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Evidence based resources for allied health professionals

05/21/2025

We've put together this selection of library resources to support the ongoing professional development of allied health professionals, and to encourage evidence-based patient care, program development, and policies.

Journals

Browse the extensive range of journals about physical therapy and rehabilitation, psychology, pharmacy, nutrition and other allied health topics available in the library collection. Or view some of our popular journals below.

Allied health research and evidence-based clinical summaries

PEDro

An Australian Physiotherapy database that contains randomised trials, systematic reviews and clinical practice guidelines. Terms of Use

ScienceDirect

Access multi-discipline journal articles and book chapters. Terms of Use

Emcare

Access journal articles on nursing and allied health research. Terms of Use

CINAHL Complete

Access journal articles on nursing and allied health research. Terms of Use

NT Health Research and Publications Online

An open access digital repository that showcases the research projects and output of researchers working for the Northern Territory Department of Health (NT Health), while also collecting and preserving publications and multimedia produced in an official capacity, that represent the department.

UpToDate

Point of care evidence-based resource providing up to date summaries on a wide range of clinical topic areas. Terms of Use

Books

Search the library catalogue for books and ebooks on audiology, physiotherapy, nutrition, psychology, occupational therapy and other allied health topics. Or view some of our popular books below.

Allied health subject guides

The library has a number of subject guides that provide a curated selection of books, journals, mobile apps and other resources on particular topics. View these guides related to Allied Health topics:

Allied Health, Health Promotion, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Social Work

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Evidence based resources for allied health professionals

Allied health professionals play a valuable role in delivering effective healthcare for Territorians. Allied health services within NT Health are provided across the full spectrum of healthcare including acute care, primary health care, rehabilitation, and disaster response, and cover all five NT regions. We've put together this selection of library resources to support the ongoing professional development of allied health professionals, and to encourage evidence-based patient care, program development, and policies. JournalsBrowse the extensive range of journals about physical therapy and rehabilitation, psychology, pharmacy, nutrition and other allied health topics available in the library collection. Or view some of our popular journals below. Allied health research and evidence-based clinical summariesPEDro This link opens in a new window An Australian Physiotherapy database that contains randomised trials, systematic reviews and clinical practice guidelines. Terms of UseScienceDirect This link opens in a new window Access multi-discipline journal articles and book chapters. Terms of UseEmcare This link opens in a new window Access journal articles on nursing and allied health research. Terms of UseCINAHL Complete This link opens in a new window Access journal articles on nursing and allied health research. Terms of UseNT Health Research and Publications Online This link opens in a new window An open access digital repository that showcases the research projects and output of researchers working for the Northern Territory Department of Health (NT Health), while also collecting and preserving publications and multimedia produced in an official capacity, that represent the department.UpToDate This link opens in a new window Point of care evidence-based resource providing up to date summaries on a wide range of clinical topic areas. Terms of Use BooksSearch the library catalogue for books and ebooks on audiology, physiotherapy, nutrition, psychology, occupational therapy and other allied health topics. Or view some of our popular books below. Allied health subject guidesThe library has a number of subject guides that provide a curated selection of books, journals, mobile apps and other resources on particular topics. View these guides related to Allied Health topics:Aboriginal HealthAlcohol and Other DrugsHealth PromotionLeadership and ManagementMental HealthRural and Remote HealthSocial WorkTelehealth...

Celebrating nurses and midwives across NT Health

In recognition of the International Day of the Midwife (May 5th) and International Nurses Day (May 12th), we would like to thank all nurses and midwives for your professionalism, compassion and round-the-clock commitment to caring for patients across the Territory.To support the ongoing commitment of nurses and midwives to professional development and implementing evidence-based, best practice solutions to patient care, we have put together a selection of resources that you might find useful for your continuing education and clinical practice. Mobile Apps - Evidence at your fingertips Procedures, skills and tools for practiceClinicalKey for Nursing This link opens in a new window Provides access to selected nursing texts and journals, practice guidelines, drug information, patient handouts and more. Terms of UseDrugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) This link opens in a new window A peer reviewed database containing information on drugs and other chemicals breastfeeding mothers may be exposed to. Includes information on levels of substance and adverse effects in nursing infants, as well as suggested alternatives where appropriate.Lippincott Procedures This link opens in a new window Step by step nursing procedures and skills in a variety of specialty settings. Terms of UseNursing Reference Centre Plus This link opens in a new window Nursing Reference Center Plus provides evidence-based information for quick reference at the point-of-care. Find Disease Summaries, Medicine Information, Care Plans, eBooks, Continuing Education Modules and more Terms of UseJoanna Briggs Institute (JBI) This link opens in a new window Provides access to systematic reviews, evidence based summaries and patient care manuals in the field of nursing and midwifery. Terms of UsePregnancy and Breastfeeding Medicines Guide This link opens in a new window Summarises key findings and provides detailed, practical recommendations on the use of medicines during pregnancy and breastfeeding to support the clinical decision making process. Terms of UseAustralian Immunisation Handbook This link opens in a new window Provides clinical guidelines for health professionals on safe and effective vaccine use.Australian Medicines Handbook (Off-site access only) This link opens in a new window Drug monographs, class statements and therapeutic information. Written primarily to provide information about medicines.CARPA Standard Treatment Manuals This link opens in a new window A clinic manual for primary health care practitioners in remote and rural communities in Central and Northern Australia.Requires a free, individual registration to access. JournalsBrowse the extensive range of Nursing and Midwifery journals available in the library collection Nursing researchCINAHL Complete This link opens in a new window Access journal articles on nursing and allied health research. Terms of UseJoanna Briggs Institute (JBI) This link opens in a new window Provides access to systematic reviews, evidence based summaries and patient care manuals in the field of nursing and midwifery. Terms of UseClinicalKey for Nursing This link opens in a new window Provides access to selected nursing texts and journals, practice guidelines, drug information, patient handouts and more. Terms of UseEmcare This link opens in a new window Access journal articles on nursing and allied health research. Terms of Use BooksSearch the library catalogue for books and ebooks for Nursing and Midwifery or view some of our popular books below. Continuing Education ModulesClinicalKey for Nursing Clinical Skills - Skills and procedures for quick reviewing and learningCINAHL Continuing Education Modules - interactive educational modules that enable nurses to complete and claim CE requirements online. Other resourcesLibrary Services Subject Guides for Nursing and MidwiferyCINAHL Evidence based care sheets - view the latest evidence, statistics, research and references on a topic ...

Cyclone Tracy and Darwin Hospital Library

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