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New Committee Brings Diverse Patient, Family, and Caregiver Voices to CADTH


OTTAWA, July 10, 2019 /CNW/ - Following a nationwide call for nominations, CADTH is pleased to announce the membership of its new Patient and Community Advisory Committee.

Logo: Canadian Agency for Drugs and Technologies in Health (CADTH) (CNW Group/Canadian Agency for Drugs and Technologies in Health (CADTH))

Twelve individuals from across the country have been invited to join the committee as inaugural members. Committee members are patients or family caregivers and reflect the diversity of people and communities across Canada. Members will advise CADTH on all areas of the agency's work from the perspective of individuals using the Canadian health care system.

"This important committee ensures that CADTH is even more inclusive, transparent, and accountable to patients, families, and caregivers," said Dr. Brian O'Rourke, President and CEO of CADTH. "Working closely with patients and communities helps us better serve the health care decision-makers who rely on CADTH to make equitable choices about the appropriate use of health technologies."

The committee will meet four times a year and report to the President and CEO of CADTH.

The members of the CADTH Patient and Community Advisory Committee are:

Engaging with Canadian patients and communities is a strategic priority for CADTH. CADTH offers many opportunities for patients and their families, caregivers, advocacy groups, and communities to read, contribute to, and shape its work. Information about these opportunities is available on the CADTH Patient and Community Engagement Web pages.

About CADTH
CADTH is an independent, not-for-profit organization responsible for providing Canada's health care decision-makers with objective evidence to help make informed decisions about the optimal use of drugs and medical devices in our health care system. CADTH receives funding from Canada's federal, provincial, and territorial governments, with the exception of Quebec.

 

SOURCE Canadian Agency for Drugs and Technologies in Health (CADTH)


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