Unlocking Healthcare Insights: The Power of Best Practice Information Sheets (BPIS) in Disseminating Systematic Review Findings

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Authors
Overall B1, Whitehorn A1, Stephenson M1, Pearson V1, Finlay A1, Pilla B1, Dell K1, PORRITT K1
1JBI, School of Public Health, University of Adelaide, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
Abstract
Background: Systematic reviews are integral to evidence-based healthcare, requiring efficient communication to stakeholders for maximum uptake and impact. It is widely recognised that most stakeholders do not have time to invest in reading large, complex documents, and that evidence obtained from scientific studies, in particular systematic reviews, is often difficult to comprehend. Health evidence needs to be communicated and disseminated in a manner that is clearly understood by decision-makers, especially in settings that demand rapid responses. Best Practice Information Sheets (BPIS) have emerged as a tool for disseminating systematic review findings in a concise and accessible format.

Objective: To analyse the methodology and methods for developing and disseminating a JBI BPIS.

Methods: A descriptive, case-study approach was utilized to gain insights into the key stages of BPIS creation and the strategies utilized for active dissemination to stakeholders within the healthcare community.

Results:
The results outline a systematic and collaborative approach to developing and disseminating BPIS to enhance the accessibility of systematic review findings in healthcare. Key steps included identifying relevant systematic reviews, synthesizing key findings into concise summaries, designing accessible infographics with interconnected visual cues, text, and icons, creating standardized BPIS templates, and validating content through expert review. Targeted dissemination strategies aimed at maximising the accessibility and reach of BPIS encompassed multilayered digital media campaigns and direct distribution ensuring broad exposure to systematic review findings.

Conclusion: This case study highlights the potential of Best Practice Information Sheets as a robust communication tool, capable of efficiently communicating and disseminating complex systematic review findings to diverse healthcare stakeholders.