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Discover the stories and breakthroughs that continue to change cancer outcomes across British Columbia.
$5 million fundraising initiative announced to bring PET/CT technology to Kelowna
KELOWNA, B.C. – The BC Cancer Foundation is pleased to announce a $5 million fundraising initiative to bring a PET/CT scanner to the BC …
VERO: a game-changer in cancer treatment
The VERO machine, now installed at BC Cancer, is the most advanced stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT) system available in the world. SBRT involves …
My journey to radiation oncology at BC Cancer
My name is Dr. Roy Ma and I work as a radiation oncologist here at BC Cancer. It is a pleasure to be your …
Introducing June guest blogger Dr. Roy Ma
Thank you to our May guest bloggers Drs. Ryna Levy Milne and Kristin Campbell for sharing with us the importance of healthy eating and …
Fifth annual Workout to Conquer Cancer raises $275,000 toward critical cancer research and care
VANCOUVER, B.C. – Hundreds of British Columbians united for the month of May to exercise every day, raising an inspiring $275,000, benefitting the BC …
What’s next in cancer research and care
We are gearing up for a second phase of the NExT study. For Phase II, we are working with Dr. Levy-Milne in her role as …
Celebrating the impact of patients on cancer research
The patients who participated in the NExT study offered a wealth of information on what worked and what didn’t work, which informs us on how …
Testing Nutrition and Exercise During Treatment
My name is Dr. Kristin Campbell and I am thrilled to be blogging alongside my colleague Dr. Ryna Levy Milne this month for the …
BC scientists uncover new subtypes of ovarian cancer with new potential treatment strategies
VANCOUVER, B.C. – BC Cancer Agency scientists have uncovered seven new subtypes of ovarian cancer, which could result in new treatment strategies for some …
Controlling Cancer With Diet and Exercise
Currently, the BC Cancer Agency’s therapeutic oncology program conducts research to address lifestyle related issues including nutrition, physical activity and symptom management for people …