Quick help for the Hub
The NHS Knowledge and Library Hub delivers simple searching to get you rapidly to the evidence you need. This page offers very short videos on how to complete key tasks. The “More” link provides an FAQ style alternative.
Most Hub users have access to a local team of specialist librarians who are happy to help with any questions. You can contact them via the Ask-a-librarian link on the Hub or find them on HLISD.
Getting started
The Hub is designed to provide a rapid simple search across high quality knowledge and evidence resources. It includes journal articles, guidance, evidence summaries such as BMJ Best Practice and books.
Help with OpenAthens
Search the Hub more effectively
Not getting to your results as quickly as you might like? The Hub has various options to improve your searches
Saving and sharing
Once you are logged in using OpenAthens you can save articles or searches and come back to them later.
Getting further help
| Q. Is there a full guide to searching the Hub? A. An extensive collection of guides is available for EBSCO Discovery Service (the generic name for the Hub) | Q. How do I contact someone to help me? A. Please use the Ask-a-librarian link (a small chat bubble icon bottom right) on the Hub or search for your Knowledge and Library Service team on HLISD. |
| Q. I think this page should have information on… A. Please email the Service Desk (helpdesk@knowledgehub.freshservice.com) |