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My role as a medical oncologist
Dr. Sharlene Gill explain her role as a medical oncologist. (more…)
New breast cancer care coordinator helps women navigate through cancer diagnosis and treatment
March 15, 2011, Abbotsford, BC – Breast cancer patients being treated at the BC Cancer Agency’s Abbotsford Centre and in the eastern Fraser Valley …
A little bit about me
Hi, I’m Sharlene Gill and I am a medical oncologist at the BC Cancer Agency’s Vancouver Centre. I’m thrilled to be a part …
Introducing March’s Guest Blogger — Dr. Sharlene Gill
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. It is important to take a moment and reflect on your awareness of this disease. Did you know …
World-first lymphoma research discovery!
Before we get into next month’s blogger, I’m pleased to inform you of an exciting discovery that was announced today at the BC Cancer …
Researchers discover how cancer cheats immune system
March 2, 2011, Vancouver, BC – BC Cancer Agency scientists have discovered that a single gene, CIITA, is implicated in almost 40 per cent …
Looking to the future
Dr. Nelson talks about the future of the Deeley Research Centre. (more…)
Explaining cancer immunology
So, I hope that I’ve built some anticipation for my explanation of cancer immunology. I’m really proud of my team at the Deeley Research …
Scientists discover first breast cancer ‘oncogene’ for five years
Dr. Sam Aparicio, the Agency’s head of breast cancer research, co-led a UK-based study that discovered a new cancer-causing gene, ZNF703, that when …
Why the Deeley Research Centre is a great place to work
As I mentioned, coming back to B.C. to work at the Deeley Research Centre (DRC) in BC Cancer - Victoria was an exciting moment in my …