September

The Honorable Filomena Tassi, Minister of Seniors, tours the Canadian Cancer Society’s Hamilton-based Cancer Information Service

September 2018

Helping change and save children’s lives

September 2018 -

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month – an important time for us all to consider what we can do to help children live long, healthy lives.

Put down your salt shaker

September 2018 -

Eating too much salt may increase your risk of stomach cancer. Put down your salt shaker and enjoy a flavourful fall soup instead.

Cancer prevention tips for everybody

September 2018 -

Online tool provides personalized cancer prevention information and tips.

Harnessing the power of the death cap mushroom

September 2018 -

Dr David Perrin from the University of British Columbia is the first in the world to harness a cancer-killing toxin from the poisonous death cap mushroom.

Helping people with cancer create their own healthy blood

September 2018 -

A recent clinical trial has shown promising results for patients with blood cancers. Now, the researcher is hoping to take it to the next level.

Walking together for a healthier and safer community

September 2018 -

Jennifer Wilson and Sandra Ward both value an active lifestyle. So when the opportunity came up to help run a Walking School Bus program at their childrens’ school, they didn’t hesitate.

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