QResearch
QResearch
QResearch (/kjuː rɪˈsɜːrtʃ/) is a not-for-profit organization that provides a large-scale data resource of anonymized health records for public health research.
Etymology
The term "QResearch" is a combination of the words 'Quality' and 'Research', reflecting the organization's commitment to improving healthcare through high-quality research.
History
QResearch was established in 2002 by Professor Julia Hippisley-Cox and Professor David Stables at the University of Nottingham. The database has since grown to include health records from over 1500 general practices in the UK.
Data
The QResearch database contains anonymized health records for approximately 35 million patients. This includes information on demographics, diagnoses, prescriptions, and clinical outcomes. The data is updated annually and is used for a wide range of public health research.
Research
QResearch has been used in numerous studies to investigate a variety of health conditions and treatments. This includes research on cardiovascular disease, cancer, mental health, and infectious diseases. The findings from these studies have contributed to improvements in healthcare policy and practice.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on QResearch
- Wikipedia's article - QResearch
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