Saskatoon mom with terminal cancer continues to check things off her bucket list
By Meaghan Craig Reporter
On Monday, Saskatoon’s Colleen Burris turned 30 – a birthday celebration doctors said she may never see. Continue reading
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Research confirms firefighters exposed to high levels of toxic chemicals
New research has confirmed what firefighters have long suspected. Continue reading
Vancouver’s Breast Reconstruction Awareness Day seeks to educate woman about their options post-mastectomy
The event, being held in Vancouver on Wednesday, is a chance for women to learn about surgical options they may not have access to, depending on where they live. Continue reading
New Brunswick boy with dwarfism sets aside own struggle to help others
Ryan Benoit-Tracey, who had been growing out his long blonde curly hair for the past two years, had his locks chopped off on Tuesday. Continue reading
Stories of giving: Why women and girls are donating their hair to Canadian Cancer Society Wig Bank
In their own words, the participants have shared their personal stories about why they’re choosing to donate their hair. Continue reading
Boosting fat cells in bone morrow suppressed cancerous leukemia cells: Study
Researchers at McMaster University have found that boosting fat cells located in the bone marrow suppressed cancerous leukemia cells. Continue reading
Manitoba Legislature converts in to a castle for princesses for a day
By Zahra Premji Reporter
The Manitoba Legislature converted in to a castle for princesses battling life-threatening and chronic illnesses on Sunday. Continue reading
Ban on minors using indoor tanning beds in Alberta to take effect Jan. 1
Beginning on Jan. 1, 2018 youth under the age of 18 will no longer be allowed to use artificial tanning services in Alberta. Continue reading
Health Canada says more than 2,000 medically assisted deaths since legalization
Health Canada said the number of medically assisted deaths has been rising since becoming legal. Continue reading
Survivors and supporters across Saskatchewan lace up to Run for the Cure
The CIBC Run for the Cure took place in 56 communities across Canada on Sunday, raising millions of dollars for the Canadian Cancer Society. Continue reading
