News
Linked data update
The latest set of linkage data is now available for use in research studies.
New Research Data Governance process
The data governance framework for CPRD, underpinned by the Independent Scientific Advisory Committee (ISAC), has evolved over time since it was last reviewed in 2006. Since then, the external information governance environment, public views on data sharing and the volumes of data and requests to access these data held by CPRD have changed substantially.
Latest linked datasets
The latest set of linkage data is now available for use in research studies.
Scientific member vacancies
We are seeking scientific and clinical experts to join the Expert Review Committees (ERCs) that are responsible for reviewing research proposals seeking access to CPRD data.
Lay member vacancies
We are seeking members of the public to join the committees that provide advice relating to access to CPRD data.
DOIs for CPRD data
We’re pleased to announce that the monthly CPRD GOLD and CPRD Aurum database releases are now being assigned a digital object identifier (DOI).
Latest data from CPRD
The latest versions of the CPRD GOLD and CPRD Aurum databases and COVID-19 feasibility counts are now available.
Christmas and New Year office closure dates
CPRD Enquiries and the CPRD office will be operating a reduced service during Christmas and New Year and will be closed for holidays on the following dates:
Latest linked datasets
The latest set of linkage data is now available for use in research studies. The set (set 20) contains an update of priority linkages to support COVID-19 research along with the first tranche of CPRD linked Second Generation Surveillance System (SGSS) COVID-19 positive virology test data up to end July 2020.
University of Oxford fertility treatment outcomes study
CPRD is facilitating the study of the Prolonged Effects of Assisted reproductive technologies on the health of women and their children: a Record Linkage study for England (PEARL).