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Create health-related dataset records

For health-related datasets that fall within the scope of the European Health Data Space (EHDS) regulation, Metadata Capture supports documenting them using the HealthDCAT-AP metadata model↗. HealthDCAT-AP is an extension of DCAT-AP-LU with additional fields that enable data users to understand the context and content of health-related datasets.

The process for creating health-related dataset records is the same as creating standard dataset records, with the addition of filling out health-related metadata fields.

  1. When creating a dataset record, select Yes to indicate that the dataset contains health-related data. This reveals additional health-related fields in the different sections of the dataset form.

    Screenshot of the 'Does this dataset contain health-related data?' selector with 'Yes' selected
    Don't see this option?

    Contact your Catalogue Manager or Inventory Coordinator to enable health-related records for your organisation. This reveals the selector for "Does this dataset contain health-related data?" in the dataset form.

  2. All health-related fields have a "Health" badge. Fill them out according to the HealthDCAT-AP metadata model↗.

    Here's an example of the health badges in the dataset form:

    Screenshot showing examples of health badges in the dataset form

  3. Continue filling out the dataset form like you would for standard dataset records. For full guidance on completing the form, see: Create new dataset records.