Resources

Health disparities

CRC Press in March published “The Health of South Asians in the United States: An Evidence-based Guide for Policy and Program Development.” Edited by APHA member Memoona Hasnain, MD, MHPE, PhD, in addition to Punam Parikh, MPH, and Nitasha Chaudhary Nagaraj, DrPH, MPH, the book looks at health disparities facing South Asian Americans. For more information, visit www.crcpress.com.

Population health

The Public Health Foundation in March published “Solving Public Health Problems Through Collaboration.” Edited by APHA member Leslie Beitsch, MD, JD; Ron Bialek, MPP; and John Moran, PhD, MBA, MS, the book features insights from more than 50 population health experts. For more information, visit www.bookstore.phf.org.

Accessibility

The United Spinal Association in March published the “Accessible Air Travel Guide” for wheelchair users and other people with disabilities. The booklet offers such travelers information for safe, low-hassle flights. For more information, visit www.unitedspinal.org.

Orthopedic surgery

The American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society in March released a three-part series, “How to Prepare for Orthopaedic Foot or Ankle Surgery.” The series provides tips for people undergoing orthopedic foot or ankle surgery, such as items to pack for a hospital stay and what to expect during home recovery. For more information, visit www.footcaremd.org.

Orthopedics

The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons in March released the 12th edition of “Orthopaedic Knowledge Update.” The guide offers the latest research and clinical information on general and specialty orthopedics. It is available in print and e-book formats. For more information, visit www.aaos.org/OKU.

Drug treatment

The National Institute on Drug Abuse in March released several resources for workers in the criminal justice system and similar environments who interact with people recovering from drug misuse. The resources include the Drugs and Brain Wallet Card, a small tipsheet on the risk of overdose upon relapse; The Science of Drug Use: Discussion Points; an online language guide for workers in drug education environments; Easy-to-Read Drug Facts, a series of printable drug facts; and the Criminal Justice Toolkit, featuring relevant statistics and links to information on juveniles in the justice system. For more information, visit www.drugabuse.gov.

Vaccination

The Immunization Action Coalition in April released an updated version of the Vaccine Handbook App, featuring the latest edition of the Vaccine Handbook. The guide is a comprehensive source of vaccine information for providers and educators in private and public sectors. The app is available for iPhone and iPad users. For more information, visit www.immunize.org.

Adolescent health

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office of Adolescent Health in April released a video as part of its Adolescent Health: Think, Act, Grow campaign. “The Power of the Adolescent Brain,” looks at research on adolescent brain development and its effect on learning, health and behavior. The video is part of the TAG Talks series, co-sponsored by the Office of Adolescent Health and the Interagency Working Group on Youth Programs. For more information, visit www.hhs.gov/ash/oah.

Nutrition

The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics in March published the second edition of “Expect the Best, Your Guide to Healthy Eating Before, During, and After Pregnancy.” The book offers recommendations on proper nutrition and physical activity for pregnant women and those who are planning to become pregnant. For more information, visit www.eatright.org.

Health sciences

Wiley in April launched an open-access journal, “Health Science Reports.” The journal features a broad collection of peer-reviewed research on medical and clinical sciences. For more information, visit www.healthsciencereports.org.

Dietary supplements

The Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences’ Consortium for Health and Military Performance in April launched the Operation Supplement Safety website. The resource provides information on dietary supplement safety for Department of Defense personnel and their families. For more information, visit www.opss.org.

Drug safety

The Colorado Department of Human Services’ Office of Behavioral Health in April launched the “Speak Now Colorado” campaign to help parents curb underage alcohol, marijuana and other drug use. The campaign website offers recommendations and resources for parents of children ages 9-20. For more information, visit http://www.speaknowcolorado.org.

Veteran health

Cornell University Press in April published “The Battle for Veterans’ Healthcare: Dispatches from the Frontlines of Policy Making and Patient Care.” Authored by Suzanne Gordon, the book features various accounts on the state and future of the Veterans Health Administration. For more information, visit www.cornellpress.cornell.edu.

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