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In 2020, Cochrane’s editorial response to COVID-19 pandemic brought together collaborations across our global organization to publish reviews addressing stakeholder needs as they emerged. Large, highly organized review teams worked together to produce evidence addressing priorities in treatment, prevention, and diagnostics. In 2021, Cochrane...
16 Июня 2021
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In this recently published Cochrane review, authors explored the effects of treating acute ischaemic stroke with endovascular thrombectomy and intra-arterial interventions.
First author Melinda Roaldsen said: "This review of endovascular thrombectomy for acute ischaemic stroke strongly reinforces the efficacy and safety of endovascular...
15 Июня 2021
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Dr Murray Enkin, whose work contributed to the creation of Cochrane, died on 6 June 2021.
An obstetrics pioneer and prominent influencer in the early days of the formation of Cochrane, Dr Murray Enkin was instrumental in developing evidence-based perinatal clinical trials and systematic reviews, challenging many common interventions not supported...
14 Июня 2021
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Research evaluation of the Cochrane COVID-19 Study Register finds high comprehensiveness for interventional studies and added value to review authors for containing additional references for eligible studies.
The Cochrane COVID-19 Study Register (CCSR) is a freely available collection of study references on COVID-19. The CCSR links...
14 Июня 2021
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Cochrane is pleased to announce that on June 8, Cochrane Kenya launched at the 11th KASH (Kenya Medical Research Institute Annual Scientific and Health) Conference.
Cochrane Kenya is a geographical affiliate of the global Cochrane collaboration. It is also part of Cochrane Africa, a regional, independent Cochrane network of researchers,...
8 Июня 2021
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7 Июня 2021
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Latest episode of the Dementia Researcher podcast chats about the work of Cochrane, how we support evidence-informed decision making in healthcare, our work on undertaking systematic reviews, and how you could become involved.
The Cochrane Dementia and Cognitive Improvement Group create reviews and methods guidance on all aspects of dementia,...
7 Июня 2021
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Pressure ulcers, also known as pressure sores or bed sores, are wounds to the skin and underlying tissue caused by prolonged pressure or rubbing. People who have mobility problems or who lie in bed for long periods are at risk of developing pressure ulcers.
Cochrane Wounds has recently published a suite of reviews on this topic, lead...
4 Июня 2021
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Cochrane has submitted a statement to the 74th World Health Assembly, which is taking place virtually this week (24 May to 1 June).
The World Health Assembly (WHA) is the decision-making body of the World Health Organization (WHO) and is attended by representatives of all Member States.
Our statement emphasises the importance of clinical trial...
1 Июня 2021
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Lifeology’s tagline is ‘The place where science and art converge’. They offer a platform that brings together scientists, artists, and storytellers to help people better understand and engage with science and health information and research. One of the main ways they meet their objectives is through beautifully illustrated, science-backed, bite-...
1 Июня 2021
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The World Health Organization defines an infodemic as “overabundance of information – some accurate and some not – that occurs during an epidemic. It can lead to confusion and ultimately mistrust in governments and public health response”. This has been a particular challenge during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Cochrane US Senior Officer, Tiffany Duque...
31 May 2021
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Keen to get experience with systematic reviews, but not sure where to start? Or perhaps you’re already experienced, and want to help out? Can you help with translation work, or would you like to find collaborators for your evidence synthesis project?
TaskExchange is an online platform that connects people needing help with their systematic...
28 May 2021
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In 2020, people aged 60 years or over outnumber children under 5 years, for the first time in history; and by 2050, it is estimated that there will be more than twice as many people over 60 as children under 5, and outnumber adolescents and young people aged 15–24 years. To mark this change in our global population the UN Decade of Healthy Ageing...
28 May 2021
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31 May is World No Tobacco Day. It is organized by the World Health Organization to highlight the health and other risks associated with tobacco use, and advocate for effective policies to reduce tobacco consumption.
In support of World No Tobacco Day, the Cochrane Library presents a Special Collection which highlights a selection of new or...
27 May 2021
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Cochrane’s Governing Board is pleased to announce, with effect from 1 June 2021, the appointment of Judith Brodie as our new interim Chief Executive Officer. Judith will lead Cochrane as the organisation undergoes its search for a permanent CEO and ensure a smooth transition.
Governing Board Co-Chairs, Tracey Howe and Catherine Marshall...
26 May 2021
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25 May 2021
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In this author interview we find out more about this recently published Network Meta-analysis, New generation antidepressants for depression in children and adolescents. Authors Dr. Sarah Hetrick and Nick Meader tell us about this work.
What were you trying to find out with this Network Meta-Analysis?
We were trying to find out how well newer...
25 May 2021
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Cochrane Belgium, together with TranspariMED, Test Aankoop and Kom op tegen Kanker, recently released a report detailing the status of clinical trial transparency in Belgium.
The report used data collected on the EU Trials Tracker, which monitors the status of clinical trials recorded in the EU Clinical Trials Register. According to EU...
20 May 2021
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Updated review: Internet‐based cognitive and behavioural therapies for post‐traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in adults
Why was this review important?
Post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, is a common mental illness that can occur after a serious traumatic event. Symptoms include re-experiencing the trauma as nightmares, flashbacks,...
