Cancer
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Singer Carly Simon reveals Parkinson’s disease and cancer diagnoses'I do not consider Parkinson's a gift or a blessing. It is neither. It is difficult, frustrating, and sometimes frightening,' the 'You're So Vain' singer said in a statement.EntertainmentJul 27
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William Shatner and daughter Melanie diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer at same timeThe duo said they are both now cancer-free after Shatner, 95, was diagnosed with malignant melanoma and Melanie, 61, was diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer.EntertainmentJul 23
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Ontario man fighting Stage 4 cancer seeking answers on out-of-country coverage denialShved, 37, has tried various treatments, but the cancer is progressing and his oncologist said he would be a good candidate for tumour-infiltrating lymphocyte therapy.HealthJul 9
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Doctor warns of ‘cancer tsunami’ as WHO projects sharp rise in cases by 2050A new WHO report warns annual cancer cases could rise from 20 million to nearly 35 million by 2050, with experts warning Canada must prepare for a 'cancer tsunami.'HealthJul 8
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Can a blood test tell if cancer is returning? Research is underwayIf the test, also known as a liquid biopsy, is positive, those patients could get additional experimental treatments, to try to prevent the cancer coming back.HealthJul 8
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Can a blood test tell patients if their cancer is coming back? Researchers are on itResearchers at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre are working on a trial to determine if a blood test can detect tiny amounts of cancer remaining after patients have been treated.HealthJul 8
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British presenter Jeremy Clarkson reveals cancer diagnosis on his TV showClarkson, one of the U.K.'s most well-known TV figures, shared the news during filming of his hit Amazon documentary show 'Clarkson's Farm,' in episodes that aired on Wednesday.TrendingJun 17
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Can GLP-1s lower some cancer risks? What new research suggestsCurrently, two generic versions of Ozempic and Wegovy are available for Canadians to purchase for patients who use it to treat diabetes or weight loss for a fraction of the cost.HealthJun 11
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Kelowna construction worker faces fight beyond the job siteThe Kelowna construction worker had recently landed a job with Northland Properties and was settling into the role when his life took an unexpected turn.CanadaJun 4
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Woman with terminal cancer climbs Mt. Everest to show possibilities are limitlessShaunna Burke has summitted Mount Everest with Stage 4 cancer, raising funds to support research into the link between oxygen and cancer progression.HealthMay 29
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