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Discover the stories and breakthroughs that continue to change cancer outcomes across British Columbia.
We have good reason to be optimistic for the future of cancer outcomes
A large part of my role as Regional Medical Director in the Interior is to look ahead and ensure our patients have access to …
Vancouver students honour Gia Tran with $2,000 from bottle drive
VANCOUVER, B.C. – It’s a story that continues to inspire the community. Today, students from the Vancouver Talmud Torah School honoured Gia Tran, a …
Promising findings in pancreatic cancer study highlight the importance of genetic sequencing
VANCOUVER, B.C. – A study led by BC Cancer researchers which looked into the genetic profiles of advanced pancreatic cancers has led to a …
The power of individualized treatment in radiation oncology
Hello, my name is Dr. Ross Halperin. I am a Radiation Oncologist and Regional Medical Director of BC Cancer - Kelowna. It has been nearly …
INTRODUCING MAY GUEST BLOGGER, DR. ROSS HALPERIN
Thank you to Dr. Allan Hovan for sharing the critical importance of oral health in relation to cancer outcomes. We are so grateful to our …
Workout to Conquer Cancer kicks off today!
Hundreds of people are set to break a sweat in the name of cancer research and care as the BC Cancer Foundation’s Workout …
BC Cancer researchers demonstrate the promise of novel radiation treatment for metastatic cancer patients
VANCOUVER, B.C. – A new study co-led by BC Cancer researchers has found that the use of Stereotactic Ablative Radiotherapy (SABR) technology may improve …
Patient perspectives: A source of inspiration
Hello, My name is Dr. Allan Hovan. I’m the provincial practice leader for oral oncology/dentistry at BC Cancer, a position I’ve held for the past …
After five surgeries and 39 rounds of radiation, patient credits BC Cancer with positive outcome
VANCOUVER, B.C. - Jesse Kaltio was 22 years old when he was working at an elementary school in Carrot River, Saskatchewan, feeling as though …