Expanding visibility and applicability in observational research.
The availability of new translations of the STROBE-Equity guidelines marks an important step forward in improving the quality and usefulness of research in public health and health systems.
The Spanish and Portuguese versions complement the original publications in JAMA Network Open and BMJ, and are available through the @EQUATOR Network repository:
Expanding its access and use in the Region of the Americas and other linguistic communities.
These guidelines address a critical need: improving the reporting of equity in observational studies.
👉 They are particularly relevant for those who generate research, apply evidence, serve as editors, or conduct peer review, strengthening the integrity and usefulness of scientific reporting.
✔️ Identify and transparently report inequalities
✔️ Improve comparability across studies
✔️ Strengthen the usefulness of evidence for decision-making
✔️ Promote more equitable and effective policies
To support uptake, these guidelines are linked to PAHO’s Virtual Campus:
👉 These resources are especially valuable for researchers, practitioners, editors, and reviewers aiming to improve equity-focused reporting.
Key partners include:
As well as:
PAHO translated the documents, developed the courses, and contributed to the automated translation of the EQUATOR website.
👉 This collaboration strengthens capacity across the full research cycle—from production to editorial review and use in decision-making.
