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joe biden on stuttering: 'don't let it define you'

stuttering is a speech disorder, not a measure of someone's intelligence.

diana duong

men's health

oct 02, 2020

joe biden, 2020 democratic presidential nominee, speaks during the first u.s. presidential debate hosted by case western reserve university and the cleveland clinic in cleveland, ohio, u.s., on tuesday, sept. 29, 2020.

advice: penis size doesn't matter. right?

the experts say that not only does size not matter, worrying about it can cause sexual dysfunction.

maja begovic

advice

sep 19, 2020

advice: one of my testicles is bigger than the other. could it be cancer?

they don't have to be the same size.

maja begovic

advice

jul 31, 2020

it's normal to have testicles that aren't the same size. stock/getty

for men, mindfulness is about performance

tech tool helps men manage emotional health.

nicholas sokic

mental health

jun 13, 2020

desperate man waiting for a phone call at home, he is staring at the phone with head in hands

we are gambling more since covid-19

one in four canadians surveyed feel they might be developing an gambling addiction.

nicholas sokic

addiction

jun 05, 2020

close up cropped photo of girl hands using her laptop for taking part in online poker tournament.

incel culture is not mental illness. it runs much deeper

incel-inspired violence is just one part of a larger culture that permits and celebrates sexual violence against women.

diana duong

men's health

may 21, 2020

incels are an extreme and distorted subculture of the toxic culture that enacts violence against women that is commonplace in our society.

virtual walk-in clinics increase access to doctors in rural b.c. communities

can an app help alleviate the doctor shortage in rural b.c.?

vancouver sun

men's health

feb 14, 2020

fort st. john resident candace marynuik saw a doctor through the babylon app by telus health.

banana peels may beat a blowjob

user: â€œitâ€™s the closest thing to a blowjob.â€

jordan heuvelmans

sexual health

feb 06, 2020

the woman's hand holds a banana, is isolated on a white background,peel bananas on a white background.

wellspring cancer support

listening is often enough when having difficult conversations about cancer: 'people want to feel heard and validated'

listening, validating and offering support over judgment can provide people living with a cancer a stronger sense of support.

angelica bottaro

cancer

mar 06, 2025

teddy bears and team bonding: how wellspring supported rachel swiednicki and her son through cancer

although she credits her first mammogram at the age of 44 for saving her life, finding out she had breast cancer was a devastating blow for rachel swiednicki.

wellspring cancer support

feb 27, 2025

while rachel swiednicki had some initial hesitations about exposing her son adler to her cancer diagnosis, she is glad she took the leap. “your initial reaction is to protect your child from this information as it’s something you never want them to ever have to worry about," she said.

jim turner: wellspring is the reason i am still alive today

anyone who has visited wellspring’s birmingham gilgan house over the past 18 years has likely met wellspring volunteer jim turner.

wellspring cancer support

feb 27, 2025

starting as a volunteer support driver back in the early 2000s and taking on multiple volunteer roles over the years, jim turner has touched countless lives in the oakville community.

three simple techniques to combat cancer brain fog

brain fog can also result from the stress and emotional toll of a cancer diagnosis, hormonal changes, sleep disturbances, or possibly the cancer itself.

wellspring cancer support

feb 27, 2025

brain fog can often feel isolating and overwhelming – but you are not alone. it is identified as one of the top three concerns of cancer patients worldwide.

franco viudez: wellspring improved my mental and physical state

on june 23, i was diagnosed with pure germinoma – a rare brain tumour that limited the outflow of my brain fluid and affected my pineal gland, which produces several hormones.

wellspring cancer support

feb 27, 2025

"i am so grateful to wellspring for bringing me out of my shell. thanks to the donors for keeping the machines running," says franco viudez.

david johnston: wellspring’s exercise program transforms prostate cancer patient’s blood results

on his first official day of retirement, david johnston was diagnosed with prostate cancer.

wellspring cancer support

feb 26, 2025

everything was going in the right direction, and a lot of it had to do with the exercise i was doing at wellspring,” david johnston says.

