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. 2007;22(5):285-92.
doi: 10.1007/s10654-007-9119-0. Epub 2007 May 16.

New times, new needs; e-epidemiology

Alexandra Ekman  1 , Jan-Eric Litton
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New times, new needs; e-epidemiology

Alexandra Ekman et al. Eur J Epidemiol. 2007.

Abstract

The successful and systematic collection of demographic and lifestyle data is central in the process of any epidemiological study. The traditionally used methods such as face-to-face and telephone interviews as well as paper-questionnaires are increasingly failing to produce good qualitative results within financially feasible limits. Tools that are better suited for the present dynamic populations are needed and the Internet presents a powerful alternative for the collection of data with several intrinsic features still unexplored.

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  • Of new times, new opportunities, and old problems.
    van der Lei J, Sturkenboom M. van der Lei J, et al. Eur J Epidemiol. 2007;22(5):281-3. doi: 10.1007/s10654-007-9138-x. Epub 2007 May 26. Eur J Epidemiol. 2007. PMID: 17530422 Free PMC article. No abstract available.

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