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CCSN’s Ontario All-party Cancer Caucus held on April 24, 2024 with a focus on cervical cancer screening and rehabilitation for cancer survivors
CCSN’s spring All-party Cancer Caucus took place at Queen’s Park on April 24, 2024, with CCSN President & CEO Jackie Manthorne, Community...
Read MoreStatement on Ontario’s Promise to Strengthen Protections for Firefighters
The Canadian Cancer Survivor Network (CCSN) commends the Government of Ontario for committing to introduce legislation that, if passed, will ensure...
Read More Cancer Can't Wait, Firefighters and CancerOntario to Expand Cancer Coverage to Wildland Firefighters
The following release is from the Government of Ontario. To read more about CCSN’s work on this critical topic, visit our Firefighting and...
Read More Cancer Can't Wait, Firefighters and CancerRecommendations Regarding the Development of a New World Health Organization Pandemic Agreement
April 26, 2024 – The Canadian Cancer Survivor Network commends the efforts of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Body (INB) in developing this...
Read More Cancer Can't Wait, CCSN News, COVID-19Highlights from the 2024 Saskatchewan All-Party Cancer Caucus: Addressing Challenges & Seeking Solutions
The Canadian Cancer Survivor Network held its second Saskatchewan All-Party Cancer Caucus (APCC) in Regina on March 12, 2024. The two topics discussed...
Read MoreMedical experts call for reform of federal preventive health task force
The following is a release from the Coalition for Responsible Healthcare Guidelines. For more background on the coalition, click HERE. April 15, 2024...
Read MoreTime-to-Access Improvement the Focus of New CADTH Initiative
Canada’s Drug and Health Technology Agency (CADTH) wants zero days to pass between Health Canada’s approval of a drug and their...
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- May13Webinar – Mole Mapping & Melanoma Screening in the Early Detection of Skin Cancer
The following event is put on by Melanoma Canada Skin Cancer Prevention and Early Detection with special guests Dr. Whiteman and Dr. Solomon from Palmerston Mole Scan Clinic Dr. Sheida Naderi-Azad, Family Physician Madeleine Crawford, Researcher at Dalhousie University Laura Sofen, Patient Speaker Monday May 13, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM (ET.) Please check your time zone Regular skin checks are crucial for early detection of
View Event - May14The Colorectal Cancer Community Conference
This event is put on by Colorectal Cancer Canada We are excited to announce that registration is now open for our 4th Colorectal Cancer Community Conference. Co-created with our patient and caregiver co-chairs this year’s conference will bring together individuals currently in or post-treatment, caregivers, loved ones and medical professionals. With engaging speakers and animated discussions, it promises to be an enriching experience.
View Event - May26The Amazing Ride 2.0 for Prostate Cancer
The Westcoast Motorcycle Ride to Live brings riders from across Canada together to support one important cause. The Amazing Ride 2.0 for prostate cancer returns May 26th, 2024. This in-person event is limited to 200 bikes, so make sure to register early to avoid disappointment. Registration will open January 2024.
View Event - May26Push For Your Tush – Walk/Run
Push For Your Tush 5K/10K Walk/Run is Colorectal Cancer Canada's largest annual community event, uniting individuals across Canada in the fight against colorectal cancer. Push is a fun, family-friendly atmosphere where survivors are celebrated, the lost are honored and supportive communities grow, all while raising much needed funds and awareness to save lives! Participants have the opportunity to engage both their bodies and hearts in this impactful initiative.
View Event - May26Strides for Melenoma – Virtual 5K to Stop Skin Cancer
This event is put on by Melenoma Canada Join us for the largest event dedicated to melanoma and skin cancer awareness in Canada. Whether you walk, run, or stroll, everyone is welcome to take strides to stop skin cancer on Sunday May 26th outside of peak UV hours between 3:00 and 5:00 pm local time. Your participation and support can make a difference for those impacted
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- BC Ministry of Health – Survey on Minor Ailments and Contraception Service
The BC Ministry of Health has published a survey to receive feedback from the public on the Minor Ailments and Contraception Service (MACS). These are significant change coming for British Columbians and will have an impact on access to care and how patients will soon have an alternative route to access assessment and treatment with medicines through Pharmacists with authority being given to Pharmacists for prescribing in the treatment of minor ailments. This is new for BC and will be coming into effect in the couple of month, based on tentative information. I encourage you to circulate this survey to your members and stakeholders in BC, it is a short survey. The survey will be open from April 12th to April 30th .Participate Now
- Beyond Study: Understanding the Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on the Psychosocial Health of Children with Cancer, Survivors, and Parents.
With this project, researchers from Concordia University are looking forward to learning more about the Canadian childhood cancer community’s experiences during the pandemic and how to best support their well-being during the pandemic and beyond. They are looking for:
- Children and teens with cancer (<18 years of age)
- Survivors of childhood cancer (<18 years of age)
- Parents of children with cancer
- Parents of survivors of childhood cancer who are <18 years of age
- SEAMLESS Study: A Smartphone App-based Mindfulness Intervention for Cancer Survivors
This study is commissioned by the University of Calgary and Alberta Health Services Click below for more information: SEAMLESS Flyer_Apr2023 SEAMLESS Email Flyer
Cancer Journey Stories
Plot Twist: Lung Cancer at 33 – Katie Hulan
I am a stage 4 ALK+ lung cancer patient who was diagnosed February 2021 at 33 years old.
Read MoreSurviving Metastatic Prostate Cancer – Derek Lawrence
I first learned that I had prostate cancer from my urologist in 1995, and he told me that I actually had a very aggressive cancer. I had been to my family doctor in 1992 and 1993 for my annual checkup, which was fine; no mention was ever made to me about having a PSA blood test, but I was given a digital rectal exam. Somehow
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