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Family Raises $90,000 to Further Understanding of Endometrial Cancer in Honour of their Mother
COQUITLAM, B.C. – A local family has raised over $90,000 to support cancer research at the BC Cancer Agency in memory of their mother. …
Final Thoughts from Dr. Janine Davies
Many times each month I am aware that the news I’m about to give a patient is devastating. I am buoyed by the fact …
PREDICT: Expanding our Knowledge of Cancer for the Benefit of Patients
For many, the mention of “research” makes one’s eyes gloss over and the mind wander to other topics! But for oncologists at the BC …
Medical Oncology: Behind the Scenes
One question I am often asked is, “What exactly does a medical oncologist do?” Obviously we order a lot of chemotherapy, but there’s a …
8th Annual Underwear Affair Raises $625,000 for the BC Cancer Foundation
VANCOUVER, B.C. – The 8th annual Underwear Affair announced 1,025 participants raised $625,000 for the BC Cancer Foundation to support leading-edge research and enhancements …
Dr. Janine Davies: My Beginnings in Medicine
I write my initial blog in the wake of the flooding in Alberta. Having grown up in Calgary, this hits close to home as …
Introducing July Guest Blogger Dr. Janine Davies
Hi everyone,
I want to start by thanking Dr. Stephen Chia for sharing with us the impact that research is having on breast cancer outcomes …
BC Cancer Foundation Raises Record $58 Million for Cancer Research in British Columbia
VANCOUVER, B.C. – The BC Cancer Foundation raised a record $58 million for cancer research and enhancements to patient care at the BC Cancer …
BC Cancer Foundation Raises $58 million in 2013
Hello everyone,
Across the globe, cancer research is advancing at a rapid pace and the depth of our understanding of the disease and how …
The Future of Breast Cancer Research in B.C.
I’ve been at the BC Cancer Agency for about 11 years now. Why do I enjoy working here? Cancer survival rates in B.C. are …