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101 Health Research Empowering researchers. Strengthening health systems. Protocols | Biostatistics | Data Science
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Assistance in study design and methodology, statistical planning and analysis, health research training workshops, and clinical and public health research

Many clinicians feel frustrated with research because they think productivity means finishing entire sections in one sit...
21/02/2026

Many clinicians feel frustrated with research because they think productivity means finishing entire sections in one sitting.

But that expectation was never designed for clinical life.

A more realistic approach to research productivity includes:
• Blocking protected research time just like clinic or procedure time
• Breaking work into small, defined tasks (e.g., inclusion criteria, not the whole methods)
• Using AI tools to summarize literature, structure outlines, or clarify writing
• Working with a research buddy for accountability and momentum
• Practicing self-compassion — guilt slows progress

Progress can look like:
– Drafting the study significance
– Writing inclusion and exclusion criteria
– Cleaning one table
– Editing one paragraph

Research doesn’t have to be exhausting to be meaningful.
This is , a series by 101 Health Research focused on sustainable research for busy clinicians.

Advancing the Future of Health Promotion: Ottawa Charter +40101 Health Research is proud to support and participate in t...
20/02/2026

Advancing the Future of Health Promotion: Ottawa Charter +40

101 Health Research is proud to support and participate in the Health Promotion Research Summit 2026, hosted by the University of the Philippines Manila - Health Promotion Program.

As we mark the 40th anniversary of the Ottawa Charter, the conversation has evolved. Our leadership team, Managing Director and Founder, Dr. Venus Oliva Cloma-Rosales, and COO and Data Science Chief, Mr. Aian Rosales, joined colleagues at the NIH to discuss research-driven solutions for today’s most pressing challenges: digital integrity, commercial accountability, and climate-adaptive primary health care.

It was a pleasure reconnecting with long-time collaborators of 101 Health Research: Dr. Katherine Ann Reyes (Research Assistant Professor, NIH UP Manila), Mr. Rodley Desmond Daniel M. Carza (Non-Resident Research Fellow, To***co Control & Governance Program, Ateneo School of Government), and Mr. Reiner Lorenzo Tamayo (Senior Consultant, NIH UP Manila), and engaging with an exceptional lineup of speakers from the World Health Organization, the Department of Health, and leading academic institutions.

At 101 Health Research, we remain committed to evidence-based health promotion that responds to our changing world.

Today, the World Day of Social Justice, we reflect on how fairness in health is built—through systems, policy, and evide...
20/02/2026

Today, the World Day of Social Justice, we reflect on how fairness in health is built—through systems, policy, and evidence.

Social justice is at the heart of Universal Health Coverage (UHC) and Sustainable Development Goal 3: Good Health and Well-being—ensuring that everyone can access the health services they need, without financial hardship.

Health research plays a crucial role in this journey:
by identifying gaps in access, evaluating what works, and guiding decisions that move systems closer to equity.

At 101 Health Research, we believe that rigorous, inclusive research is one way to support progress toward UHC and SDG 3.


Health AI isn’t the goal. Learning is.  by Dr. Venus Oliva Cloma-RosalesAs part of my Eisenhower Fellowship, I spent tim...
20/02/2026

Health AI isn’t the goal. Learning is.
by Dr. Venus Oliva Cloma-Rosales

As part of my Eisenhower Fellowship, I spent time at Duke University learning how Health AI is embedded within a Learning Health System, and why that framing matters.

At Duke AI Health, the focus is on learning, not just AI, creating a Learning Health System where every patient encounter informs care. Data and models serve the workflow, not exist independently.

Predictive modeling is only valuable if it drives interventions that improve outcomes, not just for academic exercise. This approach extends to population health by linking EHR with social and geocoding data to understand community patterns beyond diagnoses. Duke integrates retrospective analysis, prospective learning, and clinical trials into routine care, making the boundary between research and practice intentionally porous to enable faster, responsible learning.

I learned about foundation models, which are models that learn rules, schemas, and relationships across variables, including the language of patient encounters. These discussions raised important questions, especially for health systems outside the US: how transferable are these models, and how do we ensure context travels with technology?

One of the most compelling projects I encountered was Duke’s work on patient-facing large language models. Patients are already using AI tools for health information, yet we know surprisingly little about how they actually engage with these systems. Through the analysis of over 11,000 real patient-chatbot conversations, this work shows why Learning Health Systems matter: they observe reality as it is, learn from it, and adapt.

Grateful for the generosity and insights of Prof Ben Goldstein, Dr Jaifred Lopez , and Dr Monica Agrawal. This experience reinforced a belief I carry forward, that Health AI should be judged not by technical performance alone, but by how it behaves in real human systems.

