The Ministry will from time to time publish evidence briefs which it has drawn on to inform policy, strategy and decision-making. These Briefs are not government or Ministry policy and are undertaken to provide current science advice about a given topic. They are intended to be used as a resource for the government, health agencies and the wider public.
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This paper reviews the current literature on the risk of adverse events associated with the use of mesh in groin hernia repair.
This evidence brief synthesizes the international literature on prolonged symptoms that can be attributed to infection with COVID-19.
This Evidence Brief provides insight into the impact of ‘Centres of Excellence’ for specialised health or disabling conditions and was used to inform the Rare Disorders Strategy published in February 2024.
This Evidence Brief is a review of national and international evidence and was used to inform the Rare Disorders Strategy published in February 2024.
The brief reports on the prevalence, risk factors and prevention of group A streptococcus skin infections in cases of invasive group A streptococcus, post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis, acute rheumatic fever or rheumatic heart disease.
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