The Case-Control Study in Health Program Evaluation.

Baker, Frank; Curbow, Barbara

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ERIC Number: EJ436941

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1991

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The Case-Control Study in Health Program Evaluation.

Baker, Frank; Curbow, Barbara

Evaluation and Program Planning, v14 n4 p263-72 1991

The epidemiological method of case-control study is described, and its advantages and disadvantages are discussed for use in health program evaluation. Examples are reviewed, with a step-by-step description of the method. Potential applications are discussed, including worksite health promotions, screening programs, and large-scale public health programs. (SLD)

Descriptors: Case Studies, Control Groups, Epidemiology, Evaluation Methods, Experimental Groups, Health Programs, Health Promotion, Immunization Programs, Program Evaluation, Public Health, Research Methodology, Screening Tests

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative

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Language: English

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