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An AIDS information center.

B P Doughty, L R Russell

    Medical Reference Services Quarterly
    |January 4, 1990
    PubMed
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    Busy healthcare professionals can now access AIDS information easily through a specialized information center. The University of Alabama

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    Area of Science:

    • Health Sciences Information Management
    • Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) Research
    • Medical Library Services

    Background:

    • Healthcare professionals face an overwhelming volume of Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) literature.
    • Efficient access to current AIDS information is crucial for clinical practice and research.
    • Existing information retrieval methods may not adequately address the needs of busy medical teams.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe the development and organization of a current awareness information center focused on Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS).
    • To provide easily accessible resources for healthcare professionals seeking AIDS-related information.
    • To highlight the strategic planning involved in creating a specialized medical library service.

    Main Methods:

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    • Establishment of a dedicated information center within the Health Sciences Library at the University of Alabama.
    • Curating a collection including books, audiovisuals, and journal articles.
    • Prioritizing access to subscribed journals and those granting blanket photocopy permission for efficient information dissemination.

    Main Results:

    • A functional information center providing accessible AIDS-related materials has been established.
    • The center facilitates easy access for patrons, streamlining information retrieval.
    • Emphasis on journal articles ensures access to the latest research and clinical updates.

    Conclusions:

    • Specialized information centers can effectively address the current awareness needs of healthcare professionals regarding Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS).
    • Strategic organization and resource prioritization enhance the accessibility and utility of medical library services.
    • This model provides a framework for developing similar information services in other specialized medical fields.