Terapija tjelovježbom u liječenju akutne nespecifične boli u donjem dijelu leđa Cilj sustavnog pregleda Pregledali smo dokaze o učinku terapije tjelovježbom kod odraslih s bolovima u donjem dijelu leđa koji traju šest tjedana ili manje. Dosadašnje spoznaje Bol u donjem dijelu leđa je česta i onesposobljavajuća i stvara značajan teret pogođenim pojedincima i društvu. Bol u donjem dijelu leđa često dovodi do smanjene kvalitete života, izostanaka s posla i značajnih troškova liječenja. Terapija tjelovježbom sastoji se od planirane ili strukturirane fizičke aktivnosti usmjerene na poboljšanje...

Dojenje ili majčino mlijeko kod proceduralne boli u novorođenih beba Pitanje sustavnog pregleda Istražili smo koliko dojenje ili dohrana humanim mlijekom (izdojeno majčino mlijeko koje se daje putem sonde za hranjenje ili peroralno) povoljno djeluje kao lijek protiv bolova u novorođenčadi tijekom podvrgavanja bolnim postupcima (npr. cijepljenje, ubod lancete u petu, vađenje krvi za pretrage ili pregledi očiju). Zdravstveni djelatnici su procijenili bolne reakcije beba (npr. promjene srčane frekvencije, razine kisika, krvnog tlaka, postotak vremena plakanja, trajanje plakanja itd.) kako bi...

Operativni pristup histerektomiji kod benignih ginekoloških bolesti Cilj sustavnog pregleda U ovom Cochraneovom sustavnom pregledu autori su pokušali odrediti najučinkovitiji i najsigurniji operativni pristup odstranjenju maternice (histerektomiji) kod benignih ginekoloških bolesti. Dosadašnje spoznaje Histerektomija kod benignih ginekoloških bolesti, najčešće zbog abnormalnog krvarenja iz maternice, prolapsa ili mioma, jedan je od najčešćih ginekoloških zahvata (30% žena u dobi do 60 godina, 590 000 zahvata godišnje u SAD-u). Postoji nekoliko operativnih pristupa. Abdominalnom...

Steroidni implantati za kronični uveitis koji nije uzrokovan infekcijom Što je kronični neinfektivni uveitis? Uveitisi su skupina očnih bolesti uzrokovanih upalom (crvenilo, oteklina, bol, itd.) unutar oka, što može dovesti do gubitka vida. Uveitis može biti posljedica infekcija ili neinfektivnih uzroka. Neinfektivni uveitis može nastati kao posljedica bolesti koja se javlja u drugim dijelovima tijela. Uvea (srednji sloj oka) ima mnogo krvnih žila. Ako se imunosni sustav bori s problemom na jednom mjestu, stanice i kemijske tvari koje stvara mogu putovati krvotokom i ući u oko, što dovodi do...

The Cochrane Early Career Professionals group aims to provide its members opportunities to enhance their knowledge, skills, and expertise by providing a platform for international networking with early career professionals or other members in the Cochrane community. They aim to focus on the development of leadership skills for the early career members of the Cochrane community and encourage the active involvement of the Early Career Professionals in shaping the mission and vision of the Cochrane community.

The team of Cochrane Early Career Professionals will be chatting with senior researchers and members of Cochrane on a podcast called 'Conversations with Cochrane'. Through the podcast episodes, you can learn about citizen science, issues around open-access, elements of review production, methods used in evidence synthesis, and how to get involved in Cochrane. 

"At Cochrane, nurturing aspiring minds and supporting professionals embarking on their career journey is part of the work we do. Our commitment is evident through initiatives like the Cochrane US Mentorship,  Cochrane International Mobility,  the student pathway to Cochrane Membership, and the Cochrane Early Career Professionals Network.

The podcast from the Early Career Professionals network is a great addition and we're looking forward to all the insight conversations to come - and that everyone can be a part of that!" 

- Rachel Klabunde, Interim Head of Membership, Learning and Support 

 

"We are really excited to introduce Cochrane ECP’s first podcast 'Conversations with Cochrane'! There are many ways in which early career professionals can get involved in Cochrane and develop leadership skills to support a scientific research career – follow our podcast and stay tuned for news and exciting opportunities!"

- Dr Elpida Vounzoulaki, Podcast Host and Chair of the Cochrane ECP group

'Conversations with Cochrane' is available in your favourite podcast app and on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music. 

Below is a listing of current episodes. 

