Health Sciences Interest Group (ACRL - Association of College and Research Libraries) Community

This interest group provides an opportunity for academic librarians with health sciences responsibilities to have a place in ACRL to network, share information, ask questions, and work on special projects relevant to the academic health sciences. The group also works to promote interest in the health sciences to potential and current academic librarians and to improve information literacy specifically in the area of the health sciences. Please join our listserv at: http://groups.google.com/group/acrl-health-science-interest-group
PostMedical Records Resources at the National Library of Medicine® (NLM®)
by Cynthia Burke on Mon, 11/09/2009 - 11:58amThe National Library of Medicine (NLM) responds to more than 100,000 questions each year. Regularly asked questions become Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs). NLM Reference and Consumer Health FAQs are at http://www.nlm.nih.gov/services/faqref.html . We review and update our FAQs frequently. FAQs often include national and international government agencies and non-profit organizations. One of our FAQs is about getting a copy of your medical records and medical records privacy.
PostMedical Devices, Medical Supplies & Assistive Devices Information Resources at the National Library of Medicine® (NLM®)
by Cynthia Burke on Wed, 11/04/2009 - 2:03pmThe National Library of Medicine (NLM) responds to more than 100,000 questions each year. Regularly asked questions become Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs). NLM Reference and Consumer Health FAQs are at http://www.nlm.nih.gov/services/faqref.html . We review and update our FAQs frequently. FAQs often include national and international government agencies and non-profit organizations. NLM is often asked the question, Where can I find information about medical devices, medical supplies and assistive devices?
PostLab and Diagnostic Tests Information Resources at the National Library of Medicine® (NLM®)
by Cynthia Burke on Mon, 11/02/2009 - 12:28pmThe National Library of Medicine (NLM) responds to more than 100,000 questions each year. Regularly asked questions become Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs). NLM Reference and Consumer Health FAQs are at http://www.nlm.nih.gov/services/faqref.html . We review and update our FAQs frequently. FAQs often include national and international government agencies and non-profit organizations. If you have asked, Where can I find information about lab or diagnostic tests? go to “ FAQ: Lab and Diagnostic Tests,” at http://www.nlm.nih.gov/services/labtest.html .
PostGenetics Information Resources at the National Library of Medicine® (NLM®)
by Cynthia Burke on Fri, 10/30/2009 - 11:56amThe National Library of Medicine (NLM) responds to more than 100,000 questions each year. Regularly asked questions become Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs). NLM Reference and Consumer Health FAQs are at http://www.nlm.nih.gov/services/faqref.html . We review and update our FAQs frequently. The FAQ resources often include national and international government agencies and non-profit organizations. Many people are concerned about genetics and genetics testing. Our FAQ, “Genetics Resources,” provides sources that you can use to answer your questions.
PostMedical Procedure Costs Resources at the National Library of Medicine® (NLM®)
by Cynthia Burke on Mon, 10/26/2009 - 1:02pmThe National Library of Medicine (NLM) responds to more than 100,000 questions each year. Regularly asked questions become Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs). NLM Reference and Consumer Health FAQs are at http://www.nlm.nih.gov/services/faqref.html. We review and update our FAQs frequently. The FAQ resources include national and international government agencies and non-profit organizations. Three of our FAQs are about health care costs. One is about the costs of medical procedures.
The FAQ: Medical Procedure Costs - By State, is at http://www.nlm.nih.gov/services/procedcosts.html .
Online DocProcedures/Operations Working Group Minutes
Last modified: October 20, 2009 - 10:30amHi All-
IGHS Procedures/Operations group recently met. Please see the attached meeting minutes.
-Carissa Tomlinson, Chair
Online DocProgramming/Events Task Force Meeting Minutes
Last modified: October 6, 2009 - 3:09pmHi Everyone,
I have attached the minutes of the Programming/Events Task Force meeting on September 30, 2009.
PostMidwinter IGHS Meeting- Change in Time
by Carissa Tomlinson on Tue, 10/06/2009 - 8:01amAfter some discussion with ACRL staff and polling you all, our meeting has been changed to Sunday, January 17th from 4-5:30. More information on agenda and location is to come.
Thanks for your support,
Carissa Tomlinson, IGHS
PostDrug Cost Information Resources at the National Library of Medicine® (NLM®)
by Cynthia Burke on Mon, 10/05/2009 - 1:17pmThe National Library of Medicine (NLM) responds to more than 100,000 questions each year. Regularly asked questions become Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs). NLM Reference and Consumer Health FAQs are at http://www.nlm.nih.gov/services/faqref.html. We review and update our FAQs frequently. The FAQ resources include national and international government agencies and non-profit organizations. Three of our FAQs are about health care costs. One is about the costs of prescription and over-the-counter drugs.
PostMidwinter Meeting Info
by Carissa Tomlinson on Thu, 09/24/2009 - 2:44pmHi All-
I just wanted to let you know that we will be meeting at Midwinter and would love for you to come. I have requested room space between 1:30 and 3:30 on Sunday, but I don't know our specific time or room. Please keep us in mind as you plan! Those who serve on working groups, it would be great if someone could give a report on what you've been working on. If no one from your working group will be attending, please send me an informal written report.



