Training: Exploring the new NHS Knowledge & Library Hub from Ebsco

Ebsco have 2 sessions in January to help you to get to grips with the NHS Knowledge & Library Hub. Click on the link below to book your place.

Exploring the new NHS Knowledge & Library Hub

This 60--minute webinar provides a comprehensive introduction to the updated Hub (EBSCO Discovery Service) accessible nationally across NHS England.
By the end of this session participants will be able to:

Navigate and identify key features of the updated Hub interface
Conduct evidence searches using Natural Language to find relevant records
Combine search terms and searches for more precise results.
Save and export records in RIS and other formats for use with reference management tools
Create, store, and retrieve saved records using the MyEBSCO account.

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