Cancer news

Cancer is a class of diseases in which a group of cells display the traits of uncontrolled growth (growth and division beyond the normal limits), invasion (intrusion on and destruction of adjacent tissues), and sometimes metastasis (spread to other locations in the body via lymph or blood). These three malignant properties of cancers differentiate them from benign tumors, which are self-limited, do not invade or metastasize. Most cancers form a tumor but some, like leukemia, do not.

Data sources: Canadian cancer society, Cancer news, Cancer nutrition, Cancer prevention report, eCancer medical science, Medical news today, Science daily, MedIndia, Women diary

Canada ranks near the bottom in usage of newer cancer drugs

New study reinforces need for national catastrophic drug plan

Posted on Thu, Aug 5 at 12:00am
Canadian Cancer Society Appoints New Chair

The Canadian Cancer Society is pleased to announce the appointment of Elizabeth (Betty) Newson as chair, effective August 1. Newson, a resident of New Glasgow, Prince Edward Island, will lead the Societys National Board of Directors, which is composed of volunteers from across Canada.

Posted on Sun, Aug 1 at 12:00am
Canadian Cancer Society Urges Quebec Premier Not To Provide Loan Guarantee to Asbestos Mine

The Canadian Cancer Society is urging the premier not to approve a $58 million loan guarantee to Jeffrey Asbestos Mines

Posted on Tue, Jun 29 at 12:00am
Flavoured cigarillos off store shelves July 5

Canada leads the way with tough new legislation to protect children

Posted on Tue, Jun 29 at 12:00am
PhotoSensitives Cancer Connections Photography Exhibition

Final showing of exhibition showcases the many different stories of cancer told by Canadians photo contributions

Posted on Tue, Jun 1 at 12:00am
End-of-life Care and the Canadian Cancer Society

The Canadian Cancer Society empowers, informs and supports people living with cancer. Heres what were doing to improve the quality of life for cancer patients.

Posted on Wed, May 19 at 12:00am
Backgrounder: General Cancer Statistics 2010

Canadian Cancer Statistics 2010 was released today by the Canadian Cancer Society

Posted on Wed, May 19 at 12:00am
Dying Cancer Patients Need More Support

Canadian Cancer Statistics 2010 Released by the Canadian Cancer Society with Special Focus on Care and Support for Dying Patients

Posted on Wed, May 19 at 12:00am
Special Report: End-of-Life Care

In 2005 (the most recent available data), 230,132 Canadians died and, of these, approximately 67,300 died from cancer. This made cancer the leading cause of death representing 29% of all deaths.

Posted on Wed, May 19 at 12:00am
Does nutrition and calorie information on restaurant menus lead to healthier food choices?

New cancer prevention study is among 66 new research projects worth $24 million announced today by the Canadian Cancer Society

Posted on Wed, May 5 at 12:00am
Canadian Cancer Society wins first prize in YouTube non-profit video awards

Raw, unscripted short film Fight features emotional stories from Canadians

Posted on Mon, Apr 12 at 12:00am
April is Daffodil Month

Join the Canadian Cancer Society and Our Corporate Partners in the Fight Against Cancer

Posted on Thu, Apr 1 at 12:00am
No Tan is a Safe Tan

Myths about Indoor Tanning Dispelled by Canadian Cancer Society

Posted on Thu, Mar 11 at 12:00am
When Daylight Savings Time Stops Consider Taking Vitamin D

Canadian Cancer Society Recommends 1,000 IUs of Vitamin D Daily

Posted on Wed, Oct 28 at 12:00pm
Canadian Cancer Society Applauds Passage of Federal Tobacco Bill

New Legislation Bans Flavoured Tobacco Products and Advertising

Posted on Wed, Oct 7 at 10:52am
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Join the Canadian Cancer Society and our corporate partners in the fight against breast cancer

Posted on Thu, Oct 1 at 12:00pm
Patchwork Drug Coverage Causing Financial Hardship for Many Cancer Patients

Canadian Cancer Society Calls on Federal Government to Establish National Catastrophic Drug Program

Posted on Mon, Sep 14 at 8:22am
Canadian Cancer Society President and CEO, Peter Goodhand, Welcomes Appointment as Chair of Federal Government Expert Review Panel on Isotopes

Natural Resources Canada announced today that Peter Goodhand, Canadian Cancer Society President and CEO, has been appointed Chair of the Expert Review Panel on Medical Isotope Production.

Posted on Fri, Jun 19 at 12:00pm
Powerful Photo Exhibit PhotoSensitives Cancer Connections in Partnership with the Canadian Cancer Society Launches 2009 Tour on June 10

Shes lost her hair due to aggressive cancer treatment, but her eyes show serene, calm determination as she stares straight into the camera. This photograph, submitted by Canadian singer and songwriter Bryan Adams, is a powerful addition to the already hundreds of moving images comprising the Cancer Connections photography exhibition.

Posted on Thu, Jun 4 at 12:00pm
Backgrounder 1 PhotoSensitives Cancer Connections in Partnership with the Society Launches 2009 Tour

PhotoSensitive, a national collective of photographers that combines artistic excellence with social justice, has partnered with the Canadian Cancer Society to present a two-year nationwide photo exhibition called Cancer Connections. Chase Canada is the presenting sponsor of the exhibition.

Posted on Thu, Jun 4 at 12:00am