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About Us

The mission of the Network of the National Library of Medicine (NNLM) is to advance the progress of medicine and improve public health by providing U.S. health professionals with equal access to biomedical information and improving individuals' access to information to enable them to make informed decisions about their health.

Established in 1965, the NNLM is coordinated by the National Library of Medicine (NLM) as its field force. We provide health information resources, educational training, and project funding for member organizations. We work with libraries and community-based organizations to support health literacy, advance health equity, improve engagement with research and data, expand professional knowledge, and promote awareness of NLM resources within local communities.

NNLM operations are coordinated through seven Regional Medical Libraries (RMLs) which, in collaboration with funded member organizations, carry out regional and national programs such as training events and outreach activities. Select a U.S. state or territory below to learn more about its NNLM region and RML.

Additionally, the National Center for Data Services (NCDS), the NNLM Public Health Coordination Office (NPHCO), the NNLM Training Office (NTO), the NNLM Evaluation Center (NEC), and the NNLM Web Services Office (NWSO) serve all seven regions.

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