PHLT 310 Public Health Writing (Fall 2025)

Evidence-Based Practice in the Public Health field is defined as "making decisions on the basis of the best available scientific evidence" (National Library of Medicine). Researchers who use Evidence-Based Practice, or EBP, incorporate current scientific data to help drive their research, meaning they must have a sound understanding of research methods and data collection. For more information on EBP in Public Health, please see this article from the Center for Disease Control. 

To gain a better understanding of Evidence-Based Practice, see this guide created by the Medical Sciences Library.

EBP is important for the following key reasons:

• Engagement with Recent Literature: EBP allows researchers to engage with the most recent literature on a chosen subject matter.
• Enhanced Understanding: Understanding the literature helps researchers better comprehend the nature of their research.
• Informed Decision-Making: EBP guides researchers to make informed research decisions.
• Credibility: Provides authors with important evidence and data to support their research, enhancing their credibility.