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"Free full text articles": where to search for them?
Ashish Singh1, Manish Singh, Ajai Kumar Singh
1Consultant Dermatologist, Parkinsganj, Sultanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India. dr.ashishsingh933@yahoo.co.in
International Journal of Trichology
|January 7, 2012
Summary
High inflation makes medical journal access difficult. Free full-text articles offer a vital solution for libraries and practitioners, improving access to essential medical literature.
Area of Science:
- Medical Literature
- Information Accessibility
Background:
- Medical literature relies heavily on journal references.
- Rising inflation significantly impacts library and individual access to journals.
- Practitioners face challenges in acquiring necessary medical literature.
Purpose of the Study:
- To discuss the challenges of accessing full-text medical articles.
- To share experiences regarding the availability of free full-text medical literature.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative review of experiences with free article access.
- Exploration of current challenges in journal procurement.
Main Results:
- High inflation creates significant barriers to journal subscriptions.
- Free full-text article availability is crucial for maintaining access.
- Personal experiences highlight the difficulties faced by practitioners.
Conclusions:
- Free full-text articles are essential for overcoming financial barriers in accessing medical literature.
- Improving accessibility of medical information is critical for healthcare professionals.
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