serves as the Regional Medical Library (RML) for Region 4, which provides programs, services, and dedicated support for NNLM Members in Arizona, Idaho, Colorado, Montana, New Mexico, North Dakota, South Dakota, Utah, and Wyoming.
The University of Utah is proud of our partnership with:
- University of Arizona, host of our Communication Specialist
- University of Colorado, host of our Community Based Health Organization Specialist and primary point of contact for Arizona, Colorado, and New Mexico
- University of Wyoming, host our Public Health Specialist and primary point of contact for North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wyoming.
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R4 Connections Webinar Series
Empowering Teens Through Media and Health Literacy: The Role of Health Sciences Librarians
Date and Time: Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. MT
Description: Adolescents and young adults increasingly rely on social media for health information, yet misinformation—especially regarding topics like dietary supplements and body image—can have serious consequences. This session explores the intersection of health literacy and media literacy, highlighting how health sciences and public health librarians can play a pivotal role in equipping youth with the skills to critically evaluate digital health content.
Drawing from an NNLM Outreach Grant-funded online course designed for teens, this session will share evidence-based strategies for teaching media deconstruction, countering misinformation, and integrating media literacy into library programming. Attendees will gain practical tools and resources to support media and health literacy initiatives in their own institutions.
Guest Speaker: Jill Kavanaugh, MLIS, AHIP
Registration is required. Unable to join us live? Register anyway and you will receive the recording after the event. Recordings of past sessions are available on our YouTube playlist.
NNLM Region 4 Available Funds
Eligible members are encouraged to take advantage of:
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact John Bramble or your state point of contact:
- Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico – Dana Abbey
- Idaho, Montana, Utah – George Strawley
- North Dakota, South Dakota, Wyoming – David Brown
NNLM Discovery Podcast
Listen to episodes "Equal Healthcare Access in Utah" and "The Moby Bookmobile" available on NNLM Discovery podcast.
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Spencer S. Eccles Health Sciences Library
10 N 1900 E
Salt Lake City, UT 84112
United States