darlene tiveron-parks: finding family with wellspring’s advanced cancer group

on october 25, 2019, my world was turned upside down when i was diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer.

wellspring cancer support

feb 26, 2025

"i’ve been through a few treatments and continue to fight the fight. i plan to meet my grandchildren one day and die of old age. i am living with cancer – not dying from it," says darlene tiveron-parks.

david johnston: wellspring’s exercise program transforms prostate cancer patient’s blood results

on his first official day of retirement, david johnston was diagnosed with prostate cancer.

wellspring cancer support

feb 26, 2025

darlene tiveron-parks: finding family with wellspring’s advanced cancer group

on october 25, 2019, my world was turned upside down when i was diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer.

wellspring cancer support

feb 26, 2025

mary huston: the key pieces to healing

if it wasn’t for mary huston’s endometriosis surgery in 2021, there is no telling when she would have been diagnosed with cancer.

wellspring cancer support

feb 26, 2025

the healing journey program has helped mary both psychologically and with her physical pain. “i’ve developed a lot of medical anxiety throughout my cancer journey, going into hospitals and getting scopes every three months.

opinion: the financial stress of cancer is real, but patients don’t have to face it alone

practical and informational support can significantly alleviate the financial burden of cancer.

rosie rattray, wellspring cancer support

opinion

oct 31, 2024

despite publicly funded healthcare in ontario and alberta, families and individuals are struggling to keep up with the hidden cancer-related costs.

listening is often enough when having difficult conversations about cancer: 'people want to feel heard and validated'

listening, validating and offering support over judgment can provide people living with a cancer a stronger sense of support.

angelica bottaro

cancer

mar 06, 2025

teddy bears and team bonding: how wellspring supported rachel swiednicki and her son through cancer

although she credits her first mammogram at the age of 44 for saving her life, finding out she had breast cancer was a devastating blow for rachel swiednicki.

wellspring cancer support

feb 27, 2025

jim turner: wellspring is the reason i am still alive today

anyone who has visited wellspring’s birmingham gilgan house over the past 18 years has likely met wellspring volunteer jim turner.

wellspring cancer support

feb 27, 2025

three simple techniques to combat cancer brain fog

brain fog can also result from the stress and emotional toll of a cancer diagnosis, hormonal changes, sleep disturbances, or possibly the cancer itself.

wellspring cancer support

feb 27, 2025

jim turner: wellspring is the reason i am still alive today

anyone who has visited wellspring’s birmingham gilgan house over the past 18 years has likely met wellspring volunteer jim turner.

wellspring cancer support

feb 27, 2025

three simple techniques to combat cancer brain fog

brain fog can also result from the stress and emotional toll of a cancer diagnosis, hormonal changes, sleep disturbances, or possibly the cancer itself.

wellspring cancer support

feb 27, 2025

franco viudez: wellspring improved my mental and physical state

on june 23, i was diagnosed with pure germinoma – a rare brain tumour that limited the outflow of my brain fluid and affected my pineal gland, which produces several hormones.

wellspring cancer support

feb 27, 2025

david johnston: wellspring’s exercise program transforms prostate cancer patient’s blood results

on his first official day of retirement, david johnston was diagnosed with prostate cancer.

wellspring cancer support

feb 26, 2025

franco viudez: wellspring improved my mental and physical state

on june 23, i was diagnosed with pure germinoma – a rare brain tumour that limited the outflow of my brain fluid and affected my pineal gland, which produces several hormones.

wellspring cancer support

feb 27, 2025

david johnston: wellspring’s exercise program transforms prostate cancer patient’s blood results

on his first official day of retirement, david johnston was diagnosed with prostate cancer.

wellspring cancer support

feb 26, 2025

darlene tiveron-parks: finding family with wellspring’s advanced cancer group

on october 25, 2019, my world was turned upside down when i was diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer.

wellspring cancer support

feb 26, 2025

mary huston: the key pieces to healing

if it wasn’t for mary huston’s endometriosis surgery in 2021, there is no telling when she would have been diagnosed with cancer.

