Health communication
Jossey-Bass in November published the second edition of “Health Communication: From Theory to Practice.” Authored by APHA member Renata Schiavo, PhD, MA, a senior lecturer at Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health, the book addresses topics such as cultural competence and health equity in creating and implementing health communication interventions. For more information, visit www.josseybass.com.
Substance abuse
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration in August published its “Opioid Overdose Toolkit.” The toolkit is a resource for health professionals who provide drug abuse treatment and those who want methods to prevent or reduce opioid addiction in their communities. For more information, visit http://store.samhsa.gov.
Air quality
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in October released three new informational videos on air quality and energy efficiency. The videos “Clean Up the Mold” and “Don’t Smoke in the House” address how the presence of mold and cigarette smoke can trigger asthma. The “Don’t Smoke in the House” video is also available in Spanish. The third video, “Brighten up your Budget with Light Bulbs,” addresses how energy-efficient light bulbs can help people save money on energy bills. For more information, visit www.epa.gov.
Women’s health
The American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy in November released the Women’s Health Curriculum and Toolkit. The curriculum and toolkit, published in partnership with the Food and Drug Administration’s Office of Women’s Health, features information about the skills and knowledge that future pharmacists will need in addressing women’s health issues. For more information, visit www.aacp.org/RESOURCES/EDUCATION/WHC/Pages/default.aspx.
Nursing
Oxford University Press in January published “Integrative Nursing.” Authored by Mary Koithan, PhD, RN-C, and Mary Jo Kreitzer, PhD, RN, FAAN, the book addresses the foundations of integrative nursing, the management of health issues, such as depression and stress, and examples of integrative nursing in practice. For more information, visit www.oup.com.
Senior health
The Joint Commission in November published “What You Should Know about Memory Problems and Dementia.” The brochure, part of the commission’s Speak Up initiative, offers advice on topics such as expectations at doctor visits regarding memory issues and the ways family and friends can help someone with a dementia diagnosis. For more information, visit www.jointcommission.org/speakup.aspx.
Mental health
Omnigraphics in October published “Mental Health Information for Teens, Fourth Edition.” The book addresses topics such as personality and psychotic disorders, mental wellness in teens and mood and anxiety disorders. For more information, visit www.omnigraphics.com
Memory issues
The Alzheimer’s Association in March released the 2013 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures infographic. The infographic features updated data, including that the degenerative brain disease will cost the nation $1.2 trillion by 2050. For more information, visit http://www.alz.org/documents_custom/ff_infographic_2013.pdf.
Respiratory health
Omnigraphics in September published “Respiratory Disorders Sourcebook, Third Edition.” The book addresses topics such as pediatric respiratory disorders, diagnosis, treatment and living with chronic respiratory issues. For more information, visit www.omnigraphics.com.
Equal rights
Oxford University Press in January published “Disability and Equity at Work.” Authored by Jody Heymann, MD, PhD, MPP; Gonzalo Moreno, PhD; and Michael Ashley Stein, PhD, JD, the book addresses the ways the workforce playing field can be leveled for people with disabilities. For more information, visit www.oup.com.
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