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Books and Articles
You can search for books and articles using the Knowledge and Library Hub, and our library catalogue, SWIMS.
"The NHS Knowledge and Library Hub connects NHS staff and learners to high quality knowledge and evidence resources in one place.
Funded by Health Education England, it includes:
Full access is free to all NHS staff and learners using your NHS OpenAthens account. "
Description from Health Education England.
If you do not have an Open Athens account, please click here to register.
Accessing our online resources
To access our electronic resources you will need an Athens login. To register for Open Athens, please click here.
You need to register using your NHS email address.
I've Forgotten My Athens Password: How Can I Reset It?
Follow this link to reset your Open Athens' password. Click 'Forgot Password?' and follow the instructions.
I've Forgotten My Athens Username & Password: What Do I Do?
Email library@uhbristol.nhs.uk with your full name, full work address, work telephone number and the email address you used to register for the account.
If you would like to browse our book and ebook collection, you can either search the Knowledge and Library hub, or browse our library catalogue, SWIMS. Here, you can search the catalogues of NHS Libraries across the South West. Don't worry about location, we can get books sent to us. Want to request a book? Send us an email and we'll be happy to assist. Please feel free to get in touch if you need any assistance using the library catalogue.
Mobile apps
Point of care tools allow you to access overviews of conditions, drugs and much more. These tools are available as an app for your phone. Simply log in to BMJ Best Practice with your Open Athens account, create your own personal account, and download the app to your device.
BMJ Best Practice provides overviews, calculators, medical images and much much more. The information available is well suited for healthcare workers in the UK. Find out more here. |