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Certain infections, such as human papillomavirus (HPV), have the potential to cause cancer in humans. Our new report estimates the number of cancer cases diagnosed in Ontario that are a result of infections and outlines appropriate prevention efforts. Read the full report here: http://bit.ly/2CPUCHR
Cancer can sometimes be misunderstood and stigmatized in First Nations and Indigenous communities. Together with our partners, we developed a comic to help promote education and awareness about cancer treatment and prevention. Read more: http://bit.ly/2DlDTzV
Breast cancer is expected to be the most commonly diagnosed cancer in Ontario in 2018, followed by colorectal, lung & prostate cancers. Find more statistics in our new report: http://bit.ly/2n0fiY3
Cancer presents many challenges to patients and their families. For Gordon V., the worst moment was seeing his mother’s reaction when, at age 21, he told her about his diagnosis. Read more about Gordon's story, and his volunteer work as CCO patient advisor, in this blog post: http://bit.ly/2nFuydg
Today is World Cancer Day. Visit #MyCancerIQ and learn about factors that can impact your risk of cancer and changes you can make in your daily life to reduce the risk: http://bit.ly/14XwLo5
Looking for tips to help manage your cancer related anxiety? Check out our How to Manage Your Anxiety patient guide for tips to help you get support: http://bit.ly/2idwKG9
Certain infections, such as human papillomavirus (HPV), have the potential to cause cancer in humans. Our new report estimates the number of cancer cases diagnosed in Ontario that are a result of infections and outlines appropriate prevention efforts. Read the full report here: http://bit.ly/2CPUCHR
Ontario Cancer Statistics 2018 provides comprehensive information about cancer incidence, mortality, survival and prevalence in Ontario. Read the full report here: http://bit.ly/2n0fiY3
Compassion, empathy and positivity can make a world of difference to someone going through a cancer diagnosis or treatment. Know a healthcare professional or volunteer who embodies these traits? Nominate them for a Human Touch Award. http://bit.ly/2AQ2LKD
Cancer can sometimes be misunderstood and stigmatized in First Nations and Indigenous communities. Together with our partners, we developed a comic to help promote education and awareness about cancer treatment and prevention. Read more: http://bit.ly/2DlDTzV
Today, we released Ontario Cancer Statistics 2018 – a comprehensive report that examines the current state of cancer in Ontario. Read the full report here: http://bit.ly/2n0fiY3
Compassion, empathy and positivity can make a world of difference to someone going through a cancer diagnosis or treatment. Know a healthcare professional or volunteer who embodies these traits? Nominate them for a Human Touch Award. http://bit.ly/2AQ2LKD
Our Aboriginal Tobacco Program raises awareness and supports the prevention, protection and cessation of commercial tobacco use among First Nations, Inuit and Métis adults and youth in Ontario. Learn more about it at http://www.tobaccowise.com/
Cancer Care Ontario shared Cancer Care South East's post.
Our partner Cancer Care Ontario has developed free, online courses to help healthcare professionals who work with Indigenous populations to better understand an...d apply First Nations, Inuit and Métis cultural safety to provide effective
person-centred care. Certified credits can also be earned.
We encourage anyone working in a healthcare profession or who is interested in learning more to check out the (free!) Aboriginal Relationship and Cultural Competency courses at the link below.
Dr. Craig Earle, our VP of Cancer Control, spoke with Toronto's Breakfast Television about the importance of quitting smoking when undergoing cancer treatments.
If you're looking for help quitting, check out the resources available from Cancer Care Ontario.
Jan 21-27 is National Non-Smoking Week. Help your friends or family who smoke learn about how tobacco and other substances increase their risk of lung, colorectal and cervical cancer. Send them to My CancerIQ: http://bit.ly/14XwLo5
TIP: If eating is uncomfortable due to your cancer, ask your healthcare team to help you time your pain medication so it starts working before meals. Check out our How to Manage Your Mouth Problems patient guide for more tips. http://bit.ly/2yxLd5E
