FAQs
What kinds of resources are available in the library?
The library has books, medical reference books, health newsletters, medical journals, DVDs & videos, and online databases as well as a librarian on staff who specializes in consumer health.
What kind of research do you do?
· We can research current news, treatment options, and general information about a particular disease or disorder.
· We can provide information about prescription medications.
· We can give you information about professional organizations that specialize in a particular disease or disorder.
· We can locate a particular physician, tell you his/her credentials, and provide contact information.
· We can locate any available ongoing clinical trials that may interest you.
· We can order journal articles & books from other libraries for you.
Do you have information on rare disorders?
Yes. Staff at Crandall Public Library can access information on rare disorders and can locate information at other libraries for you.
Is there anything I can’t get at the library?
Employees of Crandall Public Library cannot suggest treatments, diagnose conditions or recommend physicians or hospitals. Only your health care provider can do that!
How does this work?
Call, e-mail or come into the library with your question. A librarian will help you look up your question, or, if you prefer, the Medical Librarian will research it for you. Results of the research can either be mailed to you or you may pick up the packet of information at the library.
How long does it take?
Often, you can get the information within 24 hours. A longer wait may be necessary if we need to order an article for you.
How much does it cost?
The service is free of charge.
Our History
In 1999, a medical librarian was hired to establish the Langeloth Convalescent Education and Information Center. While at home, online information is available 24 hours a day. Books, databases, journals, DVDs & videos on various health and medical conditions are available at the library. The medical librarian provides individualized research for patrons in the Southern Adirondack Library System (covering Warren, Washington, Saratoga and Hamilton Counties).
The start-up for the Consumer Health Information Center was funded by a generous grant from the Langeloth Foundation, which provides grants in the area of convalescence. The Foundation’s goal is to support programs designed to humanize, improve, make more cost effective, and promote physical and emotional convalescence from illness, accident, or other traumatic life-changing events.
In 2004, librarian Guinevere Forshey was hired to oversee the Consumer Health Information Center and continues to provide free, confidential and reliable health information to the public.
