How do I get access to HEALWA?
Users must create a user ID and password to access the licensed resources on HEALWA. To set up your user ID, go to the Getting Started page and follow the directions there. Once your user ID is set up you’ll be able to use any of the resources contained in HEALWA without additional passwords.
Can students in health professions programs use HEALWA?
No, a student cannot access HEALWA. Access to HEALWA is based on an individual’s being licensed as a health care practitioner in one of the named professions. We recommend that students contact their institution’s library to learn what information resources and services they provide.
What is the best place to start to find information on HEALWA?
Our new Primary Care Provider Toolkit is a useful resource for everyone and allows quick access to many of our major resources.
What if I can’t find the article I need?
If you don’t see the article you need on HEALWA, contact us (Patricia Devine, devine@uw.edu). We can request it on interlibrary loan from another library for you.
How do I access continuing education (CE) for nurses in CINAHL?
You may access CE and set up a CINAHL CE account using the following instructions: CINAHL Continuing Education Modules
How do I change my email address?
Contact the Department of Health (DOH) in order to change your email address. Once the email address has been updated you can create a HEALWA username and password.