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1Biology Library, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 101 Burrill Hall, 407 South Goodwin, Urbana, IL 61801, USA.
Medical Reference Services Quarterly
|March 12, 2003
Summary
Librarians can find U.S. government health statistics online using this guide. It details resources for researchers and health professionals to locate reliable data.
Area of Science:
- Public Health Data
- Government Information Resources
- Health Statistics
Background:
- The U.S. government generates extensive statistical data, with many federal agencies making information digitally accessible online.
- Locating specific government statistics presents a significant challenge for librarians and information professionals.
- This guide focuses on U.S. government sources for health statistics.
Framework:
- Provides a curated list of government websites for accessing health statistics.
- Includes direct links to data sources and gateway websites for broader searches.
- Offers strategies for effective data retrieval and search optimization.
Implementation:
- Librarians can use this guide to assist researchers, health professionals, and consumers.
- The resources aid in finding both specific data points and initial leads for complex queries.
- Gateway sites enable advanced search strategies for comprehensive information gathering.
Implications:
- Empowers librarians to efficiently locate and provide access to vital health statistics.
- Supports evidence-based practice and informed decision-making in health-related fields.
- Enhances the integrity and quality of health information by recommending data evaluation criteria.
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