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HINARI provides password access to which type of information?
HINARI provides password access to which type of information?
- Financial reports and stock market analysis.
- Full-text journal articles, reports, and reference materials related to health. (correct)
- Legal documents and international treaties.
- Software licenses and IT support documentation.
If a user is interested in disciplines beyond health information within HINARI, where should they navigate?
If a user is interested in disciplines beyond health information within HINARI, where should they navigate?
- The 'Advanced Search' function. (correct)
- The 'Basic Search' function.
- The 'Contact Us' page for specialized assistance.
- The 'Frequently Asked Questions' section.
The National Library of Medicine (NLM) is a part of which organization?
The National Library of Medicine (NLM) is a part of which organization?
- The World Health Organization (WHO).
- The National Science Foundation (NSF).
- The National Institutes of Health (USA). (correct)
- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Which of the following is NOT a database covered by the National Library of Medicine (NLM)?
Which of the following is NOT a database covered by the National Library of Medicine (NLM)?
What is the primary focus of MEDLINE, accessible through PubMed?
What is the primary focus of MEDLINE, accessible through PubMed?
Approximately how many new references are added to PubMed each year?
Approximately how many new references are added to PubMed each year?
Besides English, approximately how many other languages are represented in the articles indexed in PubMed?
Besides English, approximately how many other languages are represented in the articles indexed in PubMed?
A researcher needs articles about the effects of specific household chemicals on children's health. Which NLM database would be most helpful?
A researcher needs articles about the effects of specific household chemicals on children's health. Which NLM database would be most helpful?
When evaluating the quality of information found online, which of the following considerations is MOST important to assess the author's credibility?
When evaluating the quality of information found online, which of the following considerations is MOST important to assess the author's credibility?
Which of the following activities is LEAST likely to be part of the 'Review' stage in the information process for academic publications?
Which of the following activities is LEAST likely to be part of the 'Review' stage in the information process for academic publications?
Which of the following steps would be MOST effective in verifying the accuracy and completeness of information found in an online health- related article?
Which of the following steps would be MOST effective in verifying the accuracy and completeness of information found in an online health- related article?
An author is preparing to submit an article. According to the information process described, which venue is MOST directly involved in reviewing the submitted article for potential publication?
An author is preparing to submit an article. According to the information process described, which venue is MOST directly involved in reviewing the submitted article for potential publication?
A researcher is looking for freely accessible academic databases. Which combination of databases would BEST fulfill this requirement?
A researcher is looking for freely accessible academic databases. Which combination of databases would BEST fulfill this requirement?
What is the PRIMARY purpose of ORCID and Google Scholar IDs in the context of evaluating online information?
What is the PRIMARY purpose of ORCID and Google Scholar IDs in the context of evaluating online information?
Which of the following actions is LEAST relevant when assessing the currency of online health-related information?
Which of the following actions is LEAST relevant when assessing the currency of online health-related information?
When evaluating information, recognizing potential bias is crucial. Which scenario BEST exemplifies bias in health-related online content?
When evaluating information, recognizing potential bias is crucial. Which scenario BEST exemplifies bias in health-related online content?
What is a primary characteristic of open access articles that distinguishes them from subscription-based articles?
What is a primary characteristic of open access articles that distinguishes them from subscription-based articles?
A researcher is unable to access an article through their institutional subscription. What is a practical initial step they could take to potentially gain access without paying?
A researcher is unable to access an article through their institutional subscription. What is a practical initial step they could take to potentially gain access without paying?
What is the function of a browser extension like Unpaywall in the context of accessing research articles?
What is the function of a browser extension like Unpaywall in the context of accessing research articles?
If a researcher discovers an article of interest is behind a paywall and Unpaywall doesn't find an open access version, what would be a strategic next step, assuming their institution lacks a subscription?
If a researcher discovers an article of interest is behind a paywall and Unpaywall doesn't find an open access version, what would be a strategic next step, assuming their institution lacks a subscription?
How does accessing an author-archived copy of a paper differ from accessing a paper through a journal subscription?
How does accessing an author-archived copy of a paper differ from accessing a paper through a journal subscription?
Which scenario best describes a situation where a researcher might utilize their institutional credentials to access an article?
Which scenario best describes a situation where a researcher might utilize their institutional credentials to access an article?
A researcher needs to access a specific article but cannot find it through PubMed, Unpaywall, or their institution's subscriptions. What should the researcher do?
A researcher needs to access a specific article but cannot find it through PubMed, Unpaywall, or their institution's subscriptions. What should the researcher do?
What is the key difference in how you would access a research article as an 'authenticated user' versus accessing it as a 'free open access' article?
What is the key difference in how you would access a research article as an 'authenticated user' versus accessing it as a 'free open access' article?
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Articles
Articles
Scholarly papers written by researchers or experts in a specific field.
Databases
Databases
Organized collections of research articles and other scholarly materials.
Information Process
Information Process
A process where authors write, journals review, publishers publish, and readers consume information.
Author Evaluation
Author Evaluation
Checking the author's background and affiliations.
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Publisher
Publisher
The organization responsible for publishing the information.
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Accuracy Evaluation
Accuracy Evaluation
Determining if the information is accurate, complete, and objective.
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Bias Evaluation
Bias Evaluation
Identifying any influences or agendas in the presented information.
