To access any 45 and Up Study information, all research proposals undergo a rigorous approval process. The research must be credible and of value and researchers must also seek approval from an independent ethics committee for their proposal.
Once these requirements are met, the researcher can access Study information for the duration of their project through our secure data analysis facility.
Anyone working on the Study, including researchers accessing the data, sign a confidentiality agreement and follow strict policies and procedures to ensure the data and information are protected.
Further information on the health and other records that may be used in the 45 and Up Study is available here.