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CPSP News

CPSP 2024 Annual results

The 2024 Canadian Paediatric Surveillance Program Annual Results are now available. The report includes preliminary results on studies such as acute life-threatening harms related to the non-medical use of opioids, stimulants, and sedatives, and final data on post-COVID-19 condition (long COVID) and hypoglycemia during treatment of acute lymphoblastic leukemia. If you are a practicing paediatrician or paediatric subspecialist in Canada and are not already part of CPSP, email CPSP@cps.ca.

CPSP: Call for study proposals

The Canadian Paediatric Surveillance Program (CPSP) is looking for investigators to initiate new studies for active surveillance of low-frequency, high-impact diseases and conditions that affect Canadian children and youth. Interested investigators should contact the CPSP to discuss topics of interest and to submit their proposals before September 8, 2025 for consideration at the Fall CPSP Scientific Steering Committee meeting.

CPSP one-time survey resident surveillance grant

The Canadian Paediatric Surveillance Program (CPSP) is offering paediatric and subspecialty residents a chance to apply for a $3,000 in-kind grant to conduct a one-time survey through the CPSP. The application deadline is September 15, 2025. More info here

CPSP launches neonatal hyperbilirubinemia study

The Canadian Paediatric Surveillance Program has launched a study on neonatal hyperbilirubinemia – severe (NHS). The study will gather epidemiologic data about NHS in light of a new CPS position statement on neonatal hyperbilirubinemia and compare results of the two prior CPSP studies. 

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ADR Tips

ADR Tips

Find out timely tips on adverse drug reactions reported to the CPSP and Health Canada.

Annual Results

Annual Results

Results pertaining to studies and surveys are published annually.

CPSP Studies

CPSP Studies

The CPSP facilitates studies in a variety of fields, such as infectious diseases, congenital and genetic diseases, injury prevention and mental health. View lists of current studies and concluded studies.