Statistical Analysis in Primary Care

Data analysis can seem daunting and difficult. Standard statistical tests appear dry and complicated and there is often little time spare to learn these new skills. Help is at hand with this new book. It tackles the subject of data analysis in primary care in a user friendly way with numerous worked examples, including SPSS for Windows and Epi. Each chapter starts with an outline of specific learning objectives which progress can be measured against, and ends with exercises and suggestions for further reading. All those involved with research based in primary care will find it indispensable. Primary Care Research series is aimed at developing the knowledge, expertise and skills of all practitioners in primary care. Each book is based on contributions from experts in their field and is supported by practical facts, personal insight, support and advice. They enable all primary care practitioners to realise the potential of exploring information used in everyday working practice. Other books in the Primary Care Research series: Saks: Developing Research in Primary Care Wilson: Research Approaches in Primary Care