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Latest Guidelines
- Asymptomatic Bacteriuria in Pregnancy (2018)
- Impaired Vision (2018)
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (2017)
Latest News
- The CTFPHC Newsletter Issue 18
September 14, 2018 - NEW – Lung Cancer Video
July 25, 2018
Recent Video
Lung Cancer Screening Videos
This video was developed by the Task Force to provide primary care physicians with key information about lung cancer screening. The video references the Task Force’s 2016 lung cancer guideline recommendations. The video explains disease progression; lung cancer screening; and the Task Force lung cancer screening guideline recommendations, including the overall benefits and harms of screening.
"The Task Force has the incredibly important job of trying to make sure Canadians get the best preventive health care possible and avoid strategies that don't help them or that harm them. I'm more than proud to be a member. "
"When balanced against harms, preventive health care can help people live healthier lives. As a Task Force member, I am honoured to support patients and primary care providers when navigating the pros and cons of preventive health care options."
"The Task Force is a dedicated group of volunteers who use the best information and methods to assist medical professionals to choose the best clinical prevention policies for Canadians"
"The Canadian Task Force on Preventive Health Care is an outstanding research machine that helps clinicians, their patients and health care managers to gain more insight into the complex reality of prevention. Building upon rich and diversified competencies, it delivers an independent, balanced and rigorous message, allowing to make wise decisions in preventive care."