National Eating Disorders Awareness Week
Posted on Friday, February 22, 2013 by PlaneTree_Center
From February 24 to March 2, the Santa Clara County Library District (SCCLD) is collaborating on a variety of activities for adults and young people– free presentations (one for adults and one for teens), an essay contest for middle and high school students, and informative in-library displays. Details are featured in February's PlaneTalk, the newsletter for PlaneTree Health Information Center. SCCLD is offering these events . . . more »
PlaneTree Health Information Center @ the Cupertino Library Each time we create a new issue of the PlaneTree Health Information Center newsletter, we're always curious to discover which topics will interest readers most. The most popular links are often ones in "News You Can Use," a recurring column highlighting news articles of practical value. The 2 run-away favorites in our January 2013 PlaneTalk link . . . 
PlaneTree Health Information Center @ the Cupertino Library After spending time with the junior members of my family, three new books in our collection caught my eye. Dad to Dad: Parenting like a Pro -- expert advice, guidance, and insight from a pediatrician-dad was published by the American Academy of Pediatrics and written by David L. Hill, M.D., a pediatrician and father. Though written . . . 
Do you have a dog or cat that's getting up in years? Here are a few books to help you extend your pet's longevity and maintain his or her joie de vivre. Caring for your Aging Cat and Caring for your Aging Dog, written by the same author, are organized similarly. Janice Borzendowski stresses the importance of proper nutrition, exercise, and routine . . . 
Getting together with friends and family during the holidays can be one of the season's greatest pleasures. However, if someone you'll be visiting is experiencing a difficult transition - unemployment, serious illness, or life without their mate of many years - you may not know how to respond. Should you mention their situation? If so, how? Should you offer to help? You'll find reassuring guidance . . .