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# Intro

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Welcome to the comprehensive guide on accessing CPRD (Clinical Practice Research Datalink) data. This document is designed to assist researchers and analysts in navigating the intricacies of CPRD, offering step-by-step instructions on:

- Accessing the data
  + CPRD data
  + How to request a new download

- Setting up datasets
  + Creating new tables in MySQL
  + Importing data into local RStudio session
  + Other tips

- Variables
  + Codelist
  + Variable definitions

For more information contact the Exeter Diabetes team.