Chronic diseases are associated with shorter lifespans, frequent contact with the health care system, and reduced quality of life. New ways of delivering health services are needed to promote health and ensure consistent, high-quality care for Canadians living with chronic conditions. It is important, however, that new interventions and strategies are carefully studied to ensure they benefit patients and provide value.
Over the next four years, our team will test health innovations and interventions that improve care, safety and outcomes for people with three common and closely related chronic diseases: heart disease, diabetes and kidney disease.
There are three main studies that will be the focus: