ORS News2Use Archives

The ORS News2Use newsletter is published quarterly by the Office of Research Services (ORS), providing pertinent information and updates about ORS services to the NIH community.
Summer 2018

I am ORS Summer 2018

​The Office of Research Services (ORS) is comprised of a diverse portfolio of services that support the NIH mission. In this section — I AM ORS, we showcase the exceptional employees behind these vital programs.

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U.S. Surgeon General Takes the Stairs at NIH for New Campaign

The 20th Surgeon General of the United States, Jerome M. Adams, M.D., M.P.H., visited NIH August 1, to walk down 15 flights of stairs in support of the Take the Stairs Campaign and enjoy inspiring artwork recently installed in a Building 10 stairwell.

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Successful 2018 NIH Safety, Health and Wellness Day

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NIH to Celebrate Car Free Day September 21

On Friday, September 21st and 22nd, the NIH will celebrate Car Free Day with the Washington Metropolitan Council of Governments (WMCOG).

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Feds Feed Families 2018 Campaign

NHGRI staff show creativity with their entry for the Feds Feed Families “Food Fight” competition.
NHGRI staff show creativity with their entry for the Feds Feed Families “Food Fight” competition.

NIH has kicked off its annual food drive to fight hunger, “Feds Feed Families”. After collecting a record 90,000 pounds of food donations in 2017, NIH is ready to again make a difference for individuals and families in our local communities.

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Pedestrian Entrance Closing September 30, 2018

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Monthly Survey Forms - New Policy from Radiation Safety

DRS is launching a new policy to improve our tracking of Monthly Surveys for posted labs using/storing radioactive material. 

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NIH Library Resources, Services and Events

​August is often a time for vacations and taking some relaxing days off. However, the NIH Library is not taking it slow this month, with the release of new resources and services and three planned events.

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Foil the Flu 2018-2019

​The annual influenza vaccine clinic sponsored by the NIH Office of Research Services and the Clinical Center will begin offering flu vaccinations on October 2, 2018

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Nominees Sought for 2018 NIH “Mission First, Safety Always” Award

The award showcases personnel who have demonstrated leadership, innovation and involvement in their organization’s safety culture and promoted safety in the workplace.

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Fire Safety Tips for Barbecue Grills

With Labor Day cookouts approaching, the Division of the Fire Marshal, Office of Research Services, would like to share a few tips that will make using your barbecue grill a fire-safe and enjoyable experience.

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DIS Check-In Provides Opportunity for Scientists to Build a Community and Network

The DIS Monday morning “Check-Ins” are an integral part of the onboarding process for non-FTE foreign nationals.

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Safety Talkback for the Workplace

​Do you have ideas for improving Occupational Health and Safety at your Office, Institute, Center or throughout the NIH?

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Celebrate National Yoga Month This September

DATS, in partnership with the R&W Fitness Center, will offer free yoga-related events in the month of September including sunrise yoga classes, a webinar related to lower back pain, a chair yoga videocast, and more.

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USCIS Has Recently Released Two New Policy Memorandums

The impact and consequences of these changes are currently unknown.

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Safety at a Glance!

​The Division of Occupational Health and Safety (DOHS) provides a safe and healthy work environment for employees, patients and visitors.

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