An introduction to the Conversations with Cochrane podcast from current and future leadership of the Cochrane Early Career Professionals Network by Drs. Elpida Vounzoulaki, Santiago Castiello, and Neal Christopher. Listen as we introduce the aims and scope of this series. 

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Monday, August 28, 2023

Cochrane, a global independent network of researchers, professionals, patients, carers, and health enthusiasts is celebrating our 30th anniversary in 2023.

In 1987, the year before Archie Cochrane died, he referred to a systematic review of randomized controlled trials of care during pregnancy and childbirth as "a real milestone in the history of randomized trials and in the evaluation of care", and suggested that other specialties should copy the methods used. His encouragement, and the endorsement of his views by others, led to the opening of the first Cochrane Centre in Oxford, UK in 1992 and the founding of The Cochrane Collaboration in 1993.

Cochrane has released a new video to celebrate our 30 year anniversary, featuring interviews with key collaborators past and present.

At the #CochraneLondon Colloquium, Karla Soares-Weiser and Jimmy Volmink engaged in a thought-provoking discussion with Iain Chalmers, Muir Gray,  Jini Hetherington, and others. They explored the origins and inspirations behind the founding of Cochrane. View the PDF Slides.

We have also curated a collection of Cochrane Reviews that exemplify the enduring mission and innovative approaches taken by our organization. This Special Collection underscores the future of Cochrane, built upon its rich history of methodological diversity and unwavering dedication to meeting user needs.

• Visit the Cochrane Library Special Collection 
• Learn more about Cochrane's history 
• Purchase limited edition Cochrane 30th Anniversary items

Monday, October 2, 2023

Friday, August 25, 2023

Friday, August 25, 2023

Poboljšava li hormonska terapija seksualnu funkciju žena koje prolaze menopauzu ili nakon menopauze? Ključne poruke • Estrogen (hormon odgovoran za seksualni i reproduktivni razvoj žena) vjerojatno poboljšava seksualnu funkciju u usporedbi s placebom kad se koristi kao monoterapija. • Nisu jasni učinci estrogena uz gestogene, sintetske steroide (poput tibolona), kao niti selektivne modulatore estrogenskih receptora sa ili bez estrogena na seksualnu funkciju u usporedbi s placebom ili izostankom terapije. • Hormonska terapija, režim doziranja i upitnici korišteni za procjenu učinkovitosti...

Specifications: Permanent – Full Time
Salary:  £27,070 per Annum  
Location: (Remote – Flexible) Candidates anywhere from the world will be considered; however, Cochrane’s Central Executive Team is only able to offer consultancy contracts outside these countries.
Directorate: EPM
Closing date: 06 September 2023
 
Cochrane is an international charity. For 30 years we have responded to the challenge of making vast amounts of research evidence useful for informing decisions about health. We do this by synthesising research findings and our work has been recognised as the international gold standard for high quality, trusted information.

Cochrane's strength is in its collaborative, global community. We have 110,000+ members and supporters around the world. Though we are spread out across the globe, our shared passion for health evidence unites us. Our Central Executive Team supports this work and is divided into four directorates: Evidence Production and Methods, Publishing and Technology, Development, and Finance and Corporate Services.

To provide an efficient and responsive administrative, organisational, and logistical service to the Editor in Chief (EiC) and the leadership team of the Evidence Production & Methods Directorate (EPM). Support operational activities of the directorate, including management of the Editorial Board.
       
Don’t have every single qualification? We know that some people are less likely to apply for a job unless they are a perfect match. At Cochrane, we’re not looking for “perfect matches.” We’re looking to welcome people to our diverse, inclusive, and passionate workplace. So, if you’re excited about this role but don’t have every single qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. Whether it’s this role or another one, you may be just the right candidate.

Our organization is built on four core values: Collaboration: Underpins everyting we do, locally and globally. Relevant: The right evidence at the right time in the right format. Integrity: Independent and transparent. Quality: Reviewing and improving what we do, maintaining rigour and trust.  

You can expect: 

• An opportunity to truly impact health globally  
• A flexible work environment  
• A comprehensive onboarding experiences
• An environment where people feel welcome, heard, and included, regardless of their differences

Cochrane welcomes applications from a wide range of perspectives, experiences, locations and backgrounds; diversity, equity and inclusion are key to our values.

