Resources for Primary Care Providers
 We are offering certified courses online to better serve the healthcare community – all of which are free and accessible anytime, anywhere. This site offers credits for courses on Cancer Screening, as well as Aboriginal Relationship and Cultural Competency.
Please visit the e-learning site.
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Physician-linked correspondence A proven way to get more of your patients screened for cancer.
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Primary Care Providers are supported in providing prevention, screening and cancer care through guidelines and other tools developed by Cancer Care Ontario, Regional Cancer Programs, and partner organizations. Resources outlined below can be accessed at:

| Cancer Screening |
Cancer Screening Toolkit for Quality Improvement Plans (QIPs) 2017/18
Breast Screening
Cervical Screening
Colorectal Screening
Lung Screening
Prostate Screening Position Statement and Supporting Documents
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| Referrals – when to refer, with algorithms |
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| Diagnostic Assessment Program - manage and coordinate diagnostic care |
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| Follow-up care for Cancer Survivors |
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| Symptom Management and Palliative Care – from diagnosis onward |
- ESAS (Edmonton Symptom Assessment System)
A valid and reliable assessment tool to screen for the intensity of nine common symptoms experienced by cancer patients: pain, tiredness, nausea, depression, anxiety, drowsiness, appetite, well-being and shortness of breath. The score guides symptom management.
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Mobile Apps |
- App Library
Download our free clinical apps on your Android, iPhone and BlackBerry. Just click on the tab for your smartphone to find out more and link to the app store.
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Last modified:
Wed, Mar 29, 2017