Embase is essential in epidemiology for several reasons:
Coverage: Embase covers a wide range of biomedical literature, including many European and international journals that are not indexed in other databases like PubMed. This broad scope ensures that researchers have access to a diverse array of studies and findings. Drug-related Information: The database is particularly strong in pharmacological data, making it invaluable for studying the epidemiology of drug use, side effects, and drug interactions. Advanced Search: Embase offers advanced search capabilities, including Emtree terms, which are its controlled vocabulary for indexing articles. This allows for precise searching and retrieval of relevant studies.
