An argument within evidence-based research is that it is not enough that clinical research is valid – it also has to be of value for society and the scientific community. To create value we need the perspective from all involved stakeholders – particularly consumers of clinical research.
Cochrane has prepared an online learning resource for systematic review authors to help them get patients, their families and carers, as well as other members of the public and health care teams involved in the production of reviews.
This is a great initiative and we urge everyone to use and share this tool to help us to involve people in clinical research.