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A Message from BC Cancer’s Chief Medical Officer
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Every day I see first-hand the impact your donations have on cancer care in the clinic. On behalf of our BC Cancer teams …
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In the wake of current events, we are more inspired …
Diagnosed with Testicular Cancer at 19 – Ryan Steele’s Story
At just 19 years old, Ryan Steele’s young life was turned upside down when he was diagnosed with testicular cancer.
“I was 19 when …
A MESSAGE TO OUR SUPPORTERS IN THE MIDST OF COVID-19
Dear BC Cancer Foundation family,
This is a challenging time for our community. In the midst of the escalating impacts of COVID-19, our hearts go …
Finding Authenticity on the road to Recovery – Carly Allen’s Story
In 2014, after experiencing discomfort and pain while seated, Carly Allen was diagnosed with Stage III vulvar cancer.
Upon diagnosis, Carly was immediately placed in …
Facing Colorectal Cancer with Courage at 33 – Catherine Perka’s Story
In January 2019, Catherine Perka started noticing some alarming lower digestive symptoms in the form of blood in her stool, change of bowel movement …
Facing Cancer, Celebrating Strength – Natalie Matko Jackson’s Story
If you’re searching for words to describe Natalie Matko Jackson, vibrant, beautiful and positive are just a few that would come to mind. Her …
A Love Never Lost: Isla Haywood’s Story | Lose the Booze
24-year-old Isla Haywood lived a healthy and full life with her boyfriend Mike Brady. Then she began to experience odd symptoms such as migraines, …
Clinical trials are changing cancer outcomes
Dr. Vanessa Bernstein is a medical oncologist and chair of the skin cancer tumour group at BC Cancer. Based at BC Cancer – …
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