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Improving the Reporting on Health Equity in Observational Research (STROBE-Equity): Extension Checklist and
Omar Dewidar1,2, Larissa Shamseer3, G J Melendez-Torres4
1Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
JAMA Network Open
|September 3, 2025
Summary
Researchers developed STROBE-Equity, an extension to the Strengthening the Reporting of Observational Studies in Epidemiology (STROBE) statement. This new guideline enhances reporting of health equity considerations in observational studies, promoting more equitable health research.
Area of Science:
- Epidemiology
- Health Equity Research
- Biostatistics
Background:
- Observational studies are crucial for health equity insights.
- Current reporting guidelines like STROBE lack specific health equity considerations.
- Health equity addresses avoidable, unfair differences in health outcomes due to systemic inequities.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop an extension of the STROBE statement (STROBE-Equity) to address the gap in reporting health equity.
- To provide specific guidance for reporting health equity data and considerations in observational studies.
Main Methods:
- Developed a consensus- and evidence-based guideline using integrated knowledge translation.
- Prioritized diversity in research team and steering committees.
- Extended the STROBE checklist with 10 new items for health equity reporting, informed by literature reviews, interviews, surveys, and expert consensus.
Main Results:
- The STROBE-Equity extension includes 10 specific items for reporting health equity.
- Each item provides explanations and examples of transparent reporting practices.
- The extension aims to improve the reporting of health equity data in observational studies.
Conclusions:
- Using STROBE-Equity alongside STROBE can significantly improve health equity reporting.
- Enhanced reporting facilitates better identification and application of evidence for populations facing inequities.
- This advancement supports more equitable health research and decision-making.
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