In your assigned group area:

Post a brief description of the two studies you were assigned, with a particular focus on the study design and methods. Then:

  • Describe at least one strength and one limitation of each study’s design.
  • Identify the population, data sources, and epidemiologic measures of association that the authors used.
  • Finally, share your insights about the appropriateness of the design for the study. Do you agree with the researchers’ choice of design?
  • Do you agree with the researchers’ conclusions? Justify your reasoning.