PubMed Search Skill

Search PubMed using keywords, MeSH terms, and date filters.

Updated Feb 2, 2026

Search Tags:#research #citations #health #ncbi #pubmed #medical literature

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/peterpine83/tools --skill pubmed-search-skill

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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: PubMed Search Skill
Source: https://github.com/peterpine83/tools/tree/main/mdlinx-trends/agent/workspace/skills/pubmed
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/peterpine83/tools --skill pubmed-search-skill

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps users find peer-reviewed medical literature on PubMed, which is crucial for verifying medical claims, researching health topics, and building evidence summaries.

Core Features & Use Cases

PubMed Search: Find articles using keywords, MeSH terms, and filters.
Article Fetching: Retrieve full article details or abstracts by PMID.
Citation Formatting: Provides a standard format for citing medical literature.
Use Case: A researcher needs to find the latest systematic reviews on the efficacy of a new drug. They can use this Skill to search PubMed, filter for systematic reviews, and retrieve abstracts to assess relevance.

Quick Start

Search PubMed for articles about vaccine misinformation published in 2024.

Frequently Asked Questions about PubMed Search Skill

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema

How do I search PubMed for peer-reviewed medical literature using keywords and MeSH terms?▼

To search PubMed for peer-reviewed medical literature, you can use keywords, MeSH terms, and date filters to find relevant articles. The Skill retrieves article details and abstracts by PMID to support evidence-based research and claim verification.

Can I retrieve full article abstracts from PubMed using a PMID?▼

Yes, you can retrieve full article details and abstracts from PubMed by providing a PMID. This allows you to assess the relevance of peer-reviewed medical literature for evidence summaries and medical claim verification.

Does searching PubMed with this method support API key integration for higher rate limits?▼

Searching PubMed with this method supports API key integration to increase rate limits. This ensures smoother retrieval of medical literature details and abstracts during extensive evidence-based research queries.

What is the best way to find systematic reviews on PubMed for a specific medical topic?▼

The best way to find systematic reviews on PubMed is by searching with specific keywords, MeSH terms, and date filters. You can then retrieve abstracts by PMID to quickly assess the relevance of the medical literature.

Can I format citations for medical literature found on NCBI PubMed?▼

Yes, you can format citations for medical literature found on NCBI PubMed. The Skill provides a standard format for citing articles, which is crucial for building evidence summaries and verifying medical claims.

How do I filter PubMed medical literature searches by publication date?▼

You can filter PubMed medical literature searches by applying date filters alongside keywords and MeSH terms. This narrows the results to specific publication periods, helping you find the most recent peer-reviewed articles.