Related Experiment Video
Updated: May 21, 2026
06:05
The Participant-Reported Implementation Update and Score (PRIUS): A Novel Method for Capturing Implementation-Related Data Over Time
Published on: February 19, 2021
Tools for implementing an evidence-based approach in public health practice
Julie A Jacobs1, Ellen Jones, Barbara A Gabella
1Prevention Research Center in St. Louis, Brown School, Washington University in St. Louis, St. Louis, Missouri, USA.
Preventing Chronic Disease
|June 23, 2012
Summary
Public health practitioners can improve population health by using evidence-based public health (EBPH) strategies. Easily accessible online tools support EBPH implementation, enhancing health outcomes and resource sustainability.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Health Services Research
Background:
- Rising disease rates and funding limitations necessitate effective population health strategies.
- An evidence-based public health (EBPH) approach is crucial for practitioners to achieve health goals and conserve resources.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify easily accessible and time-efficient tools for implementing evidence-based public health (EBPH).
- To support public health practitioners in improving population health outcomes.
Main Methods:
- Researched and identified free online resources for EBPH implementation.
- Categorized tools into topic areas including training, surveillance, systematic reviews, economic evaluation, and gray literature.
Main Results:
- Multiple free online tools are available to support EBPH.
- Resources cover training, planning, US health surveillance, policy tracking, systematic reviews, evidence-based guidelines, economic evaluation, and gray literature.
Conclusions:
- Accessible tools can facilitate the systematic implementation of EBPH.
- Key EBPH elements include community engagement, data utilization, evidence-based decision-making, program planning, evaluation, and dissemination.
Related Concept Videos
01:12Statistical Software for Data Analysis and Clinical Trials
Statistical software is pivotal in data analysis and clinical trials by providing tools to analyze data, draw conclusions, and make predictions. These software packages range from simple data management applications to complex analytical platforms, supporting various statistical tests, models, and simulation techniques. Their significance lies in their ability to handle vast amounts of data with precision and efficiency, enabling researchers to validate hypotheses, identify trends, and make...
01:19Overview of Biostatistics in Health Sciences
Biostatistics involves the application of statistical techniques to scientific research in health-related fields, including biology and public health. These techniques are essential for designing studies, collecting data, and analyzing it to draw meaningful conclusions. Given the complexity of biological processes, particularly in studies involving human subjects, biostatistical methods are crucial for effectively organizing and interpreting data that might otherwise obscure underlying patterns...
01:18Steps in Outbreak Investigation
In the ever-evolving field of public health, statistical analysis serves as a cornerstone for understanding and managing disease outbreaks. By leveraging various statistical tools, health professionals can predict potential outbreaks, analyze ongoing situations, and devise effective responses to mitigate impact. For that to happen, there are a few possible stages of the analysis:
01:25Statistical Methods for Analyzing Epidemiological Data
Epidemiological data primarily involves information on specific populations' occurrence, distribution, and determinants of health and diseases. This data is crucial for understanding disease patterns and impacts, aiding public health decision-making and disease prevention strategies. The analysis of epidemiological data employs various statistical methods to interpret health-related data effectively. Here are some commonly used methods:
01:26Introduction to Epidemiology
Epidemiology, known as the cornerstone of public health, involves studying the distribution and determinants of health-related events in defined populations and applying these insights to control health issues. This is essential for understanding how diseases spread, identifying populations at greater risk, and implementing measures to control or prevent outbreaks. Epidemiology addresses not only infectious diseases but also non-communicable conditions like cancer and cardiovascular disease,...
01:22Healthcare Associated Infections II: Preventive Measures
Essential infection prevention measures are based on the knowledge of the infection chain, the modes of transmission in healthcare settings, and the use of the best practices in all healthcare settings. Compulsory public reporting of healthcare-associated infection rates is needed to allow individuals and the community to make informed choices regarding selecting a healthcare facility.
The best practices for preventing healthcare-associated infections include hand hygiene, patient risk...
The best practices for preventing healthcare-associated infections include hand hygiene, patient risk...