Health Library: Library News: June 2024

June 2024

A new look for our digital repository

Library Services has recently upgraded its digital repository known as ePublications or the Digital Library. The new digital repository Research and Publications Online went live in March 2024, providing users a simple and cleaner platform to discover NT Health publications and research output.

New features of the digital repository and online research collection include:

Browse for NT Health publications, projects, and research output by region, location, author, work unit or division
Discover NT Health researchers through researcher profile pages and research projects
New and improved metrics and statistics that capture the attention surrounding your research or publications

For enquiries or more information contact the Library on 8922 8961 (ext. 28961) or email libraryrmu.doh@nt.gov.au.

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NEWS

Library Experience Survey 2024

The Library Services team would really appreciate your input to guide the future direction of the types of resources we subscribe to and the services we offer to support your work, PD, study and research at NT Health.

Submitting your responses indicates you agree to participate in this research. Information will be kept confidential and an internal report written summarising the results.

Complete the survey and provide your email address at the end to go into our draw for a prize pack. Also, the first 5 people to complete the survey will receive a free notebook and pen. The next 40 people will receive a free skeletal bone pen. Make sure you add your email address.

This survey will only take a few minutes of your time. Survey closes 3rd July 2024.

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National Reconciliation Week 2024

27 May to 3 June 2024

The Library's Aboriginal Health guide provides books and resources to inspire conversation about reconciliation, cultural security and the health of Aboriginal People.

EXPLORE GUIDE

Updated Accreditation guide

Library Services recognises the importance of supporting prevocational and vocational training at NT Health. We provide access to resources and services that fulfil NT Health obligations set out in the accreditation agreements.

We have updated our Accreditation Guide to include the NSQHS Standards Criteria that relate directly to the Library and how the Library meets these important actions.

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Journals on your mobile or tablet

Browse and read the latest published articles from your favourite journals on any device via Browzine. Seamless access without having to login!

Customise your virtual bookshelf by selecting your favourite titles, stay up to date on the latest research by setting up alerts for new publications and download the Browzine app to take the collection with you wherever you go.

BROWSE JOURNAL ARTICLES

UPCOMING TRAINING

Upcoming training: Library overview

Whether you’re a new staff member or just want to brush up on the basics, this session is designed to help you get the most out of the library’s services and resources.

Delivered via MS Teams
Wednesday 26th June 2024, 2-2.30pm

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NT HEALTH RESEARCH

"A Huge Gap": health care provider perspectives on cancer screening for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People in the Northern Territory

This paper analyses health care provider perspectives and approaches to the provision of cancer screening for Aboriginal people in the NT that were collected as part of a larger study. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 50 staff from 15 health services, including 8 regional, remote, and very remote primary health care (PHC) clinics, 3 hospitals, a cancer centre, and 3 cancer support services.

EV Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2024 Jan 27;21(2):141

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Developing an integrated clinical decision support system for the early identification and management of kidney disease-building cross-sectoral partnerships

This paper aims to describe the collaborative process between research, government and non-government health services to develop an integrated clinical decision support system to improve patient care. Building on established partnerships in the government and Aboriginal Community-Controlled Health Service (ACCHS) sectors, a novel digital clinical decision support system was developed for people at risk of developing kidney disease (due to hypertension, diabetes, cardiovascular disease) or with kidney disease.

Gorham G et al. BMC Med Inform Decis Mak. 2024 Mar 8;24(1):69

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A descriptive study of domestic and family violence presentations to an emergency department in the Northern Territory

Examines the nature of domestic and family violence (DFV) presentations to an ED in the Northern Territory and identify potential gaps in service delivery. The data highlights the need for a 24 h trauma-informed, culturally safe and integrated service to support people experiencing DFV. This could be achieved by a specialist unit designed and staffed by First Nations health practitioners.

Owen, L et al. Emerg Med Australas. 2024 Apr 21.

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SPOTLIGHT

Aboriginal Health Resources

The Library provides access to an extensive collection of resources that support the delivery of care to Aboriginal patients. Culturally sensitive tools, language apps and dictionaries, evidence and guidance will ensure you deliver the appropriate information in the best possible way.

View these great resources online today or visit the library to explore our full Aboriginal Health collections.

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LATEST HEALTH PUBLICATIONS

Artificial intelligence for health

WHO is actively engaged in guiding its Member States by developing guidance on governance, ethical standards and regulations to address emerging opportunities and challenges, mitigate risks, safeguard public health, and foster trust in the use of AI for health. Read about WHO’s strategic ‘AI for health’ (AI4H) approach.

World Health Organisation, 27 May 2024

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Budget 2024-25: information of relevance to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and wellbeing

This special article provides information on the Federal Budget and its implications for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and wellbeing.

Australian Indigenous HealthInfoNet, 15 May 2024

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2023 Australian guideline for assessing and managing cardiovascular disease risk: guideline summary

Provides updated evidence‐based recommendations for the clinical assessment and management of cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk for primary prevention. It includes the new Australian CVD risk calculator (Aus CVD Risk Calculator), based on an equation developed from a large New Zealand cohort study, customised and recalibrated for the Australian population. It also outlines changes in assessment and management as a result of the guideline.

MJA, 29 April 2024

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NEW BOOKS

Check out the range of new books this month
Read new eBooks from any device using your NTG LAN login.
New books can be sent to you via internal mail or you can pick them up from your nearest library.

EXPLORE OUR NEWEST BOOKS

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WHAT YOU'RE SAYING

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY

NT Health Library Services acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout the Northern Territory and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

A YEAR IN REVIEW

Find out more about what we achieved together in 2023.

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