wellspring cancer support

feb 26, 2025

listening is often enough when having difficult conversations about cancer: 'people want to feel heard and validated'

listening, validating and offering support over judgment can provide people living with a cancer a stronger sense of support.

angelica bottaro

cancer

mar 06, 2025

teddy bears and team bonding: how wellspring supported rachel swiednicki and her son through cancer

although she credits her first mammogram at the age of 44 for saving her life, finding out she had breast cancer was a devastating blow for rachel swiednicki.

wellspring cancer support

feb 27, 2025

jim turner: wellspring is the reason i am still alive today

anyone who has visited wellspring’s birmingham gilgan house over the past 18 years has likely met wellspring volunteer jim turner.

wellspring cancer support

feb 27, 2025

three simple techniques to combat cancer brain fog

brain fog can also result from the stress and emotional toll of a cancer diagnosis, hormonal changes, sleep disturbances, or possibly the cancer itself.

wellspring cancer support

feb 27, 2025

jim turner: wellspring is the reason i am still alive today

anyone who has visited wellspring’s birmingham gilgan house over the past 18 years has likely met wellspring volunteer jim turner.

wellspring cancer support

feb 27, 2025

three simple techniques to combat cancer brain fog

brain fog can also result from the stress and emotional toll of a cancer diagnosis, hormonal changes, sleep disturbances, or possibly the cancer itself.

wellspring cancer support

feb 27, 2025

franco viudez: wellspring improved my mental and physical state

on june 23, i was diagnosed with pure germinoma – a rare brain tumour that limited the outflow of my brain fluid and affected my pineal gland, which produces several hormones.

wellspring cancer support

feb 27, 2025

david johnston: wellspring’s exercise program transforms prostate cancer patient’s blood results

on his first official day of retirement, david johnston was diagnosed with prostate cancer.

wellspring cancer support

feb 26, 2025

franco viudez: wellspring improved my mental and physical state

on june 23, i was diagnosed with pure germinoma – a rare brain tumour that limited the outflow of my brain fluid and affected my pineal gland, which produces several hormones.

wellspring cancer support

feb 27, 2025

david johnston: wellspring’s exercise program transforms prostate cancer patient’s blood results

on his first official day of retirement, david johnston was diagnosed with prostate cancer.

wellspring cancer support

feb 26, 2025

darlene tiveron-parks: finding family with wellspring’s advanced cancer group

on october 25, 2019, my world was turned upside down when i was diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer.

wellspring cancer support

feb 26, 2025

mary huston: the key pieces to healing

if it wasn’t for mary huston’s endometriosis surgery in 2021, there is no telling when she would have been diagnosed with cancer.

wellspring cancer support

feb 26, 2025

obesity canada

public opinions: overcoming weight bias, do you have it in you?

this is a quote from an attendee who joined obesity can...

obesity canada

obesity

oct 07, 2021

overcoming weight bias- do you have it in you

infographic: a time for action on obesity

the awareness, care, and treatment in obesity management (action) study surveyed attitudes toward obesity treatment from three key demographics: people living with obesity (pwo), healthcare providers (hcps) and employers.

obesity canada

jan 20, 2020

crystal: weight of living

at 36 years old i am a content marketer for a creative agency by day, busy mom of four (aged 16-6) by night. my journey as a person living with obesity began when i became pregnant with my first child.

obesity canada

jan 20, 2020

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nancy: weight of living

growing up, i was slim. after i married at 20 and it turned into an abusive situation i retreated into myself and comforted myself with food, instead of taking up jogging (oh, how i wish i had, but it wasn’t a “thing” back then).

obesity canada

jan 20, 2020

mental health disorders and excess weight – a proverbial chicken and egg problem

today’s post comes from rebecca christensen. rebecca is a phd student in the dalla lana school of public health, epidemiology program at the university of toronto. she is also one of the current chapter representative on the oc-snp national executive.

obesity canada

jan 20, 2020

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applying a weight bias lens to public health policies

weight bias, weight stigma and weight-based discrimination affect people of all ages and across settings, including in schools, at home, workplaces, healthcare systems and in popular media.

