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Febburary XX, 2007

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Got a Medical Question? Get the 4-1-1 from Your Medical Librarian

CHICAGO, DATE , 2007 --- Tap into the 4-1-1 on medical information, on Wednesday, April 11, 2007, when the Medical Library Association (MLA) celebrates "Medical Information Day" in recognition of the invaluable information and vast range of services medical librarians provide for their institutions and local communities.

(Please note: This bolded section should be completed by a member of the library staff) To celebrate information day and learn more about how medical librarians can help you, the staff at [insert library name] invites you for a [insert activity here] at XX address/time. In addition, we will host an orientation about our services on [insert date]. This session is free and open to the general public.

The Medical Library Association's members are trained to assist physicians, medical students, nurses, patients, and consumers by providing them with the most accurate medical information available. Whether it be the most current information on research, medical procedures, diagnosis, or treatments and outcomes, their expertise is critical to quality health care.

MLA is a nonprofit, educational organization with more than 4,500 health sciences information professional members worldwide. Founded in 1898, MLA provides lifelong educational opportunities, supports a knowledgebase of health information research, and works with a global network of partners to promote the importance of quality information for improved health to the health care community and the public.

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