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Public libraries frequently assist patrons with social determinants of health, but staff need more training and resources to effectively address community health needs.

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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Library Science
  • Community Engagement

Background:

  • Public libraries serve as accessible community hubs for education and engagement.
  • Library staff often assist patrons with unmet health and social needs, indicating a role in population health.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate public library staff interactions with patrons regarding social determinants of health.
  • To assess the preparedness of library staff to address patron health and social concerns.

Main Methods:

  • A 100-question web survey was administered to library directors in Pennsylvania (N=621).
  • Statistical comparisons and content analysis were used to analyze survey responses (N=262).

Main Results:

  • Library staff frequently help patrons with employment, nutrition, exercise, and social welfare benefits.
  • Nearly 12% of respondents reported witnessing a drug overdose in the past year.
  • Most staff felt inadequately trained to handle health and social issues, and programming did not meet patron needs.

Conclusions:

  • Public libraries present opportunities to improve population health through targeted programming.
  • Library staff require enhanced training, resources, and collaboration with health institutions.
  • Evidence-based public health programming in libraries can effectively address community needs.