PARKING UPDATE: Parking in the back lot at the Eastside Branch will be unavailable from Thursday, July 31 to Monday, August 4 due to Waterloo Ribfest. Parking at the front of the library will still be available. The returns slot will remain open and accessible to customers. 

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Mayo Clinic

Make informed health decisions with Mayo Clinic, a trusted resource offering accurate, evidence-based, and inclusive health information that’s easy to understand and actionable.

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Medline Plus

Find trusted, easy-to-understand health and wellness information with MedlinePlus, your source for high-quality medical resources.

Merck Manual Consumer Version

Access reliable medical knowledge with The Merck Manual, a trusted resource offering accurate and accessible information for medical professionals, students, veterinarians, and consumers alike.

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Novelist

Novelist is your gateway to discovering the perfect book, offering a treasure trove of recommendations, reviews, and reading insights so that you can find your next read with ease.

Novelist K-8

Introduce young readers to the joy of literature with Novelist K-8, which provides tailored book recommendations, reviews, and reading suggestions, fostering a love for reading in children and helping even the pickiest of readers find their next favourite read.

O’Reilly Media

O’Reilly media offers resources for computer programmers, business professionals, makers and gamers. Browse the high-end tech eBooks, eAudiobooks, and learning pathways designed for professionals, or those beginning to learn STEM.

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