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Access the key evidence you need to make confident decisions; register for NHS OpenAthens

 Whether you are treating patients, starting a research project, updating your skills or completing professional training you need the best evidence.

Make sure you register for your NHS OpenAthens username

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Access up-to-date, reliable information

You can access multiple online resources with a single username / password. Resources include healthcare specialist ebooks, journals, databases, calculators, overviews, guidelines and clinical decision support tools.

Stay up-to-date

Get the latest information you are interested in, straight to your inbox; follow updates, sign-up to alerts or register for our KnowledgeShare service.

Save time

Use resources that get you straight to the evidence you need quickly and use the right tools to link to full-text immediately.

Improve patient care

Use the right resources to help you to

  • make confident clinical decisions
  • complete literature searches for comprehensive research projects
  • improve your skills
  • develop your career

NHS OpenAthens is available to all NHS staff. Register by completing the online form.

Watch our video for instructions on completing your form.

Need more help?

For more help registering for your account see our NHS OpenAthens web page or contact the Health Library.

 

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