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Introduction to health research
This document provides an overview of different types of health research. It discusses theoretical vs applied research, with theoretical research seeking to expand knowledge and applied research creating practical solutions. Preventive research tests treatments to prevent disease, while therapeutic research tests treatments for disease. Bench research is done in laboratories, while bedside research involves patients. Exploratory research investigates new problems, while confirmatory research tests predefined hypotheses. Implementation research applies knowledge to health policies and practices, and translational research translates basic findings to clinical applications. The document also discusses causes and effects, errors in research, confounders, and effect modifiers.
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