If you cannot beat them, join them! Using Health 2.0 and popular Internet applications to improve information literacy

Abstract

The popularity of Health 2.0 technologies has grown exponentially in recent years. They are increasingly being used to inform and support professional practice. This article discusses the use of the health facet of Web 2.0 applications by health professionals. In particular, it considers their value in the delivery of information literacy agendas by health librarians for health professionals. © 2011 The authors. Health Information and Libraries Journal © 2011 Health Libraries Group.