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Discover the stories and breakthroughs that continue to change cancer outcomes across British Columbia.
Canadian study looks at possible association between tumours and cellular phones
Agency researchers joined a national team collaborating to examine factors — including the use of cellular phones and other radiofrequency exposures — that may …
Tumour Tissue Repository launched at the BC Cancer Agency
The Agency launched the Tumour Tissue Repository (TTR) in its Vancouver Island Centre, the first research resource of its kind in Canada. The TTR …
New clinical trials unit opened
The new clinical trials unit opened in the Agency’s Fraser Valley Centre in Surrey, with funds raised by BC Cancer Foundation donors.
Screening Mammography Program
The BC Cancer Agency’s Screening Mammography Program, the first in Canada, was established across B.C. to reduce breast cancer mortality through early detection.
First cervical screening program
The BC Cancer Agency’s Dr. David Boyes became the first in the world to establish a free cervical screening program for all B.C. women …