Belinda Butcher - WriteSource Medical

Real World Evidence Study on Vaccines Published!

29 July 202521 July 2025 by Belinda Butcher

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New research reveals gaps in vaccine uptake among aged care residents in Australia, highlighting key areas for improvement and the role of medical writers in sharing findings.

P-Values – love ‘em or hate ‘em?

18 July 202520 February 2024 by Belinda Butcher

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P values are everywhere in clinical research – but what do they really mean? Get a clear, practical look at how to interpret them (and their limits).

The role of clinical trials networks in evidence generation in Australia and New Zealand

18 July 20256 November 2023 by Belinda Butcher

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Explore how clinical trials networks drive high-quality research across Australia and New Zealand, strengthening evidence generation and improving patient outcomes.

Medical writing for a consumer audience

18 July 202523 October 2023 by Belinda Butcher

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Clear, accessible writing builds trust. Discover how to communicate complex medical information to consumers, making it understandable, relevant, and empowering.

International Women’s Day

18 July 20258 March 2019 by Belinda Butcher

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This International Women’s Day, we celebrate the brilliant women driving science, data, and healthcare forward – championing equity, inclusion, and better outcomes for all.

Five tips for successful systematic reviews

18 July 20253 May 2016 by Belinda Butcher

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Planning a systematic review? Here are five practical tips to boost rigour, clarity, and efficiency – setting your research up for success.

Want to know more about biostatistics?

18 July 202520 January 2016 by Belinda Butcher

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Biostatistics turns data into decisions. Learn how this essential science supports credible clinical research and better health outcomes, at our Making Sense of Statistics course.

Updated ICMJE Guidelines Released (December 2015)

19 July 202512 January 2016 by Belinda Butcher

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The ICMJE updated its guidelines in December 2015. Explore what changed and why these standards matter for transparent, ethical medical publishing.

GPP3 Guidelines Published

19 July 202511 August 2015 by Belinda Butcher

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GPP3 guidelines set the standard for ethical, transparent medical publications. Discover what they cover and why they’re vital for credible research communication.

Making Sense of Statistics (Sydney Course)

19 July 20258 August 2015 by Belinda Butcher

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Want to boost your stats skills? Learn about our Sydney course that makes sense of statistics – helping researchers and clinicians build confidence with data.