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Discover the stories and breakthroughs that continue to change cancer outcomes across British Columbia.
My Career at the BC Cancer Agency
It is extremely out of fashion to work at one place for one’s entire career life nowadays. But, I admit that I am old-fashioned. …
Dr. Frances Wong: My Journey to a Career in Cancer Medicine
One’s life journey is full of twists and turns. Very often, the path taken is influenced by decisions at critical points which become obvious …
Introducing October Guest Blogger Dr. Frances Wong
Hi everyone, First, thank you to Dr. Karen Goddard – it is inspiring to read about the advancements happening in pediatric cancer research, and …
1st Annual Concrete Hero Raises Over $400,000 for the BC Cancer Foundation
Funds raised will support life-saving research and innovations in care at the BC Cancer Agency. VANCOUVER, B.C. – Concrete Hero announced …
Childhood Cancer: Finding Solutions for Late Effects
The chances of curing a child with cancer have improved very significantly over the past 20 years or so, but we still have a …
Treating Pediatric Brain Tumours: A Multidisciplinary Approach
For many pediatric brain tumours, successful therapy involves a multidisciplinary approach which includes radiation therapy (RT) as well as surgery and chemotherapy. But before …
Road Hockey to Conquer Cancer powers life-saving Cancer Research forward in BC
Vancouver, B.C. – Participants brought their a-game for a good cause at the BC Cancer Foundation’s Road Hockey to Conquer Cancer on September 14th. …
Paediatric Oncology: Why it Matters So Much
About 10,400 North American children (between birth and 14 years of age) develop childhood cancer every year. The outlook for these children has improved …
Dr. Karen Goddard: About Me and my Practice
As a radiation oncologist at the BC Cancer Agency, I find my work really interesting and challenging. I am a full time clinician and have …
Introducing September Guest Blogger Dr. Karen Goddard
Hi everyone, Thank you to our August guest blogger Dr. Jonn Wu for ending summer on a high note with his insightful posts about the …