It is a shocking number, that could give hope in reducing cancer rates around the world. The International Agency for Research on Cancer has released a report the Lancet Global Health that
Year: 2023
What is a Cancer Survivor to You? Part 1.
This is a question we get a lot. What is cancer survivorship? How does one survive cancer? Can one survive cancer? Typically, many people associate survivorship with being cancer-free. And yet for
The Changing Relationship between Cancer and Hope
I recently talked with CCSN’s President & CEO, Jackie Manthorne, about misinformation and cancer care. With all the fake news and uncertainty around research results, treatment and survivorship, Jackie made the point
Where are the Men in Cancer Support?
During our webinar for World Cancer Day earlier this year, Angus Pratt pointed out a disparity in patient self-advocacy that he came across in his cancer journey. “If you were to look
Are You Aware of the Sun?
When I first saw it there was sun awareness month, I felt it was a little silly. Of course people are aware of the sun. It is a constant reminder that too
Occupational Cancer: A Real Work Risk
Often the International Agency for Research on Cancer lists several types of substances that are both known carcinogens and related to certain occupations. It is common to expect that some work comes