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Join Us for a Book Discussion from August 1 – October 31, 2024. We will explore "You Just Need to Lose Weight" And 19 Other Myths About Fat People by Aubrey Gordon.

  • 1.  Join Us for a Book Discussion from August 1 – October 31, 2024. We will explore "You Just Need to Lose Weight" And 19 Other Myths About Fat People by Aubrey Gordon.

    Posted Jun 12, 2024 08:47 AM
    We invite you to join us for the NNLM Book Discussion from August 1 – October 31, 2024. We will explore "You Just Need to Lose Weight" And 19 Other Myths About Fat People by Aubrey Gordon.
    About the Book: In "You Just Need to Lose Weight," Aubrey Gordon dismantles the pervasive myths about fatness with compelling facts and figures. Leveraging her extensive experience in community organizing and training, Gordon shares effective rhetorical strategies to challenge and overcome anti-fat bias.
    Why Join the NNLM Book Discussion?
    • Flexible Participation: Acquire the book in your preferred format and join the discussion anytime during the three months.
    • Earn CE Credit: The NNLM Book Discussion provides a unique opportunity to earn Continuing Education Credit while gaining valuable insights into health information access issues.
    • Professional Growth: Enhance your ability to serve your community by exploring relevant topics with other professionals.
    Discussion Focus: We will concentrate on two pivotal questions:
    1. How can you use what you learned to improve services to patrons or the community you serve?
    2. How will you use what you learned to enhance your services to your patrons or community in the future?
    Objectives:
    • Expanding the awareness and understanding of health issues among librarians, health professionals, and public health workers will increase health equity.
    • Improve information access by exploring health resources from the NLM, NIH, and other organizations related to the topic.
    Take advantage of this chance to engage with important topics, earn CE credit, and make a meaningful difference in your community. We look forward to your participation and the insights you'll bring to the discussion!
    Your Hosts will be Bobbi Newman R6 and Margie Sheppard R4. Please contact Bobbi with any questions bobbi-newman@uiowa.edu. 
    Register Here.


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    Bobbi Newman, MLIS, MA
    she/her/hers
    Community Engagement and Outreach Specialist, Network of the National Library of Medicine (NNLM) Region 6
    Wellness Ambassador, Senior Librarian, University of Iowa
    bobbi-newman@uiowa.edu
    Author: Fostering Wellness in the Workplace: A Guide for Libraries
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