Table 3 Features of the four rapid response models developed as case studies
Model | Started | Reach | How funded | Time to complete a RR | External review of RR | RRs made publicly available | Lag period before publication |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Cochrane response | 2013 | Potentially global | Service Not clear Reviews “User-pays” | ≈8 weeks (first review took 12 weeks) | Yes | All | Yes |
McMaster Health Forum Rapid Response Program | 2012 | Potentially national (Canada) | Service Ontario government Reviews Free in Ontario, “User-pays” rest of Canada | Max 6 weeks | Yes | All | Yes |
REACH Policy Initiative | 2010 | National (Uganda) | Service and reviews Donor funds | Max 4 weeks | Yes | Not reported | Not reported |
Sax Institute Evidence Check Program | 2006 | State, potentially national (Australia) | Service State government plus other funds Reviews “User-pays” | ≈12–16 weeks | No | Most (some kept confidential if requested by funder) | Yes |