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Learn how to use the major health databases to find the best available evidence for your research

Introduction to Cochrane Library

Searching the Cochrane Library
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Collection of databases in medicine and other healthcare specialities provided by Cochrane. At its core is the collection of Cochrane Reviews, a database of systematic reviews and meta-analyses which summarize and interpret the results of medical research.
Includes the Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, Cochrane Clinical Answers, and more.

Searching the Cochrane Library
Learn how to search The Cochrane Library using a combination of Medical Subject Headings (MeSH) and keywords.

Follow the slides in the activity below to see how to search the Cochrane Library using MeSH and keywords.

Searching the Cochrane Library
Click the link to view a short video demonstrating the search features of the Cochrane Library including search display and filters.
How to use the Cochrane Library
Use these resources to help you better navigate and benefit from the Cochrane Library content and features.

Video: Searching the Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews (2:26)