How to apply

• For further information on the role and how to apply, please click here
• The deadline to receive your application is 6th Sep, 2023.
• The supporting statement should indicate why you are applying for the post, and how far you meet the requirements, using specific examples. 
• Read our Recruitment Privacy Statement

Wednesday, August 23, 2023 Category: Jobs

Psihološke terapije za osobe oboljele od teške i dugotrajne anoreksije nervoze Ključne poruke 1. Jedno malo istraživanje osoba oboljelih od teške i dugotrajne anoreksije nervoze uspoređivalo je dvije terapije: kognitivno-bihevioralnu terapiju i specijalističko kliničko liječenje. 2. Nema dovoljno dokaza da bi se sa sigurnošću moglo reći da je neka određena terapija učinkovitija od druge. 3. Potrebno je provesti veća istraživanja kako bi istražili dobrobiti liječenja osoba oboljelih od teške i dugotrajne anoreksije nervoze. Zašto je ovaj sustavni pregled važan? Anoreksija nervoza poremećaj je...

Tuesday, August 22, 2023

Koliko su uspješni programi zdrave prehrane u predškolskim ustanovama, vrtićima i ustanovama za skrb o djeci? Ključne poruke • Programi zdrave prehrane koji se provode u ustanovama za obrazovanje i skrb u ranom djetinjstvu (engl. early childhood education and care, ECEC) (npr. predškolske ustanove, dječji vrtić, obiteljski vrtić) mogu poboljšati kvalitetu dječje prehrane, vjerojatno povećati konzumaciju voća, mogu imati povoljne učinke na konzumaciju povrća, ali vjerojatno neće utjecati na konzumaciju manje zdrave hrane i pića zaslađenih šećerom. Mogu imati povoljan učinak na djetetovu...

Lijekovi za djecu s refluksom Istraživačko pitanje Koje je najbolje i najsigurnije liječenje za bebe i djecu s gastroezofagealnim refluksom? Ključne poruke: - dokazi o lijekovima za bebe s gastroezofagealnim refluksom/refluksnom bolešću su vrlo nepouzdani; - dokazi o učincima inhibitora protonske pumpe za djecu s gastroezofagealnom refluksnom bolešću su vrlo nepouzdani. Nije bilo odgovarajućih dokaza za donošenje zaključaka za druge lijekove. Što je gastroezofagealni refluks? Gastroezofagealni refluks (GER) se događa kad se želučani sadržaj vraća u jednjak (mišićnu cijev koja povezuje grlo...

Monday, August 21, 2023

Cochrane appoints new Governing Board interim Chair, Jordi Pardo Pardo and says farewell to two outgoing Trustees, Catherine Marshall and Tracey Howe

Cochrane is an international non-profit network, which sets the gold standard for synthesizing health research findings  to facilitate evidence-based health care.  Cochrane Reviews, found in the Cochrane Library, are up-to-date, follow a rigorous scientific methodology, and are free from commercial conflicts of interest. Health professionals, patients, and policy makers trust Cochrane Reviews for their healthcare decision-making. Cochrane works with researchers, health professionals, patients, policy makers, and media representatives from around the world to make Cochrane Reviews relevant and usable.

Cochrane's Governing Board is responsible for setting Cochrane's strategic direction and overseeing the work of the Chief Executive Officer, Editor in Chief, and Central Executive Team.

Cochrane’s Governing Board has appointed Jordi Pardo Pardo as new interim Chair. He will be taking over from Catherine Marshall and Tracey Howe who have been serving as Co-Chairs of the Board. Catherine's maximum four-year term will conclude in September 2023, and Tracey, whose term was set to end September 2024, has decided to step down this September due to personal circumstances.

Jordi Pardo Pardo, a longstanding member of the Board, former Managing Editor of Cochrane Musculoskeletal and current senior advisor with the Health Equity Thematic Network, will be taking over as interim Chair, effective from 5th September 2023. His appointment was made by the Governing Board during their May meeting. Jordi will serve in this role for a period of up to one year while a permanent Chair is recruited. The Governance and Nomination Committee will oversee the recruitment process and make a recommendation to the Board of Trustees.

Jordi’s tenure with Cochrane dates back to 1997 when he joined the Iberoamerican Cochrane Centre and contributed to the expansion of the Iberoamerican network. He has been part of the Lung Cancer group, the Equity Methods Group, Cochrane Canada and Cochrane Musculoskeletal, before joining the newly created Equity Thematic Network.

"I'm humbled by the opportunity to expand on the work that Tracey and Catherine have led to transform our organization. As we navigate into a new structure, I’m excited to explore the opportunities that a move to open access could bring to Cochrane and the world. I’m looking forward to working with our talented community to grow our reach and impact.”