obesity canada

jan 20, 2020

risk factors of childhood obesity: what are they? how to prevent them? – an updated of 2019

today’s post comes from audrey st-laurent. audrey is a phd student in the department of kinesiology at laval university of quebec city. she is also the communications director of the oc-snp national executive.

obesity canada

jan 20, 2020

applying a weight bias lens to public health policies

weight bias, weight stigma and weight-based discrimination affect people of all ages and across settings, including in schools, at home, workplaces, healthcare systems and in popular media.

obesity canada

jan 20, 2020

risk factors of childhood obesity: what are they? how to prevent them? – an updated of 2019

obesity canada

jan 20, 2020

assessing the state of obesity care: quality, access and standards

i have been working in the field of obesity research, education and advocacy for over a decade. in that time, i have seen the field of obesity change significantly.

obesity canada

jan 20, 2020

bust the bias – what is obesity?

our #bustthebias series is a collection of educational videos aimed to provide research and evidence-based information that clears the air on misconceptions about obesity.

obesity canada

jan 20, 2020

weight bias

canadians living with obesity face widespread weight bias and weight-based discrimination from strangers, educators, employers, health professionals, media and even friends and family.

obesity canada

jan 20, 2020

obesity in canada

obesity is a progressive chronic disease, similar to diabetes or high blood pressure, which is characterized by abnormal or excessive fat accumulation that may impair health.

obesity canada

jan 20, 2020

report card on access to obesity treatment for adults in canada 2019

in 2017, obesity canada conducted the first rigorous appraisal of the degree to which adults living with obesity have access to medical treatments. those results revealed dramatic treatment gaps – the discouraging news is, after applying the same analysis two years later, very little has changed.

obesity canada

nov 11, 2019

public opinions: overcoming weight bias, do you have it in you?

this is a quote from an attendee who joined obesity can...

obesity canada

obesity

oct 07, 2021

infographic: a time for action on obesity

obesity canada

jan 20, 2020

crystal: weight of living

obesity canada

jan 20, 2020

nancy: weight of living

obesity canada

jan 20, 2020

crystal: weight of living

obesity canada

jan 20, 2020

nancy: weight of living

obesity canada

jan 20, 2020

mental health disorders and excess weight – a proverbial chicken and egg problem

obesity canada

jan 20, 2020

applying a weight bias lens to public health policies

weight bias, weight stigma and weight-based discrimination affect people of all ages and across settings, including in schools, at home, workplaces, healthcare systems and in popular media.

obesity canada

jan 20, 2020

mental health disorders and excess weight – a proverbial chicken and egg problem

obesity canada

jan 20, 2020

applying a weight bias lens to public health policies

weight bias, weight stigma and weight-based discrimination affect people of all ages and across settings, including in schools, at home, workplaces, healthcare systems and in popular media.

obesity canada

jan 20, 2020

risk factors of childhood obesity: what are they? how to prevent them? – an updated of 2019

obesity canada

jan 20, 2020

assessing the state of obesity care: quality, access and standards

i have been working in the field of obesity research, education and advocacy for over a decade. in that time, i have seen the field of obesity change significantly.

obesity canada

jan 20, 2020

risk factors of childhood obesity: what are they? how to prevent them? – an updated of 2019

obesity canada

jan 20, 2020

assessing the state of obesity care: quality, access and standards

i have been working in the field of obesity research, education and advocacy for over a decade. in that time, i have seen the field of obesity change significantly.

obesity canada

jan 20, 2020

bust the bias – what is obesity?

our #bustthebias series is a collection of educational videos aimed to provide research and evidence-based information that clears the air on misconceptions about obesity.

obesity canada

jan 20, 2020

weight bias

canadians living with obesity face widespread weight bias and weight-based discrimination from strangers, educators, employers, health professionals, media and even friends and family.

obesity canada

jan 20, 2020

public opinions: overcoming weight bias, do you have it in you?

this is a quote from an attendee who joined obesity can...

