Advocacy

CTS announces publication of the Canadian Tuberculosis Standards - 8th Edition

In conjunction with World Tuberculosis (TB) Day 2022, CTS is pleased to announce the online publication of the 8th edition of the Canadian Tuberculosis Standards. This revised edition was produced in collaboration with the Association of Medical Microbiology and Infectious Disease Canada (AMMI Canada) and is available in an online supplement of the CTS journal. Highlights from the revised Standards are available here along with a list of all of the Contributors to the production of this new edition.

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CTS and CSRT encouraged by PHAC's recognition of aerosol transmission

The Canadian Thoracic Society (CTS) and Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists (CSRT) have released a joint statement in response to the November 12th statement from Dr. Theresa Tam, the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada, acknowledging COVID-19 transmission through aerosols.

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Acquisition of Vectura Group by Philip Morris International - CTS Statement

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REVISED: CTS Information and Guidance for Respiratory Health Care Professionals on COVID-19 Vaccination

This Canadian Thoracic Society (CTS) document aims to provide guidance and relevant information for respiratory health care professionals on COVID-19 vaccination in Canada.

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Philips Respironics Device Recall

Position Statement from the Canadian Thoracic Society, Canadian Sleep Society and the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists - Rapid guidance to physicians and medical device distributors with regard to the recent recall notice.

July 27, 2021 – Letter to the Minister of Health – A call to action to urgently deal with potential shortages of devices to ensure Canada has an adequate inventory available. Read more.

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CTS written submission for the 2022 Federal Budget

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Joint statement on the prioritization of Canadians with lung disease in COVID-19 vaccination rollout

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E-cigarettes in Canada - A Joint Position Statement

The Canadian Lung Association and the Canadian Thoracic Society are concerned about the safety of electronic cigarettes and we believe that urgent measures are needed to 1) ensure that strong regulations and safety standards are in place; and 2) prevent the establishment of a new generation of tobacco and nicotine users. Most importantly, we want to ensure that we do not risk the current and future lung health and overall health of Canadians. To this end, we have developed joint evidence-based recommendations directed to all levels of government and to the Canadian public.

La cigarette électronique au Canada : un énoncé de position conjoint

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