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The mission of NNLM is to advance the progress of medicine and improve public health by providing U.S. health professionals with equal access to biomedical information and improving individuals' access to information to enable them to make informed decisions about their health.

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Membership

NNLM member organizations provide health professionals and the general public with health information resources and services. If your organization is providing health information resources or services, please consider joining our Network!

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Project Funding

NNLM offers funding for projects that improve access to health information, increase engagement with research and data, expand professional knowledge, and promote awareness and use of NLM resources in local communities.

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Upcoming Classes

July 16, 2026 - June 17, 2027

Test event

Need access to trusted journals, e-books, and databases to support your work?

Join us to learn how to effectively use the Public Health Digital Library (PHDL) to search and access full-text journal articles and other helpful resources to support evidence-based public health practice.

August 28, 2026 - August 29, 2026

Effective Health Communication and Health Literacy: Understanding the Connection

This 1 hour webinar introduces the concepts of health literacy and health communication. Learn how to be more effective in providing health information to consumers, patients, clients, library patrons or your community.

September 24, 2026

Getting Started with the PHDL

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Resources

NNLM offers a variety of online, on-demand and in-person training opportunities to support professional development and continuing education for librarians, educators, and health professionals.

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