July 2023

You will still be able to search all our current range of Library resources including books, ebooks, journals, ejournals, articles, and databases from the new single search box, only the interface is changing, and the presentation will be different.  We will maintain access to our legacy systems until 30th September 2023 to facilitate the transition to the new interface.

See Healthcare Library Search Changes for more information on how the change may affect you.

The Clinicalkey app has access to over 1000 books, 800 journals, 1500 clinical overviews, 2500 drug monographs, 600 clinical calculators and 6,000,000 images. 

So what’s it actually for? Well, if you’re in a patient facing role, you can use it to quickly double check a query, to develop or confirm your assessment of a case and to enable you to keep track of new developments. 

It has uses for non-patient facing roles for learning, teaching and research purposes. 

So why not check it out and give it a go today. Click here for instructions on how to download the app and get started. 

All our library branches aim to offer a quiet haven where you can retreat. However, we also have dedicated spaces, specifically to promote wellbeing with comfortable seats, books to assist in maintaining your mental health and some light fiction. 

Each area offers slightly different equipment and resources so check out the guide for more information. 

We know that a lot of you don’t have time to attend our branches, so we also have links to a variety of online resources. These include some apps, some of which are specially offering free membership to NHS staff. 

Please take 5 minutes and check out what is on offer to you.

• You can access Cinahl Ultimate via the Library search or Database A-Z.  
• To access the journals search for the individual titles on the Library search. 
• Need help using Cinahl? Check out our online tutorials here.  
• Or you can set up a one-to-one session with your Specialist Librarian 

You know that membership of the Healthcare Library of Northern Ireland is free, but are you aware of all the resources membership offers? 

We’d love to come and meet you and explain what resources we have for your specific needs. We can also demonstrate how to search our resources and databases effectively.  

Learn how to search our catalogue to find both physical and electronic material. Find out which databases you can use. See the range of training available to you. Discover our profession specific subject guides and librarians.  Or just have a chat about any research concerns. 

We are here to support you. Take advantage!