obesity canada

obesity

oct 07, 2021

infographic: a time for action on obesity

obesity canada

jan 20, 2020

crystal: weight of living

obesity canada

jan 20, 2020

nancy: weight of living

obesity canada

jan 20, 2020

crystal: weight of living

obesity canada

jan 20, 2020

nancy: weight of living

obesity canada

jan 20, 2020

mental health disorders and excess weight – a proverbial chicken and egg problem

obesity canada

jan 20, 2020

applying a weight bias lens to public health policies

weight bias, weight stigma and weight-based discrimination affect people of all ages and across settings, including in schools, at home, workplaces, healthcare systems and in popular media.

obesity canada

jan 20, 2020

mental health disorders and excess weight – a proverbial chicken and egg problem

obesity canada

jan 20, 2020

applying a weight bias lens to public health policies

weight bias, weight stigma and weight-based discrimination affect people of all ages and across settings, including in schools, at home, workplaces, healthcare systems and in popular media.

obesity canada

jan 20, 2020

risk factors of childhood obesity: what are they? how to prevent them? – an updated of 2019

obesity canada

jan 20, 2020

assessing the state of obesity care: quality, access and standards

i have been working in the field of obesity research, education and advocacy for over a decade. in that time, i have seen the field of obesity change significantly.

obesity canada

jan 20, 2020

risk factors of childhood obesity: what are they? how to prevent them? – an updated of 2019

obesity canada

jan 20, 2020

assessing the state of obesity care: quality, access and standards

i have been working in the field of obesity research, education and advocacy for over a decade. in that time, i have seen the field of obesity change significantly.

obesity canada

jan 20, 2020

bust the bias – what is obesity?

our #bustthebias series is a collection of educational videos aimed to provide research and evidence-based information that clears the air on misconceptions about obesity.

obesity canada

jan 20, 2020

weight bias

canadians living with obesity face widespread weight bias and weight-based discrimination from strangers, educators, employers, health professionals, media and even friends and family.

obesity canada

jan 20, 2020

breast cancer canada

diverse voices shape key issues in breast cancer canada progress report: 'we know that early detection saves lives'

breast cancer rates are rising in younger populations, and when early detection can save lives, educating the masses is crucial to reduce mortality rates.

angelica bottaro

breast cancer

dec 19, 2024

2024 progress report on breast cancer

this first-of-its-kind report, with evidence from the public, patients, and expert specialists, provides a comprehensive evaluation of breast cancer care across the country.

breast cancer canada

dec 05, 2024

from inconsistencies in screening and delays in treatment to the financial strain of a breast cancer diagnosis and treatment, the 2024 progress report presents an evidence-based overview of the current state of breast cancer care in canada.

cortney and connie: twin sisters carrying the brca2 gene

we soon learned that both of us carry the brca2 gene, a genetic mutation that increases the likelihood of developing breast cancer at a younger age.

breast cancer canada

dec 05, 2024

cortney and connie: twin sisters carrying the brca2 gene

new survey reveals 94% of canadians back earlier screening

breast cancer canada (bcc) released new data revealing an overwhelming national demand for earlier breast cancer screening.

breast cancer canada

dec 05, 2024

breast cancers caught early have a positive prognosis. they are less likely to metastasize or come back after treatment.

30 years of progress and powering into the future

we’re building on our legacy, elevating the voice of patients, and rewriting the future of breast cancer care for canadians.

breast cancer canada

dec 05, 2024

recent leadership appointments and national recognition are not just milestones; they’re launching us forward for even greater impact.

for the sake of canadians – breast cancer screening must evolve

research is revolutionizing how we detect, treat and manage breast cancer. yet, our national guidelines and screening practices aren’t evolving in tandem.

breast cancer canada

dec 05, 2024

we extend our deepest gratitude to the survivors, patients, and families who have shared their stories with us. your openness has been invaluable, illuminating the importance of early detection and personalized treatment for patients.

progress tracker: advancing patient-centered research

this is a pioneering initiative dedicated to enhancing our understanding of breast cancer through the lens of patient lived experiences.

