RSS
We now offer an RSS feed of the weekly Library Update. Use these URLs to subscribe:
What is RSS?
RSS stands for "RDF Site Summary" or "Rich Site Summary" (depending on who you ask). It is a way of getting the latest news from your favourite websites without visiting each site individually. You receive a list of headlines and web links published in a format which can be read by any desktop or web-based news reader program. You will see headlines and descriptions for the websites you have subscribed to whenever they are updated.
Benefits of RSS
- You control the content that is delivered to you.
- The content doesn't go to your email inbox - no spam!
- You save time by having all content listed in one place, rather than visiting multiple sites to read what interests you.
- Headlines and short descriptions make it easy to scan items and decide which to read in depth.
- Links take you straight to the news item - no searching!
Getting started
- Get a news reader - see a comprehensive list. Install unknown software at your own risk. Perhaps try a web-based service first, such as Bloglines.
- Subscribe to channels - see a list of some medical and health-related sites that may offer feeds. Follow the directions in your reader of choice to subscribe.
- Start reading your news!
Subscribing
Many sites have links to RSS feeds. Look for the the button which indicates
that a feed is available: 
When you select an RSS/XML link, a page will display which includes all the code. All you need is the URL; select and copy it from the location bar. You can also right click the link itself and select "Copy shortcut" or "Copy link location", depending on which browser you use. Copy this URL into your news reader to subscribe to your chosen feed.
Some sites now offer an even simpler method; look for the feed icons for readers such as Bloglines, Feedburner, Newsgator, My MSN, and Google. Selecting one of these icons will open your reader and add the feed automatically.