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New Data Sharing Policy

PCORI’s Board of Governors approved a new policy calling for researchers PCORI funds to share their data sets and documentation for reanalysis and reuse. The new policy is among the most far-reaching adopted by publicly supported funders of health research. Read more

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September is Pain Awareness Month

Chronic pain is a major health problem, particularly among economically disadvantaged people. Learn more about approaches that teach people to think differently and cope more effectively with chronic pain. Learn more

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Older Adults Advise Researchers

Through an Engagement Award, an advisory board of older adults living in skilled nursing facilities and at home give their perspectives on future studies. Read more

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New Members Join PCORI Advisory Panels

PCORI's Board of Governors recently approved the selection or reappointment of 33 people to serve on five multi-stakeholder advisory panels. Learn more

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PCORI-Funded Study Provides Evidence on Transgender Health

In a new Annals of Internal Medicine paper, researchers report that hormone therapy for transgender women may carry cardiovascular risks. Learn more

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Research and Results

Keep up to date on the latest PCORI-funded projects to produce results. A growing number of studies are summarized in leading medical journals and presented at major scientific meetings. Read more

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Multiple Sclerosis

Evidence gaps make it difficult to know which multiple sclerosis treatment work best given a patient’s needs. PCORI funds studies that seek to help patients, clinicians, and others answer questions about treatment options. Learn more

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Engagement in Health Research Literature

Finding literature on engagement in health research can be challenging because there are no standard search terms or language for describing what engagement means in this context. PCORI staff members have put together a searchable list of publications on engagement in health research. Learn more

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