Is 3D Mammography more effective in detecting breast cancer?

OTTAWA, Feb. 8, 2017 /CNW/ – Researchers from The Ottawa Hospital Breast Health Centre and the Ottawa Integrative Cancer Centre (OICC) have opened the Ottawa site of the Lead-In to the Tomosynthesis Mammographic Imaging Screening Trial (TMIST). The Breast Health Centre is one of three clinical trial sites to launch the Lead-In in Canada. It is expected that shortly this trial will be integrated into a larger U.S./Canada TMIST, managed by

“Prostate Cancer – Discover the Future” to be held at Ottawa Convention and Event Centre

FOR RELEASE Prostate Cancer Canada Network Ottawa (PCCNO) is pleased to announce that its 2017 conference “Prostate Cancer – Discover the Future” will be held at the Ottawa Convention and Event Centre, 200 Coventry Road, Ottawa on September 15 – 16, 2017. This event will be a showcase for the progress being made in prostate cancer treatment and new developments for treating this disease in

Blog: PEI Becomes Latest Province to Sign New Healthcare Agreement

Last week, Prince Edward Island agreed to a new healthcare accord with the federal government, securing an additional $45.1 million over the next ten years. British Columbia, Alberta, Manitoba, Ontario and Quebec still remain without a new agreement. When asked about the new accord, federal Health Minister Jane Philpott stated, “They’ve got some great plans there [Prince Edward Island] about how they want to make

World Cancer Day Open House

On Friday, February 3rd, CCSN opened their doors in recognition of World Cancer Day! An annual event held at the CCSN office, this years’ edition was a huge success with many people in attendance. “Friday’s Open House was a great demonstration on how so many people can be affected by cancer,“ said Kati Oliver, CCSN Programs and Projects Manager. “This was a fantastic way for

World Cancer Day 2017

Saturday, February 4th is World Cancer Day. World Cancer Day. What is World Cancer Day? A truly global event taking place every year on 4 February, World Cancer Day unites the world’s population in the fight against cancer. It aims to save millions of preventable deaths each year by raising awareness and education about the disease, pressing governments and individuals across the world to take

CCSN Joins Instagram

Earlier this week, the Canadian Cancer Survivor Network set up an Instagram account and would love to connect with you on that platform. By following our account, you can expect survivor stories, event reminders, a behind the scenes look at what we’re up to, and much more great content! Be sure to give us a follow @survivornet_ca!