Baljit Dhillon: A Legacy of Gratitude and Giving
Gratitude and positivity have been cornerstones of Baljit Dhillon’s life — qualities that shone even while facing colon cancer. From the first physician who …
Colorectal cancer
In Memory of Rocket Norton
Canada lost a music icon, and the BC Cancer Foundation lost a champion, last week when Prism drummer Rocket Norton passed away after three …
Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month: What you Need to Know About Risk, Prevention and Screening
An estimated 3,630 people will be diagnosed with colorectal cancer this year in our province. One in six British Columbians will be diagnosed in …
Stopping to Plant the Roses: Adele Cave’s Story
A growing body of science is proving nature benefits physical and mental health. Adele Cave recovered from cancer with the help of a garden. …
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 research underway to improve colorectal cancer outcomes
Hello, My name is Dr. Jonathan Loree. I’m a medical oncologist at BC Cancer, specializing in gastrointestinal cancer treatment and research. It is my first time …
Introducing March guest blogger Dr. Jonathan Loree
Thank you to Dr. Stephen Lam for sharing the results of his game-changing study on lung cancer incidence and screening. It is pleasing to …
Questions of medicine and science formed half way ‘round the world
My path to a career in science and medicine was convoluted, but not without direction. I grew up in east Africa on an island …
Spirit of Giving
As this is the week leading up to Christmas, I would like to wish everyone all the very best over the holiday season. Each …
The Power of Research
I am actively involved in clinical research at the BC Cancer Agency, including being an investigator in several gastrointestinal …