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6 key stats about cancer in Canada for 2024

WebIn 2024, it is projected that 32,100 people will be diagnosed with lung cancer in Canada. Lung cancer is expected to remain the most common cause of cancer death, accounting …

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What causes cancer

WebCancer risk factors may play different roles in starting cancer and helping it grow. Examples of risk factors for cancer include: getting older. smoking. not protecting yourself from the …

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New Canadian Cancer Statistics report reveals over 1.5 …

WebPreviously estimated at 1 million, this finding highlights improvements in survival but also cancer's long-term toll on our healthcare system and the critical need to …

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Symptoms of breast cancer Canadian Cancer Society

WebLate symptoms of breast cancer include: A condition in which the skin and whites of the eyes become yellow and urine is dark yellow. Jaundice may be caused by high levels of …

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Diagnosis of breast cancer Canadian Cancer Society

WebDiagnosis. Diagnosis is the process of finding out the cause of a health problem. Diagnosing breast cancer usually begins when you find a lump in your breast or a …

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Screening for cancer Canadian Cancer Society

WebIf you’re in a certain age or population group, you can also have screening tests that help find breast, cervical and colorectal cancer before you’ve even noticed symptoms. Take …

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Population health research Canadian Cancer Society

WebIn population health research, scientists study groups of people to understand why some people are healthier than others and how common characteristics affect cancer risk and …

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The endocrine system and hormones Canadian Cancer …

WebThe endocrine system is a group of glands and cells in the body that make hormones and release them into the blood. Hormones are natural substances that act like chemical …

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Researchers test new fecal microbiota treatment for …

WebThe Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) is uniting with a team of 12 researchers and collaborators to lead one of the world’s largest randomized controlled clinical trials …

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Time for change: Breast screening programs must start at …

WebOTTAWA, ON –. The Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) is urging provinces and territories to lower the start age for breast screening programs to 40 for individuals at …

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Symptoms of liver cancer Canadian Cancer Society

Weba lump on the right side below the ribs. nausea. vomiting. loss of appetite. feeling full after a small meal. unexplained weight loss. swelling of the abdomen caused by a buildup of …

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Symptoms of colorectal cancer Canadian Cancer Society

Webdiarrhea. constipation. stool (poop) that looks narrower than usual. feeling like the rectum is not completely empty after a bowel movement. bright or very dark red blood in the stool. …

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Diagnosis of prostate cancer Canadian Cancer Society

WebProstate Health Index (PHI) is a blood test that predicts the chances that you will develop prostate cancer. Prostate Cancer Antigen 3 (PCA3) test is a urine (pee) test that looks …

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All about hormone replacement therapy (HRT)

WebSome women take hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to ease menopausal symptoms. HRT is medicine that contains hormones that the ovaries make less of as women age …

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Improving cancer care for Indigenous communities

WebSupporting Indigenous healing. After shifting into research, Dr Groot took an interest in improving the quality of cancer care in Indigenous communities. Dr Groot worked with …

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Hormone therapy for prostate cancer Canadian Cancer Society

WebSome common side effects of hormone therapy for prostate cancer are: sexual problems (low sex drive, erectile dysfunction or shrinkage of the testicles and penis) hot flashes. …

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Diagnosis of liver cancer Canadian Cancer Society

WebDiagnosis is the process of finding out the cause of a health problem. Usually, diagnosing liver cancer begins when a routine test suggests a problem with the liver. Your doctor will …

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Side effects of radiation therapy Canadian Cancer Society

Webnausea and vomiting. hormone problems – low levels of hormones can be a late side effect of radiation therapy to the hypothalamus, pituitary gland or thyroid. nerve damage if …

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Low red blood cell count (anemia) Canadian Cancer Society

WebAnemia is a condition caused by a low level of healthy red blood cells (RBCs). Cancer and its treatment can lower the number of RBCs and the hemoglobin level in the blood. …

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Sex and intimacy Canadian Cancer Society

WebSex and intimacy. Changes to sex and intimacy are a big challenge for many people living with cancer. Some people go through cancer treatment without having their feelings, …

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Colonoscopy Canadian Cancer Society

WebA colonoscopy is done in a hospital, clinic or doctor’s office. It usually takes about 30 to 45 minutes, but it can take longer. Preparation for a colonoscopy usually includes: following …

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Photodynamic therapy for non-melanoma skin cancer

WebA few people with non-melanoma skin cancer have photodynamic therapy (PDT). It uses photosensitizer drugs to destroy cancer cells. These drugs make cells sensitive to light. …

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