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INTRODUCING MAY GUEST BLOGGER, DR. ROSS HALPERIN
Thank you to Dr. Allan Hovan for sharing the critical importance of oral health in relation to cancer outcomes.
We are so grateful to our …
Workout to Conquer Cancer kicks off today!
Hundreds of people are set to break a sweat in the name of cancer research and care as the BC Cancer Foundation’s Workout …
BC Cancer researchers demonstrate the promise of novel radiation treatment for metastatic cancer patients
VANCOUVER, B.C. – A new study co-led by BC Cancer researchers has found that the use of Stereotactic Ablative Radiotherapy (SABR) technology may improve …
Patient perspectives: A source of inspiration
Hello,
My name is Dr. Allan Hovan. I’m the provincial practice leader for oral oncology/dentistry at BC Cancer, a position I’ve held for the past …
After five surgeries and 39 rounds of radiation, patient credits BC Cancer with positive outcome
VANCOUVER, B.C. - Jesse Kaltio was 22 years old when he was working at an elementary school in Carrot River, Saskatchewan, feeling as though …
Dr. Marco Marra receives Don Rix Award for Lifetime Achievement
Dr. Marco Marra has received the Don Rix Award for Lifetime Achievement by Life Sciences BC for his significant contributions to the field of …
Introducing April guest blogger Dr. Allan Hovan
Thank you to Dr. Jonathan Loree for updating our community on the latest in colorectal cancer research and care.
It is concerning to learn colorectal …
How targeted drugs can improve colorectal cancer outcomes
In addition to the research I mentioned last week, we are also enrolling patients in clinical trials focused on improving outcomes.
For example, we have …
New study: Colorectal cancer cases climbing in young people
I mentioned last week that a number of exciting developments are taking place for colorectal cancer research and care.
Our hope is that through …
A drop of blood could fuel a revolution in personalizing cancer treatment
There’s a growing belief that a blood test could act as a crystal ball in predicting a person’s necessity, response, and ultimate outcome to …