This service provides limited access to the MIDIRS Reference Database (the most complete midwifery information resource available today).
First developed in 1988, the MIDIRS Reference Database has grown in size and stature with around 500 international English language journals being regularly scanned for inclusion in the database.
The database is an amalgamation of references to journal articles, book chapters, reports, pamphlets, news items, audio-visual materials, conference proceedings and other ‘grey literature’ relating to the midwifery profession, pregnancy, labour, birth, postnatal care, and neonatal care extending into the first year of life.
Approximately 1000 records are added to the database per month. There are now over 173,000 records on the full database*, and its reputation as a powerful research tool for health care professionals around the globe continues to grow.
Key topics include:
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Antenatal health issues
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Complementary therapies
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Employment issues
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Ethical and professional issues
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Health care professionals' role
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Health education
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HIV
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Hospital policies
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International midwifery
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Intensive care
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Neonatal care
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Screening
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Social and psychological aspects
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Sudden infant death and infant mortality.
The level of record enhancement has also increased with every reference on the database assigned keywords, an abstract (if an author-written abstract is not available), categorization by item type, and allocation to one of over 550 standard searches covering topical themes. MIDIRS team of qualified information professionals carry out the record enhancement work.
What do you get with a MIDIRS/RCM subscription?
Unlimited online access to over 550 MIDIRS pre-prepared Standard Searches (click here to view a list of MIDIRS Standard Searches).
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The ability to place on-line orders for photocopies of original articles
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Ten dynamic folders for storing your selected articles
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Output references in Harvard, Vancouver or Unformatted Text to your own documents
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Links to web originated references
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Limited access to PDF’s of freely available articles
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E-mail updates when any references are added to standard searches
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Free podcasts
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Monthly electronic newsletter (Essence) by e-mail
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Access to Midwifery news and diary areas of MIDIRS web site
How much does it cost?
MIDIRS/RCM Standard Search Service subscription is £9.00 per annum
What do I need?
All that you require to start your subscription is a connection to the internet, an email address and credit card or UK bank account.
You also need to be a full member of the Royal College of Midwives. If you are not already a full member of the RCM – click here for more details.
What if I’m a student member of the RCM?
MIDIRS has a great range of free and discounted products and services for Midwifery students. Click here for more details.
How do I subscribe?
Simply complete our online subscription form, selecting the appropriate membership type from the lists shown. On receipt of your application you will be sent an email within 30 minutes, which will contain your secure username and password. You can then login immediately to the MIDIRS/RCM Standard Search Database.
Can I upgrade my existing MIDIRS subscription?
Yes, by simply selecting the ‘Upgrade to Online Service’ option from the subscription application form and submitting a new Direct Debit or Credit Card mandate for the new service (unfortunately we are unable to accept debit cards that start 6759).
Can I downgrade my subscription if I already subscribe to MIDIRS OLS?
Yes, just contact customer services by e-mail or free-phone 0800 581009 and they will cancel your existing OLS subscription. Please note no refunds to subscriptions already paid will be given. MIDIRS will cancel your existing subscription from the next available expiry date (quarterly or annual).
Is there anything else I need to know before signing up?
If you are upgrading, the terms and conditions of existing MIDIRS services do not apply to the Online Service (OLS). Click here to view the full Online Service (OLS) terms.
*NB: MIDIRS/RCM service gives limited access to references in standard searches only
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