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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. Early detection is crucial, as 1 in 8

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Meet the Researcher: Alyssa Wu

Alyssa Wu is a PhD student in the Department of Biochemistry at Western University. She is conducting BCC-funded breast cancer research under the mentorship of Dr. Shawn Li. Could you

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How Pride Month Highlights Health Disparities in Breast Cancer

Pride season is a time to honour and reflect on the diverse identities and lived experiences within 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. The month of June offers an important reminder that while breast

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Detecting Breast Cancer Earlier Through Blood Tests

Brandon University’s new Breast Cancer Cell and Molecular Research Laboratory, led by Dr. Mousumi Majumder, aims to detect breast cancer at earlier stages through a blood test. Dr. Majumder, a

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AstraZeneca’s Enhertu breast cancer trial shows ‘unprecedented’ results

AstraZeneca and Daiichi Sankyo’s Enhertu slows the progression of breast cancer by about five months in women whose disease worsened after endocrine therapy – even if they had very low

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PROgress Tracker: Advancing Patient-Centered Research

Breast Cancer Canada is excited to announce the significant strides we are making with our PROgress Tracker Breast Cancer Registry. This a pioneering initiative dedicated to enhancing our understanding of

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Breast Cancer Canada calls on Canadian Task Force to rescind position

New national breast cancer screening guidelines lack patient voice, clarity and distinction between screening and diagnosis Breast Cancer Canada is deeply concerned by today’s guideline from the Canadian Task Force

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Meet the Researcher: Zachary Freeman

Zachary Freeman is a 1st year MSc student in the Department of Epidemiology & Biostatistics at Western University. He is conducting BCC-funded breast cancer research under the mentorship of Dr.

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N.L. lowers age for breast cancer screening to 40

The Department of Health and Community Service estimates an additional 24,000 people will now be eligible for the provincial breast screening program. (Damian Dovarganes/The Associated Press) Newfoundland and Labrador has

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Progress in Breast Cancer Care: The Promise of Precision Diagnostics

In the relentless pursuit to end breast cancer, strides are being made, thanks to innovative research and investments driving progress in precision diagnostics. Breast Cancer Canada proudly supports the Ontario