Guide to Reference in Medicine and Health

Prepared in collaboration with the Medical Library Association, this fully revised and expanded edition provides librarians with a comprehensive guide to classic and current print and electronic resources in the health sciences. The text is designed to help library staff identify authoritative, trustworthy resources and guide users in accessing the information they need, whether on-site or remotely.

Key Features:

• Lists essential print and electronic resources in the health sciences, including electronic-only and freely available online sources.
• Includes new chapters on health information seeking, point-of-care resources, and global health references.
• Focuses on foundational works that are critical for library collections in the health sciences.
• Offers practical guidance for librarians in developing and maintaining reference collections.
• Serves as a benchmark resource for both library staff and users seeking reliable health information.
• Integrates resources accessible both in libraries and remotely, supporting modern research and information needs.