20 May 2021
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Living Review: Plasma from people who have recovered from COVID‐19 to treat individuals with COVID‐19
Updated 20 May, 2021
In less than a year, convalescent plasma, a treatment for COVID-19 patients, has been the subject of four Cochrane reviews. Updated as a living systematic review, the authors have gone from investigating this as an exciting...
20 May 2021
In 2020, Cochrane’s editorial response to COVID-19 pandemic brought together collaborations across our global organization to publish reviews addressing stakeholder needs as they emerged. Large, highly organized review teams worked together to produce evidence addressing priorities in treatment, prevention, and diagnostics. In 2021, Cochrane...16 Июня 2021
In this recently published Cochrane review, authors explored the effects of treating acute ischaemic stroke with endovascular thrombectomy and intra-arterial interventions. First author Melinda Roaldsen said: "This review of endovascular thrombectomy for acute ischaemic stroke strongly reinforces the efficacy and safety of endovascular...15 Июня 2021
Dr Murray Enkin, whose work contributed to the creation of Cochrane, died on 6 June 2021. An obstetrics pioneer and prominent influencer in the early days of the formation of Cochrane, Dr Murray Enkin was instrumental in developing evidence-based perinatal clinical trials and systematic reviews, challenging many common interventions not supported...14 Июня 2021
Research evaluation of the Cochrane COVID-19 Study Register finds high comprehensiveness for interventional studies and added value to review authors for containing additional references for eligible studies.
Cochrane is pleased to announce that on June 8, Cochrane Kenya launched at the 11th KASH (Kenya Medical Research Institute Annual Scientific and Health) Conference. Cochrane Kenya is a geographical affiliate of the global Cochrane collaboration. It is also part of Cochrane Africa, a regional, independent Cochrane network of researchers,...8 Июня 2021
Featured review: Training healthcare providers to respond to intimate partner violence against women7 Июня 2021
Latest episode of the Dementia Researcher podcast chats about the work of Cochrane, how we support evidence-informed decision making in healthcare, our work on undertaking systematic reviews, and how you could become involved. The Cochrane Dementia and Cognitive Improvement Group create reviews and methods guidance on all aspects of dementia,...7 Июня 2021
Pressure ulcers, also known as pressure sores or bed sores, are wounds to the skin and underlying tissue caused by prolonged pressure or rubbing. People who have mobility problems or who lie in bed for long periods are at risk of developing pressure ulcers.
Cochrane has submitted a statement to the 74th World Health Assembly, which is taking place virtually this week (24 May to 1 June). The World Health Assembly (WHA) is the decision-making body of the World Health Organization (WHO) and is attended by representatives of all Member States. Our statement emphasises the importance of clinical trial...1 Июня 2021
Lifeology’s tagline is ‘The place where science and art converge’. They offer a platform that brings together scientists, artists, and storytellers to help people better understand and engage with science and health information and research. One of the main ways they meet their objectives is through beautifully illustrated, science-backed, bite-...1 Июня 2021
The World Health Organization defines an infodemic as “overabundance of information – some accurate and some not – that occurs during an epidemic. It can lead to confusion and ultimately mistrust in governments and public health response”. This has been a particular challenge during the COVID-19 pandemic. Cochrane US Senior Officer, Tiffany Duque...31 May 2021
Keen to get experience with systematic reviews, but not sure where to start? Or perhaps you’re already experienced, and want to help out? Can you help with translation work, or would you like to find collaborators for your evidence synthesis project?
In 2020, people aged 60 years or over outnumber children under 5 years, for the first time in history; and by 2050, it is estimated that there will be more than twice as many people over 60 as children under 5, and outnumber adolescents and young people aged 15–24 years. To mark this change in our global population the UN Decade of Healthy Ageing...28 May 2021
31 May is World No Tobacco Day. It is organized by the World Health Organization to highlight the health and other risks associated with tobacco use, and advocate for effective policies to reduce tobacco consumption. In support of World No Tobacco Day, the Cochrane Library presents a Special Collection which highlights a selection of new or...27 May 2021
Cochrane’s Governing Board is pleased to announce, with effect from 1 June 2021, the appointment of Judith Brodie as our new interim Chief Executive Officer. Judith will lead Cochrane as the organisation undergoes its search for a permanent CEO and ensure a smooth transition.
25 May 2021
In this author interview we find out more about this recently published Network Meta-analysis, New generation antidepressants for depression in children and adolescents. Authors Dr. Sarah Hetrick and Nick Meader tell us about this work. What were you trying to find out with this Network Meta-Analysis? We were trying to find out how well newer...25 May 2021
Cochrane Belgium, together with TranspariMED, Test Aankoop and Kom op tegen Kanker, recently released a report detailing the status of clinical trial transparency in Belgium.
Updated review: Internet‐based cognitive and behavioural therapies for post‐traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in adults Why was this review important?
Living Review: Plasma from people who have recovered from COVID‐19 to treat individuals with COVID‐19 Updated 20 May, 2021 In less than a year, convalescent plasma, a treatment for COVID-19 patients, has been the subject of four Cochrane reviews. Updated as a living systematic review, the authors have gone from investigating this as an exciting...20 May 2021