- Jordi Pardo Pardo

Catherine Spencer, Cochrane CEO, extended a warm welcome to Jordi as interim Chair observing: “Jordi Pardo Pardo has an excellent understanding of both the workings of the Governing Board and the purpose of Cochrane. His appointment is welcomed by the Central Executive Team to ensure continuity as Catherine Marshall and Tracey Howe’s time comes to a close.”

She further expressed sincere gratitude to Catherine and Tracey for their unwavering dedication, leadership and invaluable contributions to Cochrane while wishing them all the best in their future endeavours.

• Learn more about Cochrane's governance and management

Tuesday, August 22, 2023

Specifications: Permanent – Full Time
Salary:  £60,000 per Annum (1.0 FTE)
Location: Remote – UK Based
Closing date: 04 September 2023

Cochrane is an international charity. For 30 years we have responded to the challenge of making vast amounts of research evidence useful for informing decisions about health. We do this by synthesising research findings and our work has been recognised as the international gold standard for high quality, trusted information.

Cochrane's strength is in its collaborative, global community. We have 110,000+ members and supporters around the world. Though we are spread out across the globe, our shared passion for health evidence unites us. Our Central Executive Team supports this work and is divided into four directorates: Evidence Production and Methods, Publishing and Technology, Development, and Finance and Corporate Services.

The Head of Editorial Policy and Research Integrity is responsible for Cochrane’s editorial policies and research integrity and methods standards. They will ensure Cochrane’s review production processes and systems support efficient and trusted review production, with a focus on improving author experience. This role involves editorial and operational leadership, working closely with colleagues across the Evidence Production & Methods and Publishing and Technology directorates to ensure Cochrane’s product development aligns with its strategic priorities.   

Don’t have every single qualification? We know that some people are less likely to apply for a job unless they are a perfect match. At Cochrane, we’re not looking for “perfect matches.” We’re looking to welcome people to our diverse, inclusive, and passionate workplace. So, if you’re excited about this role but don’t have every single qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. Whether it’s this role or another one, you may be just the right candidate.

Our organization is built on four core values: Collaboration: Underpins everything we do, locally and globally. Relevant: The right evidence at the right time in the right format. Integrity: Independent and transparent. Quality: Reviewing and improving what we do, maintaining rigour and trust.  

You can expect: 

• An opportunity to truly impact health globally  
• A flexible work environment  
• A comprehensive on boarding experiences
• An environment where people feel welcome, heard, and included, regardless of their differences

Cochrane welcomes applications from a wide range of perspectives, experiences, locations and backgrounds; diversity, equity and inclusion are key to our values.

How to apply

• For further information on the role and how to apply, please click here
• The deadline to receive your application is 04th Sep, 2023.
• The supporting statement should indicate why you are applying for the post, and how far you meet the requirements, using specific examples. 
• Read our Recruitment Privacy Statement

Monday, August 21, 2023 Category: Jobs

Monday, August 21, 2023

Lijekovi za ublažavanje boli u djece s akutnom upalom srednjeg uha Ključne poruke - Trenutačni dokazi o učinkovitosti lijekova protiv bolova, samostalno ili u kombinaciji s drugim lijekovima, za ublažavanje boli u uhu u djece s akutnom upalom srednjeg uha su ograničeni. - I paracetamol (acetaminofen) i ibuprofen samostalno mogu biti učinkovitiji od placeba u ublažavanju kratkotrajne boli u uhu u djece s akutnom upalom srednjeg uha. Nismo sigurni postoji li razlika u učinku ibuprofena i paracetamola, ibuprofena koji se primjenjuje uz paracetamol te paracetamola koji se primjenjuje samostalno,...

Naočale sa zaštitom od plavog svjetla za sprječavanje zamora vida, kvalitetu spavanja i funkciju makule (žute pjege) Cilj Cochraneovog sustavnog pregleda Cilj ovog sustavnog pregleda bio je ispitati moguće povoljne učinke i sigurnost naočala sa zaštitom od plavog svjetla, poznate i kao naočale za računalo, na funkciju očiju, zaštitu makule i kvalitetu sna. Autori ovog sustavnog pregleda prikupili su i analizirali sva važna ispitivanja kako bi saželi najbolje dostupne znanstvene dokaze. Ključne poruke Naočale sa zaštitom od plavog svjetla vjerojatno ne smanjuju zamor očiju povezan sa radom na...