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Ebsco is changing for NHS users. Act now to save your content!

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Ebsco is changing the interface for its databases, such as Cinahl and Medline. These databases are used for running literature searches. The platform for ebsco databases is also called ebscohost.

The change is expected to take place on the 14th July.

Have you saved searches or search alerts? You will need to act to avoid losing things you have saved.

Why is EBSCOhost changing?

There has been little change to EBSCO databases over a number of years.  EBSCO say the new version will offer an enhanced experience and allow the addition of new features.

What isn’t changing?

Your access to EBSCO databases will continue to be via the Health library website and your existing NHS OpenAthens login.  The account you use to save things (My EBSCO) will be retained although some content will be lost if you do not act.

What do I need to do?  Will I lose my saved searches?

If you do not use EBSCOhost or ebsco databases then no action is required.

If you do use EBSCOhost or ebsco databases then there is a risk of loss of data you have saved including searches, records and any alerts.

While some saved searches and records will transfer automatically the following will not be moved to the new interface:

  • ·       Custom Folders and their contents.
  • ·       Saved Search Alerts and Journal Alerts.
  • ·       Searches in the Persistent Link to Searches sub-folder.

A set of FAQs have been prepared including screen shots to support you in understanding actions to take: What is happening to EBSCOhost and what do I need to do as a user?

Please take action well ahead of the deadline of 14th July 2026

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