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Did you know that 1 in 44 Canadians are expected to be diagnosed with melanoma skin cancer in their lifetime? . Join SunSense 🌞, a free program for schools and daycares that provides easy to use resources to teach kids about sun protection and the risks of Ultraviolet radiation

RT @tsx_tsxv: Andrea Seale, CEO, @cancersociety, and Christopher Wein, Board of Directors Chair, Canadian Cancer Society, joined us to open….

Nalini Sharma hadn’t been feeling like herself for months. When she went to the doctor, she was asked if she’d ever had a mammogram. Because she lived a healthy lifestyle and had no family history of cancer, Nalini never thought she needed one. Nalini decided to get a

“As a teacher, I feel really lucky to be in a position to educate kids about the importance of being safe in the sun. The problem is a sunburn, especially at a young age, just lays the groundwork for an increased risk of skin cancer in early adulthood.” . Laura Crane, a teacher

We asked 4 women how mammography has helped them. See what they had to say below. ⬇️ . By getting screened for breast cancer, you can improve your chances of breast cancer being detected early, before symptoms even develop and when it’s easiest to treat. Having a mammogram can

What do psychedelics have to do with cancer? 💭. People living with advanced cancer often struggle with feelings that can impact their quality of life. But psychedelic-assisted therapy may be a fast and effective way to help them. Enter Dr Carlson, one of the recipients of our

Today, we’re excited to announce the recipients of the 2025 Canadian Cancer Society Breakthrough Grants! These projects aim to reshape how we care for people living with advanced #cancer and learn more about how cancer can return. Canadian Cancer Society is investing $17.9

RT @CCSResearch: We are very proud of this unique funding program! @cancersociety / Hecht Foundation Disruptive Innovation in Cancer Resear….

“Colon cancer screening can save your life, it’s as simple as that,” . It’s #ColorectalCancerAwarenessMonth. Colorectal cancer is the 4th most commonly diagnosed cancer and the 2nd leading cause of cancer-related death among Canadians. In the spring of 2014, Jeff Orson had

Dusting off your golf shoes? Ready to make a difference? Registration for Golf for Cancer is now miss your chance to help drive change this season! 🏌️‍ . Taking on cancer requires more than a team—it takes a society. Last year, we came together and raised over $850,000 with the

RT @nationalpost: Canadian Cancer Society invests in next-gen research to advance cancer detection and treatment. Big swings for big breakt….

Are you living with metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer (mCRPC) with HHR Gene Mutations and taking talazoparib?. We want to hear from you! Whether you’ve used talazoparib or not, your experience with mCRPC is important. By sharing your story, you can help us provide

RT @CCSResearch: Exciting #research news! A recent study led by @cancersociety-funded researcher Dr Parveen Bhatti found that melatonin sup….

Have you ever wondered what it's like to volunteer at Camp Goodtimes? Get a glimpse of the magic by spending a day at our Camp in BC! 🏕️ ⬇️. Camp Goodtimes volunteers help create unforgettable experiences for our campers. But we need more amazing people like YOU 🫵 to join our

It’s #InternationalWomensDay and we want to recognize all the women who show:. 💛Strength in resilience - in facing challenges head-on and rising to the needs of those around them with grace and courage. 💛Strength in compassion - as caretakers for their families and their

We are pleased to see the federal government taking a meaningful step towards addressing the harmful impacts of PFAS, chemical substances present in many consumer and industrial products used in daily life. These “forever chemicals” have many health harms, including causing.

RT @OttawaHospital: People across Canada with biliary tract cancers (cholangiocarcinoma and gallbladder) now have access to molecular testi….

Are you living with a life-limiting illness like cancer, or caring for someone who is? . If you are, please consider contributing to Statistics Canada’s survey: Living with a Life-limiting Illness: Access to Care and Related Experiences. This is a national study that aims to