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Philanthropy and Research: Bringing Results to Patients
The BC Cancer Foundation’s sole mission is to support the BC Cancer Agency’s mandate to provide research and care to the population of British …
Advancing Breast Cancer Research in British Columbia
Breast cancer is responsible for 20-25% of all cancers. Working with expert medical oncologists such as the late Dr. Brian Norris and Dr. Lee …
My Career at the BC Cancer Agency
It is extremely out of fashion to work at one place for one’s entire career life nowadays. But, I admit that I am old-fashioned. …
Dr. Frances Wong: My Journey to a Career in Cancer Medicine
One’s life journey is full of twists and turns. Very often, the path taken is influenced by decisions at critical points which become obvious …
Introducing October Guest Blogger Dr. Frances Wong
Hi everyone,
First, thank you to Dr. Karen Goddard – it is inspiring to read about the advancements happening in pediatric cancer research, and …
1st Annual Concrete Hero Raises Over $400,000 for the BC Cancer Foundation
Funds raised will support life-saving research and innovations in care at the BC Cancer Agency.
VANCOUVER, B.C. – Concrete Hero announced …
Childhood Cancer: Finding Solutions for Late Effects
The chances of curing a child with cancer have improved very significantly over the past 20 years or so, but we still have a …
Treating Pediatric Brain Tumours: A Multidisciplinary Approach
For many pediatric brain tumours, successful therapy involves a multidisciplinary approach which includes radiation therapy (RT) as well as surgery and chemotherapy. But before …
Road Hockey to Conquer Cancer powers life-saving Cancer Research forward in BC
Vancouver, B.C. – Participants brought their a-game for a good cause at the BC Cancer Foundation’s Road Hockey to Conquer Cancer on September 14th. …
Paediatric Oncology: Why it Matters So Much
About 10,400 North American children (between birth and 14 years of age) develop childhood cancer every year. The outlook for these children has improved …