Resources: December 2009/January 2010
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## Chemical exposures resources

APHA in November announced the release of two new resources. “ATSDR: Safeguarding Communities from Chemical Exposures” provides policy-makers, public health professionals and others a clear overview of the work of the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry. Another new APHA resource, “Protecting America’s Health: Federal Chemical Safety System” features information about the complex federal system in place to protect Americans from chemical exposures. The resources are available online at [www.apha.org/eph](http://www.apha.org/eph).

## Primary care and community health journal

International publisher Sage in November announced the launch of “Journal of Primary Care & Community Health.” To debut in January, the new quarterly, peer-reviewed publication will be dedicated to the study, practice, impact and outcomes of primary care services and community health programs. For more information, visit [http://jpc.sagepub.com](http://jpc.sagepub.com).

## Diseases book series

Oxford University Press Inc. in December announced the release of its new “Biographies of Diseases” series. Edited by William and Helen Bynum, each individual volume tells the story of a particular disease or condition throughout history in terms of the growing medical understanding of its nature and cure, as well as shifting social and cultural attitudes. For more information, visit [www.oup.com/us](http://www.oup.com/us).

## Insect repellents Web page

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in October announced the launch of a new Web page containing product information on certain skin-applied insect repellents. The Web page, at [www.epa.gov/pesticides/health/mosquitoes/insectrp.htm](http://www.epa.gov/pesticides/health/mosquitoes/insectrp.htm), provides information on registered insect repellents and their effectiveness claims in a user-friendly format.

## Heart-healthy cookbook

The National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute of the National Institutes of Health in November announced the publication of “Keep the Beat Recipes: Deliciously Healthy Dinners.” The new cookbook features 75 simple, heart-healthy recipes influenced by Asian, Hispanic, Mediterranean and American cuisine. The book is available for purchase at [http://emall.nhlbihin.net](http://emall.nhlbihin.net).

## H1N1 fact sheets

The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration in November issued “common sense” fact sheets that employers and workers can use to promote safety during the current H1N1 influenza outbreak. The fact sheets, which are updated with new information regularly, are at [www.osha.gov/h1n1](http://www.osha.gov/h1n1).

## Women in science resource

The National Institutes of Health in November announced the publication of a new book showcasing the achievements of some of NIH’s accomplished women. “Women in Science at the National Institutes of Health 2007–2008” is intended to inspire a diversity of girls and boys and women and men to enter or continue in science careers. Download an electronic copy or order a hard copy at [http://orwh.od.nih.gov](http://orwh.od.nih.gov).

## Health care guide

Health Advocate in October announced the launch of “The Healthcare Survival Guide.” Written by the organization’s co-founders, Martin Rosen and Abbie Leibowitz, MD, the book is intended to make it easier for readers to understand and navigate the health care system and is available as a free download at [www.healthcaresurvivalguide.com](http://www.healthcaresurvivalguide.com).

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