This article explores circadian rhythm, the prevalence of its disruption in modern society, and its affects on cancer.
This blog presents the abstract of a literature review and critical appraisal on ‘timeliness of the intranasal route of medicines delivery for acute pain in paediatrics’.
This month the media ran several stories about a study exploring the relationship between health and work-life balance. Are we working ourselves towards ill health?
Yousif examines the HIP ATTACK trial, appraises the primary composite endpoint, verifies the assessment and then thinks of ways to interpret the result.
COVID-19 has highlighted the inefficiencies that exist in clinical research, as well as the frailties of the current publishing system. This blog examines two prominent examples from the pandemic.
Our library features links to a range of resources that can help you get to grips with various aspects of evidence-based healthcare. From statistics tutorials to guidance on how to critically appraise a paper. This page is continually updated, so do let us know if you know of resources that are missing.
If you’d like to blog for Students 4 Best Evidence, but are feeling unsure where to start, have a look at this list of suggested blog topics.
A patient’s most common reasons for visiting the dentist. While antibiotics are effective for treating numerous infections, how efficacious are they in treatment of toothache?
This blog provides an introduction to critically appraising diagnostic studies. Find out what questions are important to ask as you go through a paper.
Last week the media ran several stories about a research study exploring the link between loneliness, smoking behaviours, and alcohol use. How does the evidence disentangle cause and effect?
This blog presents the abstract of a literature review and critical appraisal on the topic of ‘paramedic decision-making to commence or withhold resuscitation attempts in the absence of a ‘Do Not Attempt Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (DNACPR) order’.
This blog presents the abstract of a literature review and critical appraisal on the topic of ‘effective management by paramedics when caring for patients requiring end of life decision-making’.
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This blog introduces you to the concept of confounding. There is a clear explanation and then examples and methods to minimise the effect of confounding during study design and statistical analysis.
This page provides a brief introduction to Cochrane and highlights some of the Cochrane platforms you can participate in, connect with, and learn from. Participate in Cochrane’s mission to produce and promote trusted health evidence.
Conducting successful research requires choosing the appropriate study design. This article describes the most common types of designs conducted by researchers.