Health Information

Development projects and governments around the world are working to get critical health information into the hands of those who need it most. What if there was a sustainable community institution that could partner with NGOs and governments to provide community health information long after project funding ends? Libraries in Nepal, and in other developing countries are already fulfilling this need by providing health information and services in direct response to their community’s needs.

How libraries can help improve public health

How libraries can help improve public health

What Beyond Access Learned about Access to Information in Uganda

What Beyond Access Learned about Access to Information in Uganda

Library Innovator Spotlight: Daniel Ahimbisibwe

Library Innovator Spotlight: Daniel Ahimbisibwe

Public libraries and women’s empowerment: Stories from around the world

Public libraries and women’s empowerment: Stories from around the world

The role of libraries in the fight against HIV/AIDS: Are you all in?

The role of libraries in the fight against HIV/AIDS: Are you all in?

Romanian Cancer Patients Find Support at Libraries

Romanian Cancer Patients Find Support at Libraries

Every year, 98,000 Romanians are diagnosed with cancer, but there is little awareness of the extensive needs of patients in many communities. Romanian libraries have started serving as resource centers with reliable information for patients, caregivers, and medical professionals. Librarians are able to cultivate community through support groups, improve knowledge of cancer-related topics and help patrons talk with their medical providers.
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