In a cohort study, these individuals are followed and assessed over time in order to describe and understand the evolution of their health and living conditions. These types of epidemiological studies are essential tools for Public Health research.
Participants in these cohorts regularly provide information through questionnaires, medical examinations or interviews.
The information obtained through cohort studies provides answers to numerous scientific questions and is useful for planning health promotion, health protection and disease prevention measures.
The Instituto de Saúde Pública da Universidade do Porto (ISPUP) manages the organisation of 10 research cohorts.
Assessing the health determinants of the adult population residing in the city of Porto.
Read MoreUnderstanding how the habits and behaviours acquired during adolescence will reflect on adult health.
Read MorePortraying the reality of extreme prematurity in Portugal
Read MoreUnderstanding the dynamics of HIV infection and the adherence to preventive behaviours in Men who have Sex with Men
Read MoreTo study the risk factors, the distribution of breast cancer subtypes, the treatments available and the numbers regarding disease survival in Mozambique
Read MoreEmphasis on the study of twins. Assessing how the interaction between genetics and environment influences children's development and disease occurrence.
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I congratulate you on your excellent work and dedication. I hope you keep it up. Santiago and I want to thank you for coming into our lives. Lots of kisses!
Santiago's mother, participant in the EPICE cohort
I want to thank you for all your work and commitment. Being part of Epiteen, besides making me feel secure about my health condition, also makes me feel part of a family. Kisses and hugs to all of you and thank you very much!
Participant in the Epiteen cohort