CAM Literature
On Monday 24th October 2005, in the presence of the Lord Lieutenant of Bedfordshire Mr Samuel Whitbread, Bedfordshire Integrated Health Group donated the “CAM” collection of books to Bedfordshire Libraries. The presentation was followed by a talk on ‘The role of Complementary and Alternative Medicine in today’s healthcare system,” by Dr Peter Davies, Dean of the School of Integrated Health at Westminster University.
Since the launch, the two book collections, sponsored by Bedford Allergy Support Group, have been issuing well, demonstrating the interest in books on allergies as well as complementary medicine. The full collection can now be found at Bedford Central Library.
In January 2007, Bedfordshire Libraries launched the Bedfordshire Books on Prescription service in all 17 of it’s libraries, working in partnership with the PCT. Each library has a collection of 35 books covering mild mental health conditions such as depression, panic attacks and anger management, as well as books on various other health matters.
Further details of the Bedfordshire Books on Prescription service can be obtained by contacting Anthea Stark, Senior Librarian, Community Link Services on 01234 350931.
