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A baseball saved Suzi’s life

Suzi Wiebe considers herself to be a pretty good baseball player. So in 2017 while playing a game, she was embarrassed when she missed a ball and it hit her in the chest. It left a bruise and a persistent bump, which ultimately led to a diagnosis of breast cancer.

Clinical trial aims to improve colorectal cancer outcomes

BC Cancer expert Dr. Jonathan Loree is leading a clinical trial in Canada to improve the outcomes for patients with Stage III colorectal cancer after surgery. His work, previously supported with funds from donors, is an example of world-class progress donors propel.

Why this family rides year after year

When Chrissie Thernes first joined our flagship cycling event, she didn’t even own a road bike. Years later, she is once again riding with her mom in honour of her Aunt Kathy on Aug. 28 in the Tour de Cure presented by Wheaton Precious Metals.

Hiking, biking and paddling across B.C. to change childhood cancer outcomes

Two friends, Alex and Paul, embarked on the Circle of Hope, a 375-kilometre expedition across B.C. raising over $1 million to break down childhood cancers in the province.

BC Cancer researcher brings science fiction into science

Dr. Ryan Brinkman is leveraging online gamers to help teach artificial intelligence how to identify diseases, like COVID-19 and cancer, using patient blood samples.

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