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Canadian Paediatric Surveillance Program
Investigators' Corner
The CPSP offers investigators the use of a timely, active surveillance system to increase awareness of childhood disorders that are high in disability, morbidity, mortality and economic costs to society, despite their low frequency. The CPSP provides an innovative means of identifying and obtaining data on low-frequency diseases and conditions from over 2,400 participants. The program is committed to a case ascertainment rate of over 90% and boasts a response rate of 96% on detailed reports due to follow-up reminders to participants who have not responded. The CPSP offers an opportunity for international collaboration with other paediatric surveillance units worldwide and a chance to make a difference in the health and well-being of Canadian children and youth.
The Steering Committee selects studies for the program based on criteria for inclusion of studies. Study proposals can be submitted at any time through the Program Coordinator. The format for submission should be followed. The Steering Committee reviews submissions at its spring and fall meetings, giving preference to studies that have either strong public health importance or could not be undertaken any other way, and for which a funding source is clearly identified. Individual researchers are encouraged to make early contact with the Program Coordinator to discuss the appropriateness of the program for collecting the data, to define the costs, and to identify possible funding agencies. See summary of services provided. The CPSP is willing to provide limited help in obtaining funds, and assistance in coordinating arrangements for funding.
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