Book Recommendation: BEYOND BELIEF: How Evidence Shows What Really Works

Based on more than 250 interviews conducted over a period of five years, Helen Pearson writes about how the ‘evidence revolution’ has transformed healthcare practice and policy, impacting diverse fields such as social policy, education, business, and conservation.

Through the narratives of prominent figures in the evidence movement, such as Iain Chalmers, researchers, policy makers, and advocates, Pearson tells the remarkable story of a global movement built on a simple but powerful idea: evidence, not opinions, should guide decisions.

The themes of this book closely align with Cochrane’s mission to produce high-quality, relevant, and accessible evidence to inform health decisions, and resonate with Cochrane Hong Kong’s efforts to advance evidence-based healthcare across the region.

This book is recommended for those engaged in evidence-based healthcare, policymaking, and education, as well as readers interested in how rigorous research and evidence syntheses can support better choices in practice and everyday life.