Consumer Health Resources Workshop

This prerecorded workshop is designed to help participants identify the most appropriate NC LIVE database for responding to consumer health requests. Through lecture, demonstration, and hands-on searching exercises, participants will learn about the strengths, limitations, and unique features of the core NC LIVE medical and health-related databases. In addition, selected websites listed under NC LIVE's Consumer Health Resources will be covered. Instructor will also discuss important issues in providing health information, the role of library staff answering questions, privacy and confidentiality considerations, and problems with medical terminology.