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Heal-WA: Health Evidence Based Resource for Washington State
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Getting Started
Certain resources in HEAL-WA (indicated by a 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