Twenty years of the Cochrane Collaboration

Area of Science:

• Health Sciences
• Evidence-Based Medicine
• Public Health

Background:

• The Cochrane Collaboration was founded in 1993.
• It aims to provide a critical evidence base for healthcare decision-making.
• This article focuses on a specific group within the Collaboration.

Purpose of the Study:

• To commemorate the 20th anniversary of The Cochrane Collaboration.
• To illustrate the activities and contributions of the Cochrane Oral Health Group.
• To highlight the importance of evidence synthesis in healthcare.

Main Methods:

• Review of the Cochrane Collaboration's history and mission.
• Description of the organizational structure and focus of the Cochrane Oral Health Group.
• Case study approach to showcase specific work.

Main Results:

• The Cochrane Collaboration has been a significant force in evidence-based healthcare for two decades.
• The Cochrane Oral Health Group plays a vital role in synthesizing research for oral health.
• The group's work supports informed decision-making at multiple levels.

Conclusions:

• The Cochrane Collaboration continues to be a crucial resource for health professionals and policymakers.
• The Cochrane Oral Health Group exemplifies the Collaboration's commitment to providing reliable evidence.
• Continued support for such groups is essential for advancing evidence-based practice in oral health.