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COVID-19 - Background and Health Sciences Library Response during the First Months of the Pandemic

Victoria L Clifton1,2, Kristina M Flathers3, Tara J Brigham1

  • 1Mayo Clinic Libraries, Jacksonville, Florida, USA.

Medical Reference Services Quarterly
|February 24, 2021
PubMed

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Health science librarians responded to the COVID-19 pandemic by providing critical information services. The study highlights opportunities to improve interdepartmental collaboration and disaster preparedness for future health crises.

Area of Science:

  • Health Sciences
  • Information Science
  • Pandemic Preparedness

Background:

  • The COVID-19 pandemic, caused by SARS-CoV-2, presented unprecedented challenges.
  • Health science librarians played a crucial role in information dissemination during the crisis.
  • Existing disaster response plans were tested by the global health emergency.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the responses of health science librarians during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • To identify key challenges and opportunities faced by librarians.
  • To inform future pandemic and disaster preparedness strategies.

Main Methods:

  • An informal survey was conducted among health science librarians.
  • The survey aimed to gather general information on response types.
  • Data collection focused on experiences during the COVID-19 event.

Main Results:

  • Librarians provided essential information services throughout the pandemic.
  • The crisis revealed areas for improvement in institutional responses.
  • An opportunity exists to strengthen interdepartmental relationships.

Conclusions:

  • Health science librarians are vital during global health crises.
  • Strengthening disaster response plans is crucial for future events.
  • Enhanced collaboration can improve institutional resilience.

Keywords:
COVID-19CoronavirusSARS-COV-2disaster responseepidemichealth sciences librariesinformation serviceslibrarianslibrarianshippandemic

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