Objectives: To discuss with potential and experienced Cochrane reviewers the content, recommendations and dissemination of the "Guidelines for Systematic Reviews of Health Promotion and Public Health Interventions", as developed by an international taskforce and the Cochrane Health Promotion and Public Health Field.

Description: The Guidelines for Systematic Reviews of Health Promotion and Public Health Interventions were developed by an international taskforce of researchers, policy makers and practitioners, experienced in systematic review conduct and use, in order to improve the quality, appropriateness and relevance of Cochrane reviews of public health topics, for end users.
The topics covered in the Guidelines are relevant to public health decision making, but are not unique to this area. The content of the Guidelines is being incorporated into the Cochrane Reviewers' Handbook and Open-learning materials, with issues specific to the needs of public health reviews being included as an Appendix.
The guidelines incorporate background information and recommendations in a number of areas including establishing advisory groups, assessing theoretical frameworks, the effect of context, and applicability of findings. Following a presentation of each section of the guidelines, the workshop will provide an opportunity to discuss the content, recommendations and dissemination of the guidelines.

Target audience: Any persons interested in reviewing health promotion and public health interventions.

Style: Discussion workshop