Vocabularies have increased in the past few weeks, with terms such as “coronavirus,” “COVID-19,” and “social distancing” becoming commonplace in the lexicon. If you have wondered what all these terms…
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Need something for you, your kids or teens to read, listen to, or watch during the Coronavirus shelter in place order? TumbleBooks, Inc., a Canadian based company, has generously opened…
Did you know high blood pressure is the second leading cause of kidney failure in the U.S.? Chronic kidney disease is a serious condition that increases your chances of having…
We recently caught up with one of our community partners and friends, Jonda Cvek, to talk about her experience as a first-time patron of Herrick Library. A Santee resident and…
Below is a listing of our featured titles for this quarter ranging across a variety of health topics. For more information on titles that interest you, search our online catalog…
Alzheimer’s San Diego: 6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m. 1st & 3rd Tuesday of the month. Caregiver support and discussion group. Please call the group leader to confirm the meeting and find out…
Headaches are one of the most common disorders of the nervous system. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), about half of adults have had a headache in the last…
As you walk through the library, stop halfway back at the rotating wooden kiosk. Here you will find 22 health and wellness newsletters from some of the leading education and…
Some of our community’s wonderful organizations offer free health fairs in the area. They provide health screenings and learning opportunities, as well as highlight the many resources and services that…
We recently sat down with Diane Mayorga, a San Carlos resident and regular patron at Herrick Library, to find out what inspires her to live well. At 67 years young,…
