Project: A Provincial Consumer Health Information System for Newfoundland and Labrador

Health Infostructure Support Program

Background

There is a considerable amount of consumer health information available in Newfoundland and Labrador. Resources range from basic data to in-depth, research-oriented information. Data are available in various formats including print, electronic, AV and multi-media. The resources are targeted towards client groups determined by the setting in which they are found. These settings include hospitals, libraries and health and community centres. There is not, however, a central access point to facilitate consumer health information exchange.

Project Description

The 12-month pilot project will establish a consumer health information web site of selected resources for Newfoundland. The project will also develop an electronic database and a print directory of consumer health associations and other sources of health information in the province. The project will serve to test the feasibility of a provincial health library and information service, with linkages to national agencies and initiatives.

Project Funding under HISP: $40,250.00

Project Management: Newfoundland & Labrador Centre for Health Information

For further information contact:

Ms. Lucy McDonald
Director of Communications
Newfoundland and Labrador Centre for Health Information
8th Floor, 100 Forest Road
St. John's, NF
A1A 1E5
Tel: (709) 737-4691
Fax: (709) 737-7129
lucym@nlchi.nf.ca