breast cancer canada

dec 05, 2024

the ultimate goal is to use data and insights to enhance care strategies, inform policy decisions, and improve the overall quality of life for those affected by breast cancer.

for the sake of canadians – breast cancer screening must evolve

research is revolutionizing how we detect, treat and manage breast cancer. yet, our national guidelines and screening practices aren’t evolving in tandem.

breast cancer canada

dec 05, 2024

progress tracker: advancing patient-centered research

this is a pioneering initiative dedicated to enhancing our understanding of breast cancer through the lens of patient lived experiences.

breast cancer canada

dec 05, 2024

breast cancer canada calls on canadian task force to rescind position

breast cancer canada is deeply concerned by guidelines from the canadian task force on preventive health care regarding the routine age for breast cancer screening.

breast cancer canada

dec 05, 2024

breast cancer canada thinks they know how to end breast cancer.

breast cancer canada's (formerly breast cancer society of canada) campaign showcases the amazing progress that’s been made in breast cancer research.

breast cancer canada

dec 05, 2024

the campaign, called ‘know more breast cancer', uses ‘know’ and ‘no’ as a double entendre, framing the idea that the more we know about breast cancer, the sooner we can end it.

89% of canadians believe the screening age should be lower than 50

the survey, conducted among members of the angus reid forum, found that there is a significant national demand for earlier routine breast cancer screening.

breast cancer canada

dec 05, 2024

1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. treatments for breast cancer are more effective and are better tolerated when started early.

celebrating 25 years of the breast cancer canada translational research unit (bcc-tru)

join us on a brief journey through the remarkable timeline of the breast cancer canada translational research unit (bcc-tru).

breast cancer canada

dec 05, 2024

dr. alison allan’s research is focused on the study of cellular and molecular mechanisms influencing breast cancer development and metastasis.

three quarters of canadians feel they have more to learn about breast cancer.

canadians remain in the dark on the number one diagnosed cancer in the world.

breast cancer canada

dec 05, 2024

celebrating 25 years of the breast cancer canada translational research unit (bcc-tru)

join us on a brief journey through the remarkable timeline of the breast cancer canada translational research unit (bcc-tru).

breast cancer canada

dec 05, 2024

three quarters of canadians feel they have more to learn about breast cancer.

canadians remain in the dark on the number one diagnosed cancer in the world.

breast cancer canada

dec 05, 2024

breast cancer canada launches progress connect

the tool bridges the gap between patients and their knowledge, providing a tailored approach to help them better understand what to plan for at every step of their breast cancer journey.

breast cancer canada

dec 05, 2024

breast cancer rates are rising for women in their 20s, 30s and 40s, canadian study says — here’s what you need to know

“we’re calling for increased awareness among health-care professionals and the public regarding the rising incidence of breast cancer in younger women."

breast cancer canada

dec 05, 2024

currently, access to self-referred mammograms vary across canada; some provinces offer screening at 50 while others are lowering their screening age to 40.

diverse voices shape key issues in breast cancer canada progress report: 'we know that early detection saves lives'

breast cancer rates are rising in younger populations, and when early detection can save lives, educating the masses is crucial to reduce mortality rates.

angelica bottaro

breast cancer

dec 19, 2024

2024 progress report on breast cancer

this first-of-its-kind report, with evidence from the public, patients, and expert specialists, provides a comprehensive evaluation of breast cancer care across the country.

breast cancer canada

dec 05, 2024

cortney and connie: twin sisters carrying the brca2 gene

we soon learned that both of us carry the brca2 gene, a genetic mutation that increases the likelihood of developing breast cancer at a younger age.

breast cancer canada

dec 05, 2024

new survey reveals 94% of canadians back earlier screening

breast cancer canada (bcc) released new data revealing an overwhelming national demand for earlier breast cancer screening.

breast cancer canada

dec 05, 2024

cortney and connie: twin sisters carrying the brca2 gene

we soon learned that both of us carry the brca2 gene, a genetic mutation that increases the likelihood of developing breast cancer at a younger age.

