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Digital information evolution: the AIDS Library experience.

A Fraser1, J B Pierce, R Scipio

  • 1AIDS Library of Philadelphia, 1211 Chestnut Street, 7th Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA.

Medical Reference Services Quarterly
|April 13, 2001
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The AIDS Library was created by consumer activism to provide essential HIV information. It launched a website in 1998, integrating catalogs and resources for wider access.

Area of Science:

  • Health Sciences
  • Information Science
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Consumer health activism highlighted the need for accessible HIV/AIDS information.
  • Existing resources were insufficient to meet the growing demand for the latest HIV data, materials, and technology.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To document the development of the AIDS Library.
  • To describe the implementation of an integrated automated library system with web publishing capabilities.
  • To present the history and future plans of the AIDS Library.

Main Methods:

  • Implementation of a microcomputer-based integrated automated library system.
  • Development of web publishing capabilities to link various information resources.
  • Establishment of an online presence through a dedicated website (www.ain.org).

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Main Results:

  • Successful launch of the integrated library system and website on December 1, 1998.
  • Improved accessibility to HIV information, regional service catalogs, online publications, and fact sheets.
  • Creation of a centralized digital hub for HIV/AIDS resources.

Conclusions:

  • The AIDS Library's development demonstrates a successful response to consumer needs for HIV information.
  • The implemented system enhanced resource accessibility and information dissemination.
  • Future plans aim to further expand the library's reach and services.