Sometimes a single outcome isn’t enough.In health research, we often use composite outcomes—a combined endpoint made up ...
18/02/2026

Sometimes a single outcome isn’t enough.

In health research, we often use composite outcomes—
a combined endpoint made up of two or more individual outcomes.

Done well, composite outcomes:
āœ” Increase statistical power
āœ” Capture clinically meaningful events
āœ” Reflect real-world decision-making

Done poorly, they confuse readers and mislead interpretation.
The key is clear operational definition and transparent reporting.
šŸ“ŒFor example, ā€œMACEā€ is not an outcome unless you define what’s inside it.


Today invites reflection, humility, and intention.For those who observe, it’s a moment to pause— to examine our values, ...
17/02/2026

Today invites reflection, humility, and intention.

For those who observe, it’s a moment to pause—
to examine our values,
to let go of what distracts us,
and to recommit to what truly matters.

In health, research, and service,
progress begins not only with action,
but with reflection.

May this season be one of clarity, integrity, and renewal.
A blessed Ash Wednesday!

As we welcome the Lunar New Year, we wish our colleagues, partners, and communities a year filled with good health, pros...
16/02/2026

As we welcome the Lunar New Year, we wish our colleagues, partners, and communities a year filled with good health, prosperity, and meaningful work.

May the year ahead bring renewed energy, thoughtful collaboration, and progress toward better health and well-being for all.

Happy Lunar New Year from 101 Health Research!

Many research questions fail—not because the idea is weak, but because the outcomes are vague.āŒ ā€œImproved outcomesā€āŒ ā€œBe...
16/02/2026

Many research questions fail—not because the idea is weak, but because the outcomes are vague.
āŒ ā€œImproved outcomesā€
āŒ ā€œBetter quality of lifeā€
āŒ ā€œReduced inflammationā€

In research, every outcome must be operationalized.
That means defining:
1ļøāƒ£ What exactly is measured
2ļøāƒ£ How it is measured (tool / assay / scale)
3ļøāƒ£ When it is measured (time point)

Outcomes usually fall into one of four types:
• Biophysiological (labs, vitals, imaging)
• Observer-assessed (clinician-rated)
• Patient-reported (symptoms, QoL)
• Patient-effort / performance-based

If a reviewer can’t picture how you measured it, they’ll question the entire methods section.

šŸ“Œ Save this Guide before writing your outcomes section.



National Intellectual Disability WeekIntellectual disability is characterized by significant limitations in intellectual...
15/02/2026

National Intellectual Disability Week
Intellectual disability is characterized by significant limitations in intellectual functioning and adaptive behavior, with onset during the developmental period.

People with intellectual disability can live meaningful, productive lives when supported by:
• Early identification and intervention
• Inclusive education and healthcare
• Family and community support
• Policies grounded in evidence

At 101 Health Research, we recognize the role of research, data, and ethical practice in improving services, access, and outcomes for individuals with intellectual disability across the life course.

This week, we reaffirm our commitment to respect, inclusion, and evidence-based care.


Today is International Childhood Cancer Day.Childhood cancer is not rare—but it is increasingly treatable.With early rec...
14/02/2026

Today is International Childhood Cancer Day.

Childhood cancer is not rare—but it is increasingly treatable.

With early recognition, timely referral, and appropriate care, children with cancer often have better survival outcomes than adults. Many go on to live long, full lives.

This day is about hope grounded in science—
about awareness, early diagnosis, access to care, and continued research that improves outcomes for children everywhere.

At 101 Health Research, we believe that better evidence, stronger systems, and informed communities are key to improving childhood cancer survival.





This Valentine’s Day, we’re celebrating a different kind of love.Love for careful questions.Love for honest data.Love fo...
13/02/2026

This Valentine’s Day, we’re celebrating a different kind of love.

Love for careful questions.
Love for honest data.
Love for collaboration.
Love for the people and systems that health research ultimately serves.

At 101 Health Research, our work is driven by care—for evidence, for patients, for researchers, and for better health systems.

Happy Valentine’s Day!

We’re pleased to share that 101 Health Research has received its 2026 National Privacy Commission  Seal of Registration....
13/02/2026

We’re pleased to share that 101 Health Research has received its 2026 National Privacy Commission Seal of Registration.

In health research, data protection is not optional — it is foundational.

From clinical datasets to health systems research and innovation projects, we remain committed to:
• Responsible data governance
• Secure and ethical data handling
• Privacy-by-design in research processes
• Compliance with national data protection standards

Research is built on evidence and trust.




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