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Biomedical resources on Usenet

M J Stoddard1, J L Siebert

  • 1Arizona Health Sciences Library, University of Arizona, Tucson 85724.

Bulletin of the Medical Library Association
|October 1, 1994
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Usenet provides efficient access to health sciences information through over 2,000 specialized discussion groups. Its software features filtering and sorting to help users find relevant health information quickly.

Area of Science:

  • Health Sciences
  • Information Science
  • Computer Science

Background:

  • Accessing health sciences information can be challenging.
  • Traditional information retrieval methods may not be sufficient.
  • Emerging technologies offer new avenues for information dissemination.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate Usenet as a resource for health sciences information.
  • To highlight the features of Usenet software for information management.
  • To demonstrate the breadth of health-related topics available on Usenet.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized Usenet as an information retrieval system.
  • Examined the functionalities of Usenet client software, including filtering and sorting.
  • Cataloged the range of health sciences newsgroups available.

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Main Results:

  • Usenet offers efficient access to a wide array of health sciences information.
  • Usenet software includes tools for message filtering, topic sorting, and direct communication.
  • Over 2,000 newsgroups cover diverse health topics, from general wellness to specialized medical fields.
  • Information is available through discussions and software distribution.

Conclusions:

  • Usenet serves as a valuable and efficient platform for accessing health sciences information.
  • The software's features enhance the usability and relevance of retrieved information.
  • Usenet's extensive network of newsgroups provides a rich resource for researchers and practitioners.