The Saskatchewan Cancer Agency is inviting adults across the province to participate in Healthy Future Sask, Saskatchewan\u2019s largest health research project.<\/p>\n
Adults between the ages of 30 and 74 with a valid Saskatchewan health card are eligible to take part, regardless of their current health status or where they live in the province.<\/p>\n
Participants can enroll by completing an online questionnaire, with an optional in-person clinic visit also available.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis is an exciting opportunity for Saskatchewan residents to ensure that health research in our province reflects the people that live here,\u201d Saskatchewan Cancer Agency Vice-President of Population Health, Quality and Research Karen Efthimiou said.<\/p>\n
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Research focused on cancer and chronic disease<\/p>\n
The Healthy Future Sask project is designed to help researchers better understand cancer and other chronic diseases, including why some people develop disease while others do not.<\/p>\n
Efthimiou said the information collected through the project could help improve prevention and care for future generations of Saskatchewan residents.<\/p>\n
\u201cYour participation will help researchers better understand cancer and chronic diseases, including why some people develop disease and others do not, leading to better prevention and care for future generations right here in Saskatchewan,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n
More than 3,400 people have enrolled in Healthy Future Sask to date, with organizers encouraging more Saskatchewan residents to join.<\/p>\n
Enrollment activities are scheduled to continue until March 2027.<\/p>\n
Privacy and security<\/p>\n
The Saskatchewan Cancer Agency says the safety and security of participants\u2019 health information is a priority throughout the project.<\/p>\n
Research information is handled under strict protocols designed to protect participant privacy and follows the requirements of Saskatchewan\u2019s Health Information Protection Act and established research ethics standards.<\/p>\n
The research project has also been reviewed and approved by the University of Saskatchewan\u2019s Behavioral Research Ethics Board under REB number 3196.<\/p>\n
How to participate<\/p>\n
Adults aged 30 to 74 who have a valid Saskatchewan health card can learn more about Healthy Future Sask or register to participate online.<\/p>\n