Evidence resources

There are excellent resources available locally, nationally and internationally that can help you with your evidence search. This page provides a selection of the ones we find most helpful.

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Case studies

Direct access to physiotherapy

This case study assesses the evidence regarding the effectiveness of direct access (including models such as PhysioDirect) to physiotherapy.

Lifestyle weight management services for children and adolescents

This case study follows the 5-step process for accessing and using evidence in response to requests regarding Lifestyle Weight Management Services (LWMS).

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Guidance

AACODS checklist (Authority, Accuracy, Coverage, Objectivity, Date, Significance) for evaluating grey literature

The AACODS checklist is designed to enable evaluation and critical appraisal of grey literature.

Lancaster University on grey literature

Grey literature section of the Lancaster University library.

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Services and support

Oxford Centre for Evidence-Based Medicine (CEBM)

The Oxford Centre for Evidence-Based Medicine (CEBM) develops, teaches, promotes and disseminates better evidence for health care.

NHS Knowledge and Library Hub

High quality, NHS-funded, knowledge and evidence resources.

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Training resources

What is health evidence?

This 3½-minute video highlights the impact of finding and using evidence. It covers where to look for evidence and top tips from commissioners and GP Clinical Evidence Fellows.

Cochrane training: accessible introduction to health evidence

A free online resource introducing health evidence and how to use it to make informed health choices.

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Case studies

Find inspiration for your own evidence search with these real life examples

Guidance

Guidance from a range of organisations for in-depth advice

Services and support

Knowledgeable organisations who may be able to help you

Training resources

Want to learn more? Our training resources are a good place to start