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Our health equity work Canadian Cancer Society

WEBAbout us. Our health equity work. With 2 in 5 people in Canada expected to be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime, cancer has an impact on all of us. We also know that some …

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What is bone cancer

WEBWhat is bone cancer. Bone cancer starts in the cells of the bone or cartilage. It is also called primary bone cancer. A cancerous (malignant) tumour is a group of cancer cells that can …

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Does stress cause cancer

WEBStress can alter the levels of certain hormones in your body. This may also put you at greater risk of developing cancer. Stress may lead to unhealthy behaviours. Overeating, …

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Treatments for breast cancer Canadian Cancer Society

WEBImmunotherapy is sometimes used to treat locally advanced or metastatic triple-negative breast cancer. Immunotherapy helps to strengthen or restore the immune system’s …

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Eating well Canadian Cancer Society

WEBA healthy diet gives your body the nutrition it needs during and after cancer treatment. There are many benefits to this. In the short term, eating well can: give you energy. help …

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Cancer and COVID-19 vaccines Canadian Cancer Society

WEBCurrently, 4 COVID-19 vaccines are authorized for use in Canada: The Pfizer-BioNTech (Comirnaty) vaccine is approved for people 5 years of age and older. The Moderna …

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Reduce your risk Canadian Cancer Society

WEBMake healthy choices. There's a lot you can do to reduce your risk of cancer – starting with living a healthy, active lifestyle. Making healthy choices can be easy, affordable and …

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Screening for cancer Canadian Cancer Society

WEBIf you’re in a certain age or population group, you can also have screening tests that help find breast, cervical and colorectal cancer before you’ve even noticed symptoms. Take …

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Skin exam Canadian Cancer Society

WEBDuring a skin exam, the health professional will systematically check the entire surface of your skin, especially areas of skin exposed to the sun. They will look for any signs of …

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Immunizations Canadian Cancer Society

WEBImmunizations. Some cancer treatments, like chemotherapy and radiation therapy, can cause a weak (suppressed) immune system. Your immune system defends the body …

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Diagnosis of colorectal cancer Canadian Cancer Society

WEBDiagnosis. Colorectal cancer. Diagnosis is the process of finding out the cause of a health problem. Diagnosing colorectal cancer usually begins with a visit to your family doctor. …

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Genetic testing Canadian Cancer Society

WEBGenetic testing is a medical test that looks for changes in chromosomes, genes or proteins that are linked to cancer and other diseases. Genes that are linked to cancer are …

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Your emotions and cancer Canadian Cancer Society

WEBShock. Shock is often the first reaction to finding out that you have cancer, your cancer has come back or your cancer is advanced. It can make you feel confused and numb, …

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All about the birth control pill Canadian Cancer Society

WEBThe major benefits of taking hormonal contraceptives are: preventing unwanted pregnancy. reducing the symptoms of menstruation (for example, cramps and bleeding) reducing …

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Cigarette Package International Health Warnings Report 2021

WEBTORONTO, ON –. An international report released today by the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) shows there is tremendous momentum worldwide for tobacco …

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Sexual problems – female sex organs Canadian Cancer Society

WEBSexual problems – female sex organs. Cancer and its treatments can affect your sexual health. You may have vaginal dryness or shortening, painful sex or low sex drive. But …

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CCS Health Equity Research Grants

WEBThe purpose of this funding program is to support research projects that seek to advance cancer-related health equity. Projects must be collaborative, co-created by people both …

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Health Canada makes it legal for flavoured nicotine products from

WEBHealth Canada has approved the sale of flavoured nicotine pouches by Imperial Tobacco Canada Ltd. in such a way that the products can be legally sold to …

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