Things in the library 15th Nov...

Things we do...

Are you aware of our Book a Librarian Service? People sometimes say to us 'I'm sorry to bother you...' but we are here to be bothered...that's our job. Never worry about asking us what you might think is a silly question...we may not know everthing but we usually know where to find out. With our 'Book a Librarian' service you can get help with anything from using email to literature search training or designing a conference poster in a 1:1 session tailored just for you. Click on the link above to book some time with us.

Things to attend...

Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR) is an annual observance on November 20th when trans and gender-diverse people, whose lives were lost in acts of anti-transgender violence in the past 12 months, are remembered and honoured. It is an opportunity to come together with our communities and grieve collectively. Organised by local LGBT+ youth group SAYit and Sheffield LGBT+ events. At Hallam Square 5.30 - 6.30pm. All SCH Rainbow Badge wearers and supporters are invited to attend.

Things about sepsis...
You may have seen in the news this week mention of a new test for sepsis in children. Whenever you hear or read a news story and want to know more about it...and if it is true.. the best place to go is the NHS Behind the headlines site. Here you can read their opinion of the news story and what the actual research says that is behind it. In this case they conclude:

"This study is the first for many years to make some progress in our understanding of sepsis. It opens up possibilities for research into potential drugs that could be used in the future. This study also suggests ways in which the Persevere II test could be used to identify people at high risk of life-threatening sepsis, so they can be treated quickly and with the most appropriate dose of antibiotics.
However, this is very early-stage research. Just because a treatment works for mice does not mean it will work for humans. Translating results from a species to another, as the researchers do in this study, does not always work. Higher-dose antibiotics have not been tested for children identified as at high risk of life-threatening sepsis. Higher than usual doses could have damaging effects.
The Persevere II test is still being worked on, so is not yet generally available for doctors to use. In a media interview, a researcher said it is about 2 years away from being made available."

Things to visit...

Did you know the University has a small museum (Alfred Denny Museum of Zoology) which is usually open for guided tours at 10 am, 11 am and 12 pm on the first Saturday of each month . There are only 25 places per tour so it is recommended that you book early. Next date is 7th December. High quality specimens from across the globe from all major phyla including fossils and material of extinct animals, which demonstrate the diversity of animal life on earth. The displays include a large spirit collection (animals stored in alcohol) and fully articulated skeletons of a wide range of vertebrates.

Things about full-text articles...
In order to access most full-text articles you will need an NHS Athens account which is free and easy to set up. This will give you access to certain key resources and journals. If a journal you want isn't listed as available via this route then fill in our Article request form and we can get most things for you within a couple of days. There is a small charge for this, max £3 for each article but often a lot less as the charge is 15p per page. If you are involved in teaching University of Sheffield students you can apply for Honorary status with the University which then gives you access to their electronic journal holdings without charge.

Things to make...
In preparation for Christmas now would be a good time to make Delia's  mincemeat - it is easy to buy but also easy to make - use vegetarian suet if you prefer. Or if you get the ingredients now you can make it on 24th November known as Stir-up Sunday the traditional day for making Christmas puddings.

Things in the Library 7 March

Things in the News
Researchers warned that passive smoking causes lasting damage to children's arteries, increasing the risk of heart attacks and strokes in later life. Read the research behind the headline here   

Things to avoid
Artificial food colourings which have been linked to hyperactivity in some children. The FSA has updated its list of product ranges that do not contain the following six food colours

• sunset yellow FCF (E110)
• quinoline yellow (E104)
• carmoisine (E122)
• allura red (E129)
• tartrazine (E102)
• ponceau 4R (E124)

but..
These additives which have been withdrawn from food and drink are still available in children's medicines according to a report "The Hidden Additives in Children's Medicines" by the campaign group Action on Additives.  Their parent's guide to additives in children's medicine and details of their campaign can be found here.

Things for keeping up to date

InfoBites next week on Tuesday 11th March at 13:00 is a quick 20 min taster on the subject 'Keeping up-to-date'. As usual cakey nibbles will be available or bring your lunch with you. Find out how to keep abreast of the latest evidence for clinical practice.

Things to read or see

We don't recommend stealing books from anywhere but both Sarah and Kate are currently reading The Book Thief by Markus Zusak, it tells the story of Liesel, an extraordinary and courageous young girl sent to live with a foster family in World War II Germany. She learns to read with encouragement from her new family and Max, a Jewish refugee who they are hiding under the stairs. For Liesel and Max, the power of words and imagination become the only escape from the tumultuous events happening around them. 

This film, in cinemas now is a life-affirming story of survival and of the resilience of the human spirit. If you would like to read the book thief you can pop up and borrow the book from the library.

Things needing your help

A review for the Office of the Children’s Commissioner "Assessing the Evidence Base in Relation to Intrafamilial Child Sexual Abuse".
This will cover the nature, scale and scope of intrafamilial CSA, the child protection response and implications for legislation. The authors have sent out a call for unpublished papers, documents, reports and briefings that are in the public domain which will help them understand Intrafamilial CSA. The deadline for receipt of papers: 24th  March, 2014.  Send any electronic materials to: ICSAREA@mdx.ac.uk 

Things to make and eat

This week is British Pie week which had us thinking about which pies we would like to make this weekend. We have chosen both a savoury Chicken pie with tenderstem broccoli, sweetcorn, tarragon and shallots and a sweet Apple, elderflower and almond pie recipes for you to try.