Science agencies across the U.S. federal government announced the launch of the Spanish version of Science.gov - http://1.usa.gov/Qq433s.

Ciencia.Science.gov provides the same breadth and depth in science search as does Science.gov, covering over 200 million pages of authoritative U.S. government science information including research and development results from 17 organizations within 13 federal science agencies. Free access is provided to over 55 scientific databases and more than 2,100 selected scientific web sites. Integrating Microsoft’s Translator, Spanish-language queries to Ciencia.Science.gov initiate searches of U.S. databases and web sites with results appearing in Spanish. This represents an innovative use of existing commercial technology to broaden public access to federal science information.

In addition to offering expanded access to the Spanish-speaking public, Science.gov now includes new multimedia content and additional features to help users find the science information they need. For the first time, R&D video is available from the Department of Energy (DOE), MedlinePlus (NIH), the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, (NASA) and the National Science Foundation (NSF). Images from the Library of Congress have been added to the image search that is now integrated under a new multimedia tab on the results page. Search enhancements include visual representations of topical information in an easy-to-use touch and dial format.

The National Institutes of Health (NIH), Office of Research on Women’s Health (ORWH), has created the 52 Weeks for Women’s Health application as a guide for women interested in learning more about their health anytime and anywhere.

The app, available on the Android and IOS platforms, lists 52 alphabetical health topics, one for each week of the year. The application aims to promote healthy lifestyles by offering practical strategies for women to use each day.  The app also includes other features.

To learn more and to download the app, click here:  http://1.usa.gov/OFniYr

The Northwest Center for Public Health Practice has just released two new toolkits – Effective Adult Learning: A Toolkit for Teaching Adults and Effective Presentations: A Toolkit For Engaging an Audience.

“Effective Adult Learning” covers key topics, such as defining your audience, choosing the right instructional methods, facilitating effectively, and others. Included is in-depth instruction on how to write learning objectives and avoid common mistakes.

“Effective Adult Learning” includes tools and templates for developing training for adults. Highlighted boxes throughout the document provide more experienced teachers and trainers with a refresher on the topic.

“Effective Presentations” covers key topics, such as how to choose your material, how to tell a story, how to speak effectively, and how to make effective presentation slides. An accompanying PowerPoint slide set offers helpful diagrams and displays that can be easily customized for your presentation.

For more information and to download the toolkits, click here: http://bit.ly/Trb0Qy

October 15th is the the last day of Hispanic Heritage Month, and today Hispanic/Latinos will recognize the serious impact of HIV and AIDS in their communities. National Latino AIDS Awareness Day, (NLAAD) was established ten years ago by the Latino Commission on AIDS, the Hispanic Federation and other national organizations as a day dedicated to renew their commitment, reflect on the increasing impact of HIV/AIDS on the Latino community, and educate people about the importance of everyone knowing their HIV status through routine testing.

Remember that oral rapid HIV testing kits are now available for purchase from your local pharmacy, so you can test yourself (and loved ones) in the comfort of your own home.  Don’t delay – get tested today!

For more information on HIV & AIDS in both English and Spanish can visit the National Latino AIDS Awareness Day (NLAAD) website here: http://bit.ly/RZLvIJ or call 1-800-232-4636

Provides resources designed to support the planning, implementation, and evaluation of evidence-supported nutrition, physical activity and obesity prevention interventions.

The Center for Training and Research Translation (Center TRT) bridges the gap between research and practice and supports the efforts of public health practitioners working in nutrition, physical activity and obesity prevention by:

▪   Reviewing evidence of public health impact and disseminating population-level interventions;

▪   Designing and providing practice-relevant training both in-person and web-based;

▪   Addressing social determinants of health and health equity through training and translation efforts; and,

Providing guidance on evaluating policies and programs aimed at impacting healthy eating and physical activity.

The website features the tag line “Evidence-Based Public Health Just Got Easier” and provides 26 intervention strategies for physical activity, healthy eating and breastfeeding.

