Tracking for Health
69% of U.S. adults track a health indicator like weight, diet, exercise routine, or symptom. Of those, half track in their heads, one-third keep notes on paper, and one in five use technology to keep tabs on their health status.
Numbers, Facts and Trends Shaping Your World
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Other library links and news around the web
While we hope you’ve had a chance to read our new report on library services that just came out this week, there are some other great links out there that you should be sure to check out.
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Public Library Resources (Infographic)
How likely Americans say they would be to use the following resources at public libraries
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The surprising priorities of Egypt’s public
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Americans Doubt Leadership Changes in Middle East Will Be Good for U.S.
Two years after Arab Spring protests exploded in Egypt, few Americans say leadership changes in Middle East will be good for the U.S.
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New library services Americans say they would (or would not) use
We asked people whether they would use a variety of possible new activities and features at libraries. Our list was weighted towards services that are rooted in technology and allow more tech-related interactions with libraries and at them.
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The Tahrir Square Legacy: Egyptians Want Democracy, a Better Economy, and a Major Role for Islam
Two years after Egyptians first poured into Cairo’s Tahrir Square chanting “Down with Mubarak” the legacy of the Arab Spring remains uncertain. Polling since the uprising shows that Egyptians want democratic rights and institutions, a major role for Islam in political life, and an improved economy – a challenging set of demands for the new cadre of Egyptian leaders.
