Health on the Shelf: Meditative May
Adopt the pace of nature: Her secret is patienceRalph Waldo Emerson The warmer weather, the clearer skies, the birds singing, the abundant daylight - this time of year always seems…
National Library Week: Connect to your Health
I confess, I have a relative who asks me every time I see him, "how are all the books?" I try my best to remind him that while books are…
Health on the Shelf: Clean Eats
Spring is here . . Spring Cleaning . . . Clean Eating! What is clean eating? According to the Mayo Clinic, clean eating is eating foods that are as close…
Health on the Shelf: Self-Care during American Heart Month
The National Institute of Mental Health defines Self-Care as "taking the time to do things that help you live well and improve both your physical health and mental health." During…
Health on the Shelf: Thyroid Awareness
The Thyroid is often described as a butterfly-shaped gland at the base of your neck. I always liked that analogy. January is Thyroid Awareness Month. If you are struggling with…
Health on the Shelf: Academic Testing
Are you studying for an entrance or certification exam in the healthcare field? The library has study guides in the collection that can help you to prepare for your exam.…
Health on the Shelf: Behind the Medical Curtain
Medical dramas have always been popular shows to watch on TV or to stream. The Good Doctor, The Resident, and House are just a few examples. And I am sure…
Environmental Wellness
.Environmental wellness is a term established by the Center for Environmental Health in 1980. Having been established approximately 40 years ago, it is a relatively new concept. Environmental wellness refers…
Resources to Help Kids Deal with Anxiety in an Ever-Changing World
School is back in session, and the routine of day-to-day is back in swing. After a tumultuous 2020 school year, this one promises to be much smoother...or maybe not. With…
Tea and Wellness
Tea and wellness go hand in hand. We were very fortunate to visit Carlos at The Tea Lab in Lakewood, Ohio. Carlos shares both the benefits of how tea relates…
Crafting for Mental Health – Finding a Balance
When I started looking for scientific/medical resources espousing the mental health benefits of crafting, I found primarily anecdotal evidence. This anecdotal evidence was mostly about knitting and crocheting and some…
Health on the Shelf: Health Literacy
October is Health Literacy Month and highlights the importance of easy-to-understand reliable health information. Your library is an excellent resource for health information and can help you to take control…
Health on the Shelf: National Preparedness Month
When I was 13, I was at a softball game in late May playing out in left field. Suddenly, the game stopped and everyone looked towards the sky. Across the…
Health on the Shelf: Start with your Heart
If you are looking for ways to become healthier, you can always start with your heart. Don't wait until January to make New Year's resolutions, or February when hearts are…
Health on the Shelf: Epi-genetically Speaking
I always thought that your genes were sort of like your fingerprint -- you get what you get, and you cannot change it. While this may be basically true, the…
Health on the Shelf: Brain Books
Books on brains get our attention! This, of course, is especially true in the area of Health and Wellness. Following is a list of six beneficial brain books that examine…
Yoga is for Everyone!
Yoga is for kids, football players, ballerinas, moms, dads, and even grandparents! It's a wonderful way to stay healthy both physically and mentally, and it's also lots of fun! You…
STEAM Week: Healthy Breathing
Whenever I feel blue, I start breathing again. L. Frank Baum We all feel better when we take in a nice slow deep breath. We know it helps us to…
June is National Men’s Health Month
June is National Men's Health Month. The following is a selection of Hoopla ebooks and audiobooks on the subject of men's health and well being. Remember, Hoopla titles are always…
How To Stay Healthy from Home
Staying healthy from home can feel like a challenge, but you don't need fancy equipment: all you need is a library card! Here are resources from Hoopla including videos, ebooks,…
How To Make a Face Mask
There are many mask-making tutorials available on the internet, from blogs like this one to YouTube videos. There are people selling masks, making masks to donate, and reviewing different types…