The Gale Encyclopedia of Nursing & Allied Health was recently added to the Hahnemann Library collection. This 5 volume set is a starting point for learning about topics pertaining to nursing, physical therapy, radiologic technologists, and related fields. Available in Hahnemann Library’s reference section under the call number, WY 13 G151 2007.

The Global Terrorism Database was developed by START, the National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Responses to Terrorism based at the University of Maryland. Funded by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), this new database is the world’s largest unclassified database of terrorism attacks. Five years in the making, it includes 80,000 terror incidents from 1970 through 2004. START plans to update the database through 2007 soon.

The Introduction to Radiology Tutorial created by the University of Virginia, Department of Radiology, serves as an introductory tool for Head CT, the Chest, PET/CT Basics, Pediatric Radiology, and more. The tutorial also covers Informed Consent, Patient Confidentiality, and Medical Billing.

The Genetic Alliance has created a genetic disease search tool called Disease InfoSearch. The database allows users to search for advocacy support groups related to specific genetic conditions. “Genetic Alliance is a coalition of more than 600 advocacy organizations serving 25 million people affected by 1000 conditions.”

http://www.geneticalliance.org/ws_display.asp?filter=about

The 2007 report of Women, Minorities, and Persons with Disabilities in Science and Engineering is now available electronically through the catalog. Topics include higher-education enrollments, degrees, and salaries.

Developed by The National Heart Lung and Blood Institute, the Diseaes and Conditions Index is designed for consumers. It covers heart, lung, and blood diseaes as well as sleep disorders. Information can be printed, saved, or emailed. The Institute’s goal is to have over 300 diseases and conditions represented on the website. Registered users can receive email notificatioin of new additions.

The Forensic Sciences Research Guide has been updated with the following resources:

Databases:Legal Trac, Primal Pictures, PsycBooks
Electronic Journals: Applied Psychology in Criminal Justice, Journal of Credibility Assessment and Witness Psychology, Journal of Criminal Justice, Sexual Abuse
Associations: American College of Legal Medicine, Association for Crime Science Reconstruction, National Forensic Science Technology Center

The Weight-control Information Network, created by the National Institute of Diabetes and Kidney Diseases, provides up-to-date information for consumers and health professionals. The website includes publications, statistics, the WIN Notes newsletter for health professionals, and resources for further information.

If you are a new teacher, this book is for you. Chapter titles include: The Dreaded Lecture; Small Group Learning; Problem-Based Learning; Case Study; Reflecting on Reflection; Storytelling and Narratives; Role Play; Simulation; and Experiential Learning Exercises.

The book is at Queen Lane Library, but Drexel staff may request delivery to their own library. There is a REQUEST button in the online library catalog – try it! The following link should take you to the online catalog record for this book:

http://innopac.library.drexel.edu/search/tstrategies+for+healthcare/tstrategies+for+healthcare/1%2C2%2C2%2CB/frameset&FF=tstrategies+for+healthcare+education+how+to+teach+in+the+++21st+century&1%2C1%2C

MDConsult has a brand new look! MDConsult’s redesigned interface now has smarter search results with content recommendations, easier navigation, and better displays. For further information, go to the New MDConsult Preview website.