Risk Factors | For Health Professionals

The Canadian Diabetes Association works in communities across the country to promote the health of Canadians and eliminate diabetes through a strong nationwide network of volunteers, employees, healthcare professionals, researchers, partners and supporters. 

 

In BC, guidelines and protocols are developed under the direction of the Guidelines and Protocols Advisory Committee (GPAC), jointly sponsored by the BC Medical Association and the Ministry of Health. 

Diabetes Care 

The Canadian Cardiovascular Society is the national voice for cardiovascular physicians and scientists. The Canadian Cardiovascular Society promotes cardiovascular health and care through leadership in health policy, professional development, and knowledge translation, including dissemination of research and encouragement of best practices. 

2006 Position Statement – Recommendations for the diagnosis and treatment of dyslipidemia and prevention of cardiovascular disease

 

In BC, guidelines and protocols are developed under the direction of the Guidelines and Protocols Advisory Committee (GPAC), jointly sponsored by the BC Medical Association and the Ministry of Health.

Cardiovascular Disease – Primary Prevention 

 

Canadian Hypertension Education Program is the volunteer, non-profit hypertension education program that provides annually updated, relevant, evidence-based hypertension guidance delivering improved cardiovascular outcomes to all Canadians.

 

In BC, guidelines and protocols are developed under the direction of the Guidelines and Protocols Advisory Committee (GPAC), jointly sponsored by the BC Medical Association and the Ministry of Health.

Hypertension – Detection, Diagnosis and Management

Nutrition

Health Canada

Health Canada is the Federal department responsible for helping Canadians maintain and improve their health, while respecting individual choices and circumstances. 

Healthy Active Living – A Guide for Patients 

The Healthy Living Unit has the lead responsibility within the Public Health Agency of Canada for delivering on the federal government's role in physical activity. The work of the Unit is based on an approach to partnerships that is multi-sectoral, multi-level, and multi-disciplinary. 

 

In BC, guidelines and protocols are developed under the direction of the Guidelines and Protocols Advisory Committee (GPAC), jointly sponsored by the BC Medical Association and the Ministry of Health.