Effects of an Evidence Service on Community-Based AIDS Organizations
Author Information
Author(s): Michael G. Wilson, John N. Lavis, Jeremy M. Grimshaw, R. Brian Haynes, Tsegaye Bekele, Sean B. Rourke
Primary Institution: McMaster University
Hypothesis
Does the 'full serve' evidence service increase the use of research evidence by community-based organizations compared to a 'self-serve' service?
Conclusion
The study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of an evidence service designed to help community-based organizations use research evidence.
Supporting Evidence
- The SHARE service includes an online database of HIV-relevant systematic reviews.
- Organizations will be randomized to receive either the full-serve or self-serve version of SHARE.
- The study will measure the mean number of logins per month as a primary outcome.
Takeaway
This study is trying to see if a special service can help organizations that work with people affected by HIV use research better.
Methodology
A two-arm randomized controlled trial with a follow-up qualitative process study.
Potential Biases
Potential for bias due to the involvement of authors in the development of the SHARE database.
Limitations
The sample size is relatively small and there may be contamination between intervention and control groups.
Participant Demographics
Community-based organizations affiliated with the Canadian AIDS Society.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.05
Confidence Interval
95%
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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