WU PAARC is a Practice Based Research Network (PBRN), defined by the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality as:
“A group of primary care clinicians and practices working together to answer community-based health care questions and translate research findings into practice. PBRNs engage clinicians in quality improvement activities and an evidence-based culture in primary care practice to improve the health of all Americans.”
Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ)
Research topics
WU PAARC has investigated a wide range of medical topics that affect the pediatric population, including:
Allergies
Antibiotic Use
Asthma
Childhood Immunizations
Childhood Obesity
Community-Acquired MRSA
Croup
Depression
Electronic Cigarettes
Firearm Safety
Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccination
Jaundice
Over-the-Counter Cough and Cold Medication Use
Opioids
Retail Clinics