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African American Health Abstract African American communities see diseases like cancer, diabetes, and heart disease affecting their friends and families every day. Free online resources from the National Library of Medicine and other reliable sources are available to help. This two hour class will provide participants with some basic health information as well as information specific to the African American community. The class is available hands-on or as an interactive presentation. 2 hours. Objectives By the end of the session participants will be able to: Successfully use MedlinePlus to find basic and African American health information Refer to a variety of resources, from NLM and other reputable organizations, for quality information Identify authoritative, unbiased and reliable health information resources when searching on your own Find resources for community outreach & funding Course Materials Continuing Education Instructors Middle Atlantic Region Lydia Collins , Consumer Health Coordinator ,
US Food and Drug Administration Recalls, Outbreaks & Emergencies Food recalls, safety alerts and advisories, outbreak investigations, and keeping food safe in emergencies. Foodborne Illness & Contaminants Preventing foodborne illness and info on pathogens, chemicals, pesticides, natural toxins, and metals. Ingredients, Packaging & Labeling Information about ingredients, additives, contact substances, GRAS, allergens, and nutrition labeling. Dietary Supplements Using dietary supplements and FDA's role in regulating supplement products and dietary ingredients. Food Defense FDA's role in helping reduce the risk of malicious, criminal, or terrorist actions on the food supply. Science & Research (Food) Biotechnology, laboratory methods and publications, research strategic plan, and research areas such as risk assessment and consumer behavior. Guidance & Regulation Guidance documents, FSMA, CGMPs, HACCP, facility registration, retail food protection, and import/export. Compliance & Enforcement International & Interagency Coordination
Adventures in Field Botany / Illustrated-Glossary Leaf Morphology: Phyllode/ Cladode: modifyed stems that act as leaves. Ensiform: leaves sharp edges, taper into a slender point (fern) Stellate: hairs come up like fingers. Peltate: "petiole joins to the center" in leaves. Glossary of Terms: WHORLED - more than two (2) opposite leaves. OPPOSITE - leaf nodes are on opposite sides of twig. ALTERNATE - leaf nodes alternate in pattern along branch. DECUSSATE - Arranged on a stem in opposite pairs at right angles to those above or below, resulting in vertical rows of leaves. PALMATE - consisting of leaflets or lobes radiating from the base of the leaf. CAPSULE - a hollow dry fruit with 3+ locules (chambers) Dehiscent = splits open to release the seed. Indehiscent: remaining closed, do not split open at maturity. Capsule Types- Dehiscent: Capsule breaks to release fruit Indehiscent: This is a drupe, no hard capsule that is made to split open A walnut is a drupe fruit. OVATE (ovoid) OBOVATE (obovoid) ELLIPTICAL Root Index Tuberous Roots: ex- Sweet Potato
Cuida Tu Salud Con Servicios En Línea Obtén información sobre el seguro médico en internet El seguro médico te protege contra los costos médicos altos y lo ofrecen las compañías de seguros médicos. La mayoría recibe su seguro médico de su empleador. Esta lección te presentará los recursos sobre seguro médico disponibles en internet. Paso 1: ¿Por qué necesito seguro médico? Paso 2: ¿Cuál es el mejor plan de seguro médico para ti? Paso 3: Infórmate Una vez que encuentres el plan de salud adecuado para tu familia, asegúrate de informarte antes de comprarlo. Paso 4: Ley de Cuidado de Salud Asequible (ACA) ¿Oíste hablar de la Ley de Cuidado de Salud Asequible (ACA)? Paso 5: ¿Necesitas más información? ¿Necesita asistencia adicional con esta lección? Haga clic aquí para bajar una copia de esta lección Las lecciones que aquí se publican son de naturaleza educativa y buscan únicamente ampliar el entendimiento de las oportunidades ofrecidas por internet. Encuentra centros de salud en internet Paso 3: ¡Muévete!
Shape Up America! Understanding Medical Words You Are Here: Understanding Medical Words: A Tutorial URL of this page: <span class="js-disabled-message">To use the sharing features on this page, please enable JavaScript. This tutorial teaches you about medical words. You will need Flash Player to view the programs. Download the Flash Player for free. Learn how you can download a version of the tutorial for use when no Internet connection is available. If you have questions about the tutorial, please contact NLM customer service at custserv@nlm.nih.gov.