On September 17 and 18, 2022 Prostate Cancer Foundation BC will be hosting a 2-day free, online conference and expo for support group leaders, those interested in leadership, and the larger community to learn more about prostate cancer. This conference will feature sessions with acclaimed Canadian healthcare providers,
Month: June 2022
Cancer Can’t Wait! Report on CCSN’s Three Surveys on COVID-19 and Cancer
CCSN has released a report that gathers together the results of three surveys to paint a picture of the experience of cancer patients and caregivers during the pandemic.
The Importance of Cancer Caregivers
Caregivers play a vitally important role in helping the person they care for navigate the medical system. Many caregivers assist their loved one by taking them to appointments, communicating with doctors, and keeping track of prescriptions, for example. For many people, most practical responsibility for their care lies with their caregiver. The importance of caregivers for healthcare in Canada is often underestimated. According to Statistics
National Cancer Survivors Day
On Sunday, June 5, Canada celebrated National Cancer Survivors Day. This day, which takes place each year on the first Sunday in June, honours everyone who is living with a cancer diagnosis. In 2022, there are more cancer survivors than ever. It is estimated that 43 per cent of Canadians will be diagnosed with cancer within their lifetime. Moreover, rates of cancer death are expected