| By Gale Staff | August 30 is National Grief Awareness Day, a day intended to recognize the enormous impact of loss, deepen our collective understanding of grief, and reduce stigma around grief and grieving. Because while grief is a universal human experience, it is deeply personal, and too often misunderstood or even stigmatized. This annual … Read more
A breast cancer diagnosis can leave even the most grounded person feeling overwhelmed. There’s medical terminology to decipher, treatment options to consider, and further testing to schedule—often before there’s time to fully process the diagnosis. Doctors and care teams lead the way in treatment decisions, but public libraries can help patrons make sense of new … Read more
| By Gale Staff | Public libraries are increasingly at the center of workforce development efforts in their communities helping students, job seekers, and career changers build the skills and confidence they need to succeed. Now, one of the most comprehensive tools in this mission has earned top honors: Gale Presents: Peterson’s Test and Career … Read more
| By Thorndike Staff | We’re excited to share that in September, Gale will be launching refreshed customer-facing websites, making it easier than ever to explore our products, find the information you need, and place orders. This update includes gale.com, gale.com/thorndike, and our international sites: gale.com/jp, gale.com/cn, gale.com/br, and gale.com/es. These redesigned sites will deliver … Read more
| By Gale Staff | Each month, people search for the term “breast cancer” more than 300,000 times. “Breast cancer symptoms” adds another 74,000 searches. The results, however, leave users stuck between extremes: dense, clinical pages that assume prior knowledge, or oversimplified content that omits key information. Public libraries can’t change the internet, but they … Read more
| By Gale Staff | From high-stakes exams to career planning, Gale Presents: Peterson’s Test and Career Prep equips students with trusted tools, expert guidance, and a clear path forward—building confidence, encouraging exploration, and helping them take meaningful steps toward the future. That’s why it continues to grow as a go-to resource for libraries supporting … Read more
| By Gale Staff | August is National Wellness Month, offering the perfect opportunity for libraries to spotlight health and self-care programming for aging adults. But developing consistent, high-quality programs can be a challenge—especially with limited staff time and shrinking budgets. That’s where Gale Presents: GetSetUp comes in. This online learning platform, designed specifically for … Read more
As informational hubs and community builders, public libraries can become champions of National Wellness Month. Held in August each year, National Wellness Month provides an opportunity for individuals to reflect on and prioritize their physical and mental well-being. Your library’s Gale Health and Wellness subscription can support National Wellness Month programming, from full-text medical journals … Read more
| By Gale Staff | Support Students and Their Families with the Teens’ Guide to College and Career Planning, Now Available in Gale Presents: Peterson’s Test and Career Prep Librarians play a pivotal role in guiding students and families through the often-overwhelming journey of post-high school planning. Now with the new Teens’ Guide to College … Read more
| By Chilton Staff | Ah, the dog days of summer, when getting in the car can mean grabbing scorching door handles and sliding into sizzling seats. Experts recommend rolling down windows and driving 10-20 seconds before starting the AC for best results. But what if there’s no AC? It can mean sweltering in your … Read more