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This site uses the Open Source Content Management System Plone and has been designed to be completely accessible and usable, working in accordance with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG v1.0). If there is anything on this site — accessibility or validation related — that is not according to the standard, please contact the Site Administration, and not the Plone Team.

Access keys

Access keys are a navigation device enabling you to get around this web site using your keyboard.

Available access keys

This site uses a setup that closely matches most international recommendations on access keys. These are:

  • 1 — Home Page
  • 2 — Skip to content
  • 3 — Site Map
  • 4 — Search field focus
  • 5 — Advanced Search
  • 6 — Site navigation tree
  • 9 — Contact information
  • 0 — Access Key details

Accessibility Statement

We have undertaken to use our knowledge and understanding of the ways in which different people access the Internet, to develop a web site that is clear and simple for everybody to use.

Validation

We have used XHTML 1.0 and CSS that conforms to specification, as laid out by the W3C because we believe that usability and accessibility must have a solid foundation. If anything on this web site does not validate correctly, please contact the Site Administration, and not the Plone Team.

We have also endeavoured to achieve AA accessibility as measured against version 1.0 of the WCAG. We are aware however, that a number of the checkpoints of the WCAG are subjective — and although we are sure that we have met them squarely, there may be instances where interpretation may vary.

Getting Started

Certain resources in HEAL-WA (indicated by a lock lock) require a HEAL-WA access code (UW NetID) and password for access.

Once you have set up your HEAL-WA access code and password, LOG IN to HEAL-WA by clicking on the "Log In" button at the top of this column.

LOG OUT from HEAL-WA by simply closing your browser.

Set up your HEAL-WA access - to set up a HEAL-WA access code and password, see the instructions on the Getting Started page.

PLEASE NOTE that once you have set up your access code, it can take up to a day for your access code to be recognized so you can log in to HEAL-WA.

  • “This critical resource allows providers the opportunity to learn best practices used in their professions and furthers the ongoing education of all health care professionals.” Gov. Christine Gregoire
  • “I find HEAL-WA intuitive to use. It's a nicely organized resource with point-of-care tools that clinicians can use in the line of fire.” Jim Anderson, PA
  • “HEAL-WA underscores the state's commitment to supply quality medical resources to providers and therefore to all their patients, in all settings.” Jim Anderson, PA
  • “The tools at HEAL-WA help us access the information we need to keep up with our practice and make sure we are providing quality care for our patients.” Jim Anderson, PA
  • “I like the clarity and simplicity of HEAL-WA. It's not unwieldy, like some other information resources. I know where things are, and I can find them more quickly.” Jim Anderson, PA
  • “I can quickly go online with HEAL-WA and within three minutes, I'll know what a specific disease is, how it is diagnosed, what the most common treatments are, and what patient resources are available. I owe it to my patients to have this information, and this point-of-care tool gives it to me in minutes.” Jim Anderson, PA
  • “I don't know how I got along without HEAL-WA. It is a direct pipeline to the latest research and medical/mental health information.” Denise Ottosen, mental health therapist
  • “I use HEAL-WA all the time. The research that I am able to do on PsycInfo and MEDLINE keep me abreast of new developments.” Denise Ottosen, mental health therapist
  • “Nurses who are on the run every moment at work don't have time to noodle around on the Web looking for information. HEAL-WA puts all the information you need in one spot, and it can be accessed anywhere, anytime.” Katy Brock, RN
  • “With HEAL-WA, you can get the continuing education credits you need, at your own convenience, on your own time, without paying any additional money.” Katy Brock, RN
  • “It is easy to access good patient education materials and diagrams through HEAL-WA and you're getting them from reliable sources.” Katy Brock, RN
  • “HEAL-WA gives us quick access to high-quality information, continuing education credits, and educational materials. It's a 24/7 information source that you can access anywhere, anytime.” Katy Brock, RN
  • “With HEAL-WA, the state has made getting essential information for decision-making easier. The long-term result will be better quality of care for the people of Washington.” Tom Cloyd, Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • “Too often, we blow off accessing library resources because it's too much trouble. This gets rid of that excuse.” Tom Cloyd, Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • “If you make the path to a goal shorter, more people will get to that goal. HEAL-WA does this, by making crucial information more convenient and accessible.” Tom Cloyd, Licensed Mental Health Counselor