Real-time, evidence-based information at clinicians' fingertips to streamline mental health care

(Toronto, ON) May 12, 2010 -- Mental health, the second leading cause of disability and premature death in Canada, impacts the lives of every Canadian, much like technology. Mental health and technology are now being brought together with an innovative tool developed by University of Toronto Bloomberg nursing researchers in collaboration with Toronto-based software development company HInext and the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH). This tool has the potential to improve mental health care planning in Ontario and beyond.

The e-Volution-TREAT system simplifies the integration of evidence-based research with care planning at point-of-care for people living with mental illness. The web-based electronic application pulls best practice information together and presents it to clinicians as they assess client information, allowing them to incorporate the information into their treatment plan.

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