Centre for Health Evaluation and Outcome Sciences
Connecting the dots between research and the real world
CHÉOS produces high-quality evidence to make informed changes to the health care system.
August 3, 2022
CHÉOS produces high-quality evidence to make informed changes to the health care system.
CHÉOS answers the big questions, to make big changes to the health care system.
CHÉOS Scientists are leading three of the projects funded in this round, plus a further eleven projects are supported by CHÉOS Scientists as co-investigators.
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The importance of providing a safe, supportive space for transgender and/or gender non-conforming youth to improve their mental health and health overall.
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CHÉOS' Dr. Najib Ayas is investigating how we can predict which sleep apnea patients are at risk of other health complications like CVD and dementia
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Dr. Eugenia Oviedo-Joekes answers some key questions about the decriminalization of illegal drugs — and how it could help save lives in B.C.
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CHÉOS Postdoc aims to close the gap in cardiac arrest survival among people with mental illness
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“Go outside and play” is a common phrase echoed by parents across the globe, but what if where you play impacts your future health?
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Bridging the gap between data, research, and care, CHÉOS is a collaboration between cross-disciplinary scientists and expert research staff evaluating the effectiveness of health interventions at the population level. From assessing the cost-effectiveness of a new drug or treatment option to informing policy decisions that change how care is delivered, CHÉOS seeks to improve health outcomes for all.
CHÉOS investigators are known for the high calibre of research they undertake. The Centre is comprised of over 130 staff members and more than 75 scientists who are experts in their fields, including Canada Research Chairs, Michael Smith Foundation for Health Research Scholars, and Canadian Institutes of Health Research Investigators.
The combination of our Scientist’s diverse expertise and the support departments that specialize in every part of the research process makes CHÉOS a unique and innovative hub for health research.
CHÉOS Scientists are organized into research programs that focus on specific parts of the health system. Having many different types of researchers allows CHÉOS to address complex problems in a collaborative way.
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The scientists at CHÉOS are only part of the story. Thanks to a supporting cast of research professionals, including project managers, data scientists, and statisticians, we are uniquely positioned to help turn good ideas into great research projects.
Read MoreThe work of our scientists and staff is often found in the pages of top journals.
Each year, we publish over 300 peer-reviewed papers.
CHÉOS investigators and research support staff are responding to the COVID-19 pandemic. Current projects include examining mental wellness during a pandemic, the impact of school disruptions, treatment options for COVID-19 and identifying workplace risks that may increase the risk of transmission to paramedics. Our investigators have also shared their expertise in a number of areas related to the pandemic.
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CHÉOS Scientist Dr. Mieke Koehoorn works to track and link workplace hazards to prevent chronic disease and shares why COVID-19 outbreaks happened in some unexpected areas
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Understanding COVID-19 vaccine confidence in people living with HIV in Canada
Read MoreAs a member of the health research community, CHÉOS is proud to support and promote research-related events and seminars happening around the country.
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August 16 @ 7:15 am
Moving Forward Together: Unity for Health for All
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Conference
August 18 @ 8:00 am
Occupation and Society: Global to Local Perspectives for the Future
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