What is the Cochrane Consumer Network?
Cochrane uses the term consumers to describe patients, carers and the public with first-hand experience of healthcare conditions.
The Cochrane Consumer Network is a large and growing community of over 2,500 people in 117 countries across the world. The Cochrane Consumer Network is open to any patients, carers and the public who are interested in high-quality health evidence, and in helping to be a part of producing and sharing evidence.
Why join the Cochrane Consumer Network?
The Cochrane Consumer Network is free to join. The benefits of being part of this community include:
- Connection with others like you - an online community of patients and members of the public, with a shared goal of producing and sharing health evidence
- Sign up to receive monthly news digests that keep you up to date with the latest health evidence, training, events, and more
- Opportunities to get involved to help produce and share health evidence working with world-leading researchers
- Opportunities to connect with a Cochrane group, field or network in your area of interest
- Eligibility to apply for stipends to attend a range of local and international Cochrane meetings and events
- Eligibility to apply for the Cochrane Consumer Network Executive
- Opportunities to earn Cochrane Membership points
How can I join the Cochrane Consumer Network?
Please complete this short form to join the Cochrane Consumer Network. To complete the form you will need to log in or create a Cochrane Account. We will contact you with a welcome pack, newsletters and regular information.
Cochrane consumers and Cochrane Membership
Patients, carers and the public who contribute to Cochrane’s work, are rewarded by becoming Cochrane Members. Cochrane Membership recognises the valuable contribution made by consumers in helping to raise awareness of Cochrane evidence.
How can I find out more?
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