Page last revised: September 21, 2011

CASE STUDIES

These short case studies highlight some of the recent research projects which are using, or have used, linked data to inform policy-making and lead to healthier communities.

Cover of the Richmond Children First, Chinese Development GuideEDI research benefits Richmond children and families


boy and girl readingHow do early experiences shape children’s later academic achievement?

air qualityIs there a "safe" level of air pollution in rural British Columbia?

knee surgeryDoes expedited surgery in private clinics shorten injured workers’ disability duration?

seniorsDoes ethnicity impact diabetes prevalence and the risk of heart failure?

water pipeDo we need to reassess our sewer system standards?


syringeIs long-term beta-interferon treatment for multiple sclerosis effective?

Reducing early childhood vulnerability will yield big gains for BC economy

Antidepressants in pregnancy increase likelihood of adverse effects on newborn babies

Full day kindergarten significantly increases educational attainment

Less than 50% of individuals with mesothelioma in BC seek workers’ compensation benefits