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tarix | 11.06.2018 | ölçüsü | 479 b. | | #47954 |
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After viewing this session, attendees will: After viewing this session, attendees will: Understand new approaches to finding information about drugs, genetics, toxicology and environmental concerns Gain knowledge of high-quality information portals to answer difficult questions from the public Know simple strategies to help library users search for and find articles in PubMed
When you need more than MedlinePlus When you need more than MedlinePlus NIH Research Institutes & Centers Drug Information Portal Genetics information for the non-scientist Answering toxicology and environmental questions When the public wants PubMed
Scenarios: “Beyond the norm” questions A matter of: Expertise comfort zone Knowledge of resources
User knows about topic already, and asks for in-depth current research and publications.
27 potential excellent resources for consumers 27 potential excellent resources for consumers Valuable resources only if you know about them Become knowledgeable about NIH Institutes before you get questions: - “Do you have a book on Marfan Syndrome?”
- “Necesito información sobre la enfermedad celíaca, por favor.”
If I take this medication, will it be present in my breast milk? If I take this medication, will it be present in my breast milk? If so, is it harmful to the baby? How long should I wait after taking the medication before it’s safe to breastfeed?
Library user approaches with this information: Library user approaches with this information: “My husband’s daughter from first marriage had galactosemia when she was born and almost died. It’s some sort of genetic condition. “ - “We want to have children; will they also have galactosemia?”
- “What is genetics testing? Is there a test I can take?”
User-friendly information User-friendly information Covers genetic conditions Provides summaries of genes and chromosomes 212-page “Understanding Genetics Handbook”
Concern about the environment is growing Concern about the environment is growing Questions about hazardous or toxic substances are more common Resources available for all ages and levels of interest - TOXNET
- Tox Town
- ToxMystery
Actual questions: Actual questions: “What can beta-carotene dissolve in that is safe to give to plants? I tried dissolving it in water, but it didn’t work.” “What is the molecular weight of ammonia?” “Is sunscreen absorbed into the skin, or does it work by creating a barrier on top of the skin?”
Search TOXNET, click on HSDB result Search TOXNET, click on HSDB result - check the Chemical/Physical Properties section for the question about solubility and molecular weight
- check the Metabolism/Pharmacokinetics section for the skin absorption properties of sunscreen
- use HSDB for detailed information about chemicals, ingredients, drugs
Great resource for librarians and teachers Great resource for librarians and teachers Less technical than resources in TOXNET databases User-friendly interface Toxins in common places and locations Health dangers following disasters
Library user explains that she has asthma, and requests information about air quality: “Why are ozone levels always worse in the summer, and what is PM 2.5, anyway?”
Look for ozone under the Chemicals tab Look for ozone under the Chemicals tab - you will find basic information and links to MedlinePlus.gov, EPA.gov, and other resources
Search for PM 2.5 using the search box
Designed for 7- to 10-year-old children Designed for 7- to 10-year-old children They may not have specific questions Fun, interactive site to help them learn about hazardous substances in the house Resources for parents and teachers, too
Free, web-based access to NLM’s database of citations and abstracts in medicine, nursing, dentistry, veterinary medicine, health care systems, and more Free, web-based access to NLM’s database of citations and abstracts in medicine, nursing, dentistry, veterinary medicine, health care systems, and more Links to many sites with full-text articles Journal subsets such as Consumer Health Topic subsets such as Complementary Medicine MEDLINE ≠ MedlinePlus!
User heard about a study on iPods and pacemakers User heard about a study on iPods and pacemakers Published in Heart Rhythm, April 2008 issue Dr. Charles Berul listed as senior investigator for the study Contradicts a study from May 2007 User hopes to find the two articles – where do you look?
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