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Currency Evaluation
Currency Evaluation
Ensuring the information is up-to-date and relevant.
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HINARI
HINARI
Special password access to a wealth of health information, including full-text journal articles and reference material.
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Health Information Databases
Health Information Databases
A comprehensive collection of health information databases.
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HINARI Advanced Search
HINARI Advanced Search
An advanced search within HINARI allows exploration of disciplines beyond just health.
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National Library of Medicine (NLM)
National Library of Medicine (NLM)
The world's largest biomedical library.
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PubMed
PubMed
A database that offers free access to MEDLINE and the largest database in the fields of biomedical and life sciences.
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PubMed Scope
PubMed Scope
A database holding over 22 million citations and abstracts for biomedical literature.
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PubMed Updates
PubMed Updates
PubMed receives approximately 750,000 new biomedical references added each year.
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PubMed Language Coverage
PubMed Language Coverage
PubMed indexes articles mainly in English, as well as about 50 other languages.
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Open Access
Open Access
Research papers available without payment or sign-in.
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Authenticated access
Authenticated access
Access via your institution's subscription.
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Author-archived copy
Author-archived copy
Getting the paper from the author's website or sharing platform.
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Paid Access
Paid Access
Reading a paper after paying a fee.
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Corresponding author
Corresponding author
Contact them and ask for a copy.
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Unpaywall
Unpaywall
A browser extension that finds free, full-text versions of research papers.
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Browser Extension
Browser Extension
A plug-in for your browser that adds functions.
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- Understand the health information process
- Learn how to access online health information
- Identify useful online health information providers
Health Information Process
- Information equals processed data
- Relevant: it's up to the reader to only consider the needed info
- Reliable: verified
Structure of health information
- Databases contain journals; journals contain articles
- When typing in the library homepage's search box, multiple databases are searched
- Databases include books, ebooks, films, and other materials
- Databases are collections of sources that contain books, films, government documents, articles, and other types of sources
Information process
- Writing: The author puts ideas together
- Review: Journals, conferences, and editors review the written article, Accept/Reject
- Publication: Publishers and journals publish articles / libraries catalogue
- Reading: Authors and readers gain ideas
Evaluating Quality of Information from the Internet
- Authors: Consider who they are, their qualifications, and their affiliations. Look for identifiers like ORCID or Google Scholar ID
- Publisher: Find out who the publisher is and the organization's nature
- Accuracy: Information should be accurate and complete, with relevant warnings if applicable
- Bias (Influence): Consider any opinions or commercial influence
- Currency: Check dates on pages, updates, and publications, ensuring functional links
Accessing Health Related Articles
- Covers available academic databases and ways to access articles
Available Academic Databases
- Freely available for anyone worldwide, they include:
- Microsoft Academic
- The Lens: Comprehensive database, with scholarly works and patent documents
- Dimensions: Newer scholarly search database with analytic tools
- PubMed: Indexes high-quality health and life sciences journals, a first-line resource for medical researchers
Accessing Articles: Free Access
- Open access papers can be accessed without authentication or sign-in procedures
- Access occurs when the paper is published in an open-access journal, or is available in an open access format
- Authenticated users can access papers published in subscription journals with institutional or access initiative access through proper credentials
- An author-archived copy may be on the author's personal website or a research-sharing platform, like Mendeley
Accessing Articles: Paid Access
- Involves paying a fee, usually $10 to $20 USD, to read the paper
- Seeking assistance is recommended from a librarian to find any kind of authentication
- Writing to the corresponding article author is recommended to request the full text if institutional access is unavailable
- Unpaywall can be used to see if there is an open access version of the text
Unpaywall Website
- A browser extension tool that points out full text or open access versions of research papers
- Functions as a plug-in that adds features and functions to a browser
- Used by researchers around the world
Sources of Health Information
- Search engines
- Portals
- Free databases and journals
- Organizations
Search Engines
- A software system designed to carry out web searches
- Google: http://www.google.com
- Google Scholar: http://scholar.google.com/
Portals
- Collections of links to websites arranged by subject
- Diseases, Disorder and Related Topics: https://www.questia.com/library/science-and-technology/health-and-medicine/diseases-and-disorders
- General health topics: https://www.who.int/health-topics
Free Databases and Journals
- PubMed: Biomedical information with over 16 million items; https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/
- HighWire Press: http://highwire.stanford.edu/lists/freeart.dtl
- Popline (health): http://www.popline.org/
- ERIC (education): http://www.eric.ed.gov/
Useful Organizations
- United Nations: http://www.un.org/
- World Health Organisation: Research Tools at http://www.who.int/research/
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: http://www.cdc.gov/
- National Library of Medicine: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/
HINARI
- Health Inter-Network Access to Research Initiative
- HINARI Access to Research in Health Programme was established by the World Health Organization and major publishers to enable developing countries to access collections of biomedical and health literature
- Password access to health information – full text journal articles, reports, reference materials
Common Health Information Databases
- HINARI
- National Library of Medicine (USA)
PubMed Scope and Content
- www.pubmed.gov; A database offering free access to MEDLINE
- Contains over 22 million citations and abstracts for biomedical literature from more than 5,500 journals
- Adds ~750,000 new references each year
- Citations date back to the 1950s
- Mainly articles in English, but also includes articles in about 50 other languages
Accessing PubMed Directly
- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/
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