Evidence-based Practice Centers (EPC)-Related Articles, January 16, 2015

Annals of Internal Medicine
Reuben DB, Alvanzo AA, Ashikaga T, Bogat GA, Callahan CM, Ruffing V, Steffens DC. National Institutes of Health Pathways to Prevention Workshop: the role of opioids in the treatment of chronic pain. Ann Intern Med 2015 Feb 17; 162(4):295-300. [Based in part on AHRQ-funded systematic review by Chou et al. (Ann Intern Med, 2015) performed by the Northwest EPC.]   Select to access the abstract.

Journal of Health and Human Services Administration
Sirpal S. The Affordable Care Act and incentivized health wellness programs—a tale of federalism and shifting administrative burden. J Health Hum Serv Adm 2014 Winter; 37(3):327-49. [Cites findings from AHRQ Evidence Report/Technology Assessment. Economic Incentives for Preventive Care, 2004, prepared by the University of Minnesota EPC.]

Journal of the Medical Library Association
Ports KA, Ayers A, Crocker W, Hart A, Mosavel M, Rafie C. Community perceptions and utilization of a consumer health center. J Med Libr Assoc 2015 Jan; 103(1):35-9. [Cites AHRQ Evidence Report/Technology Assessment, Literacy and Health Outcomes, 2004, and associated updated systematic review by Berkman et al. (Ann Intern Med, 2011).] Select to access the abstract.

Zhonghua Nei Ke Za Zhi
Zhang L, Duan L, Liu Y, Leng Y, Zhang H, Liu Z, Wang K.  [A meta-analysis of the prevalence and risk factors of irritable bowel syndrome in Chinese community]. Chinese. Zhonghua Nei Ke Za Zhi 2014 Dec; 53(12):969-75. Chinese. [Uses the criteria for cross-sectional studies recommended by AHRQ to assess the quality of studies reviewed.] Select to access the abstract.