Check out the website here: http://bit.ly/WpzDBP

National Council for Community Behavioral Healthcare – A public education program that helps the public identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders.

Mental Health First Aid is offered in the form of an interactive 12-hour course that presents an overview of mental illness and substance use disorders in the U.S. and introduces participants to risk factors and warning signs of mental health problems, builds understanding of their impact, and overviews common treatments. Those who take the 12-hour course to certify as Mental Health First Aiders learn a 5-step action plan encompassing the skills, resources and knowledge to help an individual in crisis connect with appropriate professional, peer, social, and self-help care.

The 12-hour Mental Health First Aid USA course has benefited a variety of audiences and key professions, including: primary care professionals, employers and business leaders, faith communities, school personnel and educators, state police and corrections officers, nursing home staff, mental health authorities, state policymakers, volunteers, young people, families and the general public. See how you can get involved — find a 12-hour Mental Health First Aid course near you or learn how you can become a certified instructor to teach the 12-hour course in your community.

The website also features webinars as well as an archive of recordings if you missed past webinars.

Check out the website: http://bit.ly/T5jMZW

Find a course near you: http://bit.ly/R74UGu

The Suicide Prevention Resource Center (SPRC) has new downloadable information sheets for specific organizations and leadership roles now available. Roles in Suicide Prevention available here: http://bit.ly/WcsXH9

SAMHSA: New Bulletin report available for free download or order. Behavioral Health Issues Among Afghanistan and Iraq U.S. War Veterans available here: http://1.usa.gov/X1pavK

Promising Practices in Early Childhood Mental Health

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services  - Collects and presents site-specific case study models focused on children’s mental health initiatives. Available here: http://bit.ly/TcLxtS

Whitehouse:  Whitehouse: October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Find resources for teens, young adults, and parents with the White House’s new campaign, 1 is 2 Many.

In the last year, one in 10 teens have reported being physically hurt on purpose by a boyfriend or girlfriend. One in five young women have been sexually assaulted while they’re in college.

In response to these alarming statistics, Vice President Biden is focusing his longstanding commitment to reducing violence against women specifically on teens and young women ages 16-24. By targeting the importance of changing attitudes that lead to violence and educating the public on the realities of abuse, the Vice President is leading the way in an effort to stop violence against women before it begins.

On the 1 is 2 Many website you can find a PSA featuring the President, Vice President and other leaders as well as statistics and resources for help like the Dating Abuse Helpline (1-866-331-9474) or text “loveis” to 77054.

Visit 1 is 2 Many : http://1.usa.gov/SWYmOv

Visit Love is Respect: http://bit.ly/UVGFuA

October 15 – December 7 is when ALL people with Medicare can change their Medicare health plan and prescription drug coverage for 2013. Information on 2013 plans are now available as well as what’s new in 2013 like more covered preventive services like screening and counseling for depression, alcohol misuse, cardiovascular disease, obesity and more.  There even more help in prescription drug coverage.  If you reach the coverage gap (donut hole) in your Medicare prescriptions drug coverage (Part D), you’ll pay only 47.5% for covered brand-name drugs and 79% for generic.

To learn more visit the Medicare site: http://1.usa.gov/SQlIDG

Using Early Warning Indicators and Interventions to Help Rural Students Succeed in School

Sponsored by U.S. Department of Education

Oct 12, 2012     12:30 pm – 2:00pm CST

For more information: http://bit.ly/OYBiOr

The Unnatural History of Breasts: Industrial Chemicals, Breast Cancer, and Early Puberty

Sponsored by Alaska Community Action on Toxics: CHE-AK Call

October 24, 2012     12:00 noon CST

For more information: http://bit.ly/R44Hnn

Women and Cardiovascular Disease: Nurses Training Nurses.

Sponsored by Heartland Training Center for Women

October 26, 2012     12:30 pm – 1:30 pm CST

This webinar is not free, but has applied for 1 hr of CEU’s for Registered Nurses.

For more information: http://bit.ly/OYB0Hn