breast cancer canada

dec 05, 2024

new survey reveals 94% of canadians back earlier screening

breast cancer canada (bcc) released new data revealing an overwhelming national demand for earlier breast cancer screening.

breast cancer canada

dec 05, 2024

30 years of progress and powering into the future

we’re building on our legacy, elevating the voice of patients, and rewriting the future of breast cancer care for canadians.

breast cancer canada

dec 05, 2024

for the sake of canadians – breast cancer screening must evolve

research is revolutionizing how we detect, treat and manage breast cancer. yet, our national guidelines and screening practices aren’t evolving in tandem.

breast cancer canada

dec 05, 2024

30 years of progress and powering into the future

we’re building on our legacy, elevating the voice of patients, and rewriting the future of breast cancer care for canadians.

breast cancer canada

dec 05, 2024

for the sake of canadians – breast cancer screening must evolve

research is revolutionizing how we detect, treat and manage breast cancer. yet, our national guidelines and screening practices aren’t evolving in tandem.

breast cancer canada

dec 05, 2024

progress tracker: advancing patient-centered research

this is a pioneering initiative dedicated to enhancing our understanding of breast cancer through the lens of patient lived experiences.

breast cancer canada

dec 05, 2024

breast cancer canada calls on canadian task force to rescind position

breast cancer canada is deeply concerned by guidelines from the canadian task force on preventive health care regarding the routine age for breast cancer screening.

breast cancer canada

dec 05, 2024

progress tracker: advancing patient-centered research

this is a pioneering initiative dedicated to enhancing our understanding of breast cancer through the lens of patient lived experiences.

breast cancer canada

dec 05, 2024

breast cancer canada calls on canadian task force to rescind position

breast cancer canada is deeply concerned by guidelines from the canadian task force on preventive health care regarding the routine age for breast cancer screening.

breast cancer canada

dec 05, 2024

breast cancer canada thinks they know how to end breast cancer.

breast cancer canada's (formerly breast cancer society of canada) campaign showcases the amazing progress that’s been made in breast cancer research.

breast cancer canada

dec 05, 2024

89% of canadians believe the screening age should be lower than 50

the survey, conducted among members of the angus reid forum, found that there is a significant national demand for earlier routine breast cancer screening.

breast cancer canada

dec 05, 2024

breast cancer canada thinks they know how to end breast cancer.

breast cancer canada's (formerly breast cancer society of canada) campaign showcases the amazing progress that’s been made in breast cancer research.

breast cancer canada

dec 05, 2024

89% of canadians believe the screening age should be lower than 50

the survey, conducted among members of the angus reid forum, found that there is a significant national demand for earlier routine breast cancer screening.

breast cancer canada

dec 05, 2024

celebrating 25 years of the breast cancer canada translational research unit (bcc-tru)

join us on a brief journey through the remarkable timeline of the breast cancer canada translational research unit (bcc-tru).

breast cancer canada

dec 05, 2024

three quarters of canadians feel they have more to learn about breast cancer.

canadians remain in the dark on the number one diagnosed cancer in the world.

breast cancer canada

dec 05, 2024

diverse voices shape key issues in breast cancer canada progress report: 'we know that early detection saves lives'

breast cancer rates are rising in younger populations, and when early detection can save lives, educating the masses is crucial to reduce mortality rates.

angelica bottaro

breast cancer

dec 19, 2024

2024 progress report on breast cancer

this first-of-its-kind report, with evidence from the public, patients, and expert specialists, provides a comprehensive evaluation of breast cancer care across the country.

breast cancer canada

dec 05, 2024

cortney and connie: twin sisters carrying the brca2 gene

we soon learned that both of us carry the brca2 gene, a genetic mutation that increases the likelihood of developing breast cancer at a younger age.

breast cancer canada

dec 05, 2024

new survey reveals 94% of canadians back earlier screening

breast cancer canada (bcc) released new data revealing an overwhelming national demand for earlier breast cancer screening.

breast cancer canada

dec 05, 2024

cortney and connie: twin sisters carrying the brca2 gene

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wellspring cancer support

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wellspring cancer support

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three simple techniques to combat cancer brain fog

