Class Recordings

#NicotineAddictionCheck: A Qualitative Analysis of TikTok and Youth E-Cigarette Use

The use of electronic cigarettes among youth is a serious public health problem. The risks of e-cigarettes are greatly shared with the general public, but what do youth users really think about e-cigarettes, including the possible development of health risks and nicotine addiction? A student-led team from the University of Iowa College of Public Health recently analyzed Puff Bar and e-cigarette-related content on TikTok, a popular social media platform where users create, share, and view short videos, and found prevalent themes of addiction apathy and…
Date: September 16, 2022

The Art of Science Communication

Science communication goes far beyond academic papers. The benefits of science communication are vast and include increased science literacy and better-informed science policy. In addition, exceptional science communication includes effective means of disseminating scientific content through lectures, publications, grants, outreach initiatives, and interactions with the mass media. Please join us to learn about resources and tips for adopting better science communication techniques throughout your career.…
Date: September 15, 2022

Health Statistics on the Web

The importance and relevance of health statistics in various contexts will be discussed. Participants will have the opportunity to become familiar with the features and scope of several statistics Internet resources through the use of numerous exercises.

By registering for this class, you are agreeing to the NNLM Code of Conduct

Musicians' Hearing Health

Noise-induced hearing loss is a preeminent concern among musicians, educators, and researchers worldwide. National health standards for tertiary institutions accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM) mandate that faculty, students, and staff be educated on hearing health fundamentals.  Similar standards exist in Texas for junior high and high school educators. This presentation will introduce noise-induced hearing loss, current standards, prevention measures and ways to integrate prevention methods in the music classroom.…
Date: September 14, 2022

R4 Connections. Racial microaggressions: Their effects on mental and physical health

Part of the R4 Connections Webinar Series. In this session, guest speaker Jaena Alabi will present a brief history of racial microaggressions research, focusing on the negative mental and physical health outcomes associated with experiencing subtle racism.  Strategies for mitigating the negative effects of racial microaggressions, such as incorporating cultural competence into one’s practice of librarianship, will also be shared.

Storytelling as a Public Health Strategy to Address Inequities in Maternal Health Outcomes

The session will discuss how storytelling, through Laboring with Hope, is being used to create programs and services from an ecological perspective. The session will integrate personal experiences and professional public health practices to provide evidence to support storytelling as a public health strategy for Black maternal health.

Speaker Bio: Dr. Nakeitra L. Burse, is the Owner/CEO of Six Dimensions, a certified woman…
Date: August 24, 2022

Caring for the Mind: Providing Mental Health Information at Your Library

Participants will learn about the best electronic resources to consult, as well as ways to improve their print collections. Best approaches for handling interactions with emotional patrons will also be discussed.

This class will increase participants' skills for providing mental health information for care providers and the public.

NLM resources covered in this class include MedlinePlus, Drug Information Portal, as well as other NIH and freely available authoritative resources. 

By registering for this class, you are agreeing to the…
Date: August 24, 2022

Living Library Project

The PBC Living Library, modeled after The Human Library, seeks to raise awareness to medical harm through oral storytelling practices. Unlike The Human Library model, The PBC Living Library is an anti-neutral space where individuals who experience health and healthcare disparities volunteer to be "Living Books". Living Books are "checked out" to "Readers", most of whom are current and future…
Date: August 23, 2022

Team Science: Increasing the Pipeline of Black, Indigenous, People of Color and Women Conducting Clinical Research

In this presentation Dr. Wiley will discuss the current state of Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) and women conducting clinical research and will outline the value of team science as a method of increasing opportunities and fostering collaborative projects.

By registering for this class, you are agreeing to the NNLM Code of Conduct

How Implicit Bias Affects Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare

Implicit bias is a natural survival instinct inherent in human beings. However, when implicit bias is not addressed in a healthcare setting, health disparities, gaps in care, and discrimination can occur in clinical settings. Algorithmic bias in healthcare still exists today, and as new technologies and digital innovations are introduced into the care continuum, leaders must acknowledge that many of the foundations the tools are built upon contain damaging bias that negatively impacts patient care. Taking deliberate steps to mitigate these biases…
Date: August 3, 2022