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The official Bluesky account for Portsmouth Hospitals University Trust's Library and Knowledge Services! Ask a question here or email us at pho-tr.libraryqah@nhs.net #ProudtobePHU
π This month, PHU Library is celebrating Autism & Neurodiversity Awareness! βΎοΈ
1 in 36 people in the UK have autism, and βautistic individuals are 2.6 times more likely to have a physical health condition" (Rydzewska et al, 2018).
Check out our display in the library!
Reminder that tomorrow (5 August) our lovely librarians will be helping people update their OpenAthens accounts to nhs.net!
Drop by Room 7 Education Centre, E Level from 8am to 3pm. There one of the librarians will be available to change over your email address.
Our resource of the week is UpToDate!
UpToDate is a trusted, evidence-based clinical decision support tool used by healthcare professionals worldwide to answer point-of-care questions quickly and accurately.
For more information contact the team at pho-tr.libraryqah@nhs.net or on extension 6039.
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Flummoxed by footnotes? Cautious about citation? Check our our referencing support page for software, videos and the easy-to-use RCN Harvard style guide: buff.ly/jgyx4uM
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Image shows a pharmacist in a white coat from the neck down on a green background. Between the pharmacist's hands are two models of kidneys. White text on the green background says "Taylor & Francis Group. Renal Drug Database. Safer Prescribing. Safer Patients. Better Outcomes."
Our resource of the week is the Renal Drug Database!
The Renal Drug Database holds 900 drug monographs written by clinical renal pharmacists. Each one provides guidance on clinical use, drug interactions and more!
Email the Clinical Librarians at pho-tr.clinicallibrarian@nhs.net to get access.
Poster of a white background with a laptop, notebooks, spectacles and a pen at the leftmost edge. The top has white text with a black border saying 'OpenAthens Drop-In Sessions'. Below this are two smaller text boxes in black. The first says "5th August: Room 7 Education Centre, E Level 8am to 3pm". The second says "15th August: Room 6 Education Centre, E Level 8am to 3pm".
Need help updating your OpenAthens account to NHS.net? The library are hosting two OpenAthens drop-in sessions this August where a librarian will change over your email address.
5th August β Room 7 Education Centre, E Level β 8am to 3pm
15th August β Room 6 β Education Centre, E Level β 8am to 3pm
Image shows two statistics under the heading 'undeniable impact'. The first reads '6.3% of all radiology referrals were changed to a different imaging test'. Next to it is a cartoon person with a laptop. The second statistic reads '2% of all referrals were cancelled by the referring clinician'. Next to this are two cartoon people holding circles with 'X' inside them.
Image shows iRefer logo which is comprised of black sans serif text saying 'iRefer' and an asterisk formed of blue, green and black lines.
Our resource of the week is iRefer!
This reference tool provides up-to-date guidance on selecting the most appropriate imaging investigation for a range of clinical problems.
To access this resource please email the Clinical Librarians at pho-tr.clinicallibrarian@nhs.net.
Figure providing an overview of the diagnosis and management of cerebral palsy. Copyright: 2025 Elsevier Ltd. All rights are reserved.
Cerebral palsy is a lifelong physical disability affecting movement and posture.
A Seminar highlights the latest available evidence and recent progress in care to help clinicians address key questions.
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Register to run Readathon today & your can get your invite! readforgood.org
24.06.2025 09:33 β π 3 π 2 π¬ 0 π 0Phil, maybe someday πΊπ°πΆ'ππ be functionally independent.
In a new video in our partnership with @glaucomflecken.bsky.social, the EXPECTS trial assessing alteplase for posterior circulation ischemic stroke at 4.5 to 24 hours is explained. Access the article for free: nej.md/DrG21
Our resource of the week is BMJ Case Reports!
BMJ Case Reports is the world's largest online collection of peer-reviewed clinical case reports. Visit casereports.bmj.com to learn more.
If you'd like to publish your own case report, email the Clinical Librarian at pho-tr.clinicallibrarian@nhs.net.
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Our online resource of the week is the Sanford Guide!
The Sanford Guide provides clinicians with the tools they need to ensure the appropriate use of antimicrobials at the point of care.
To access this resource, please email the Clinical Librarians at pho-tr.clinicallibrarians@nhs.net.
July is Disability Pride Month. We have numerous relevant books in the library, including these on display. #disablitypride
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A display case of books regarding disabilities and healthcare. Behind the case is a large window with palm trees. There is a sign stuck to the window saying "July is Disability Pride Month". On top of the case are posters with statistics about disabilities in the UK, with two more on either side of the book case.
July is Disability Pride Month! 1 in 5 people in the UK has a disability. Disability Pride Month promotes education, inclusivity, awareness, and support for individuals with disabilities. Come see our display in the QuAD and maybe pick up a book or two while you're here. #disabilitypridemonth
02.07.2025 11:15 β π 1 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0Did you know we're one half of a partnership with Isle of Wight Trust? Check out our friends over at Oliviera Library! Our seamless borrowing agreement means that IWT and PHU staff can access services at both libraries.
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The QuAD Library has a new pod!
PHU and IWT staff can book the pod in 30-minute slots, with the option to reserve multiple consecutive sessions if more time is needed (up to three hours).
To book the pod, please visit calendly.com/pho-tr-libra... or scan the QR code on the pod door.
A stack of medical textbooks sits on a desk with a brightly coloured mug balanced on top. The background shows a computer and shelves of books in a library.
Hi, we're PHU Library and Knowledge Services! You can find us in the QuAD at QA Hospital. We have books, medical board games, computers, printing facilities and more! We also have enthusiastic staff to help you with your queries.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
