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Discover the stories and breakthroughs that continue to change cancer outcomes across British Columbia.
Head and Neck Cancers Caused by a Common STI are Preventable
April is Head and Neck Cancer Awareness month. To bring awareness to mouth, throat and nose cancers, we’re sharing five facts about risk factors, …
In Memory of Rocket Norton
Canada lost a music icon, and the BC Cancer Foundation lost a champion, last week when Prism drummer Rocket Norton passed away after three …
9 Fundraising Tips for Reaching Your Goals
Congratulations! You’ve completed the first step by signing up to take part in an event to fuel life-saving research and provide better outcomes …
5 Exercise Tips to Reduce Your Cancer Risk
At least 30 minutes of moderate activity each day helps lower your risk for cancer. Regular exercise protects against many different types of cancers …
CAR T-Cell Therapy Now Available as Standard of Care
The Asrat family, pictured alongside BC Cancer, Foundation and Provincial leadership, shared how CAR-T therapy saved their son Hugo …
BC Cancer Loses Longest Serving Scientist and Beloved Mentor
It is with great sadness that we share in the incredible loss of Dr. Connie Eaves — a pioneer at BC Cancer, a devoted …
Women, Get Ready to Ride — with the Help of RBC and the World’s Best Cyclists
In honour of International Women’s Day, and the incredible things women have accomplished in cycling, the first 50 women to self-donate $100 to their …
Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month: What you Need to Know About Risk, Prevention and Screening
An estimated 3,630 people will be diagnosed with colorectal cancer this year in our province. One in six British Columbians will be diagnosed in …
$3 Million Raised by BC Cancer Staff Since 2020
It’s no secret that BC Cancer has made vast impacts in the lives of cancer patients across the province, from groundbreaking research to world-class …
Ending Generations of Women Lost
After losing her sister, mother and grandmother to cancer, Natasha Benn made an extraordinary decision to save her own life — and put her …