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wellspring cancer support

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wellspring cancer support

feb 27, 2025

david johnston: wellspring’s exercise program transforms prostate cancer patient’s blood results

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wellspring cancer support

feb 26, 2025

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wellspring cancer support

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jim turner: wellspring is the reason i am still alive today

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feb 27, 2025

jim turner: wellspring is the reason i am still alive today

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wellspring cancer support

feb 27, 2025

franco viudez: wellspring improved my mental and physical state

on june 23, i was diagnosed with pure germinoma – a rare brain tumour that limited the outflow of my brain fluid and affected my pineal gland, which produces several hormones.

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feb 27, 2025

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feb 26, 2025

franco viudez: wellspring improved my mental and physical state

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wellspring cancer support

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wellspring cancer support

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wellspring cancer support

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jim turner: wellspring is the reason i am still alive today

anyone who has visited wellspring’s birmingham gilgan house over the past 18 years has likely met wellspring volunteer jim turner.

wellspring cancer support

feb 27, 2025

three simple techniques to combat cancer brain fog

brain fog can also result from the stress and emotional toll of a cancer diagnosis, hormonal changes, sleep disturbances, or possibly the cancer itself.

wellspring cancer support

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jim turner: wellspring is the reason i am still alive today

anyone who has visited wellspring’s birmingham gilgan house over the past 18 years has likely met wellspring volunteer jim turner.

wellspring cancer support

feb 27, 2025

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brain fog can also result from the stress and emotional toll of a cancer diagnosis, hormonal changes, sleep disturbances, or possibly the cancer itself.

wellspring cancer support

feb 27, 2025

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on june 23, i was diagnosed with pure germinoma – a rare brain tumour that limited the outflow of my brain fluid and affected my pineal gland, which produces several hormones.

wellspring cancer support

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jan 20, 2020

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jan 20, 2020

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jan 20, 2020

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jan 20, 2020

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jan 20, 2020

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jan 20, 2020

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jan 20, 2020

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jan 20, 2020

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jan 20, 2020

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franco viudez: wellspring improved my mental and physical state

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listening is often enough when having difficult conversations about cancer: 'people want to feel heard and validated'

teddy bears and team bonding: how wellspring supported rachel swiednicki and her son through cancer

jim turner: wellspring is the reason i am still alive today

three simple techniques to combat cancer brain fog

jim turner: wellspring is the reason i am still alive today

three simple techniques to combat cancer brain fog

franco viudez: wellspring improved my mental and physical state

david johnston: wellspring’s exercise program transforms prostate cancer patient’s blood results

franco viudez: wellspring improved my mental and physical state

david johnston: wellspring’s exercise program transforms prostate cancer patient’s blood results

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mary huston: the key pieces to healing

public opinions: overcoming weight bias, do you have it in you?

infographic: a time for action on obesity

crystal: weight of living

nancy: weight of living

mental health disorders and excess weight – a proverbial chicken and egg problem

applying a weight bias lens to public health policies

risk factors of childhood obesity: what are they? how to prevent them? – an updated of 2019

applying a weight bias lens to public health policies

risk factors of childhood obesity: what are they? how to prevent them? – an updated of 2019

assessing the state of obesity care: quality, access and standards

bust the bias – what is obesity?

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obesity in canada

report card on access to obesity treatment for adults in canada 2019

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nancy: weight of living

crystal: weight of living

nancy: weight of living

mental health disorders and excess weight – a proverbial chicken and egg problem

applying a weight bias lens to public health policies

mental health disorders and excess weight – a proverbial chicken and egg problem

applying a weight bias lens to public health policies

risk factors of childhood obesity: what are they? how to prevent them? – an updated of 2019

assessing the state of obesity care: quality, access and standards

risk factors of childhood obesity: what are they? how to prevent them? – an updated of 2019

assessing the state of obesity care: quality, access and standards

bust the bias – what is obesity?

weight bias

public opinions: overcoming weight bias, do you have it in you?

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