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April 10, 2022

Recognizing Essential Caregivers During the Pandemic

On April 5th, Canada observed National Caregiver Day – a day dedicated to recognizing the essential labour that caregivers do and the contributions they make to the health and quality of life of so many Canadians.
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Two people standing on the lawn of the Ontario legislature; one holds a sign saying “Deductibles are often about 20% of the cost of the drug #BitterestPill”, and the other holds a sign saying “Why? Delays, dollars, distress for cancer drugs in Ontario? #BitterestPill”.
April 9, 2022

The Bitterest Pill: Equal Access to Take-Home Cancer Drugs in Ontario

On April 4th, the CanCertainty Coalition gathered to call for equitable access to take-home cancer drugs in Ontario.
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April 8, 2022

Patient Groups Commend Changes to Drug Pricing Rules

CCSN is among twenty-two national patient organizations that have expressed their support for the recent announcement regarding drug pricing regulations.
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In 2022, an estimated 233,900 Canadians will be diagnosed with cancer, and 85,100 Canadians will die of cancer.
April 8, 2022

Cancer in Canada in 2022

An estimated 233,900 Canadians will receive a cancer diagnosis in 2022, and 85,100 will die of cancer.
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April 8, 2022

COVID-19 Death Toll Much Higher Previously Thought

The global death toll from COVID-19 has now been estimated to be three times higher than official reports.
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April 2, 2022

Responses to CCSN’s Open Letter Slowly Trickle In

In January, CCSN's President and CEO, Jackie Manthorne, wrote to all of the health ministers across Canada as part of CCSN's national “Cancer Can't Wait” campaign. These letters were written...
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April 1, 2022

Mindful Eating for a Healthier Lifestyle Registration Now Open

About this webinar: Trying to stay in the moment and slowing down can be supportive in many aspects of our lives, including fostering a positive relationship with food. Join us...
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April 1, 2022

Anal & Colorectal Webinar Now Available for Replay

CCSN welcomes back Helene Hutchings to discuss anal and colorectal cancer in this educational webinar. (more…)
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February 16, 2022

Bitterest Pill Event at Queen’s Park – DATE CHANGE & DETAILS

The following is a press release from CanCertainty: The event previously scheduled for Monday, March 28th has been rescheduled to Monday, April 4th.  This change was in consideration of the weather....
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Tomorrow can't wait!
February 7, 2022 / Cancer Can't Wait

Tomorrow Can’t Wait: Every Canadian Deserves Access to Breakthrough Cancer Treatments

Ottawa, February 4, 2022 – Cancer ends more Canadian lives than anything else. In 2020, cancer killed 83,300 Canadians. New research from The Conference Board of Canada shows that although...
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