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The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) today announced 15 new research topics for AHRQ’s Evidence-based Practice Centers (EPCs). The EPCs will conduct rigorous, comprehensive reviews of the relevant scientific literature on these topics, including meta-analyses and cost analyses, if appropriate. AHRQ publishes its findings as evidence reports or technology assessments, which are available to the public, health care community, and researchers. "These topics represent the array of questions and challenges facing health care professionals and patients today," said Dr. John M. Eisenberg, Director of AHRQ. "In addition, these reports will enhance our ability to measure and improve the quality and outcomes of health care services." Eleven topics, assigned to EPCs, were nominated by outside organizations: Diagnosis and Management of Parkinson’s Disease. MetaWorks, Boston, MA. Nominated by the American Academy of Neurology. <A HREF="http://www.ahrq.gov/news/press/pr2000/epctop00.htm"> http://www.ahrq.gov/news/press/pr2000/epctop00.htm</A> ******** This research will help us in our efforts to promote access to quality care for all PWP. Perry Cohen Washington DC