The Institut national de santé publique du Québec (INSPQ) has recently established a new committee dedicated to promoting healthy lifestyles. Known as the Lifestyle Committee (CHDV), it is tasked with providing opinions and recommendations aimed at enhancing well-being.
The primary goal of the CHDV is to offer support in decision-making processes at both national and regional levels. Through its publications, the committee will emphasize the importance of adopting healthy lifestyle practices to prevent chronic diseases.
By utilizing the Quebec Integrated Chronic Disease Surveillance System, the INSPQ closely monitors trends in about twenty chronic diseases among the Quebec population. Surveys revealed that over 3 million Quebec residents aged 25 and above were grappling with chronic illnesses during the 2023-2024 period, with prevalent conditions including high blood pressure, heart disease, and chronic lung ailments.
According to the INSPQ, proactive measures such as modifying habits and lifestyle choices or adjusting daily activities can play a pivotal role in preventing, alleviating, and managing chronic diseases. The institute emphasizes the significance of creating environments that promote healthy living for individuals.
Dr. Marianne Boisvert Moreau heads the Committee on Physicians’ Lifestyle, which comprises diverse experts, including university professors specializing in nutrition, political science, transportation engineering, and human kinetics. The committee includes representation from the general population and First Nations communities to ensure a comprehensive understanding of various lifestyle realities.
In addition to addressing requests related to healthy lifestyle promotion, the CHDV is committed to staying abreast of emerging lifestyle trends and maintaining scientific proficiency in this domain. The INSPQ oversees nine expert committees, covering a range of health issues such as immunization and sexually transmitted infections.
