Sociobehavioural Oncology 
        Connections
A newsletter for clinicians, researchers, and decision makers translating research into practice.


The Connections Newsletter is a publication of BCCA's Cancer Rehabilitation Network and a resource for you to share information, connect with colleagues, and build research understanding to improve clinical practice.  

Fall 2010 - Issue 15   (296 KB)
Online Survivorship Resource: CancerChatCanada.ca
Research on Psychosocial Services for Chinese Patients
Survivorship Care Planning for Cancer Survivors Living in Rural and Remote Communities in Northern BC
New Resource for Caregivers
Sexual Health Clinic to Open in Kelowna
Upcoming Events

Summer 2010 - Issue 14  (137KB) 
Canadian Consortium of Cancer Survivorship Research
Introducing Fraser Valley's New Professional Practice Leader
Supportive Care for the Loved Ones of Cancer Survivors
Survivorship Care Needs of Head and Neck Cancer Patients at Vancouver Island Centre
Supportive Care Needs of Cancer Survivors Workshop
Upcoming Events

Spring 2010 - Issue 13   (172KB) 
Funding Awarded to Enhance Quality of Life for Canadians Affected by Breast Cancer
Cancer in my Family Website Award
Cancer Transitions Facilitator Training
Focus on Colorectal Cancer at Vancouver Island Centre
Development and Implementation of a Nutrition Guidebook for Men with Prostate Cancer: 
       Translating Knowledge and Building Community Partnerships
Upcoming Events

Fall 2009 - Issue 12   (114KB) 
New Website to Help Children When Cancer Affects the Family
HESPE National Centre of Excellence
MASCC: International Symposium
Upcoming Events

Summer 2009 - Issue 11   (103KB) 
Cancer and the Family
Peer Navigation Program for Chinese-speaking Cancer Patients
CAPO Annual Conference
MINDSET Study
Upcoming Events

Spring 2009 - Issue 10   (534KB) 
Identifying Priorities for Cancer Survivorship Research
Cancer Transitions: Moving Beyond Treatment
Feedback from Online Support Groups

Spring 2008 - Issue 9   (469KB) 
Announcing a New Report on Advance Care Planning
National Forum Final Proceedings 
Research using on-line support groups
John Jambour Diversity Seminars

Winter 2007 - Issue 8   (293KB) 
National Forum Review
Eight Key Principles for Addressing Access and Inclusion
Recommended Resources
Innovative Support Group For Men

Spring 2007 - Issue 7   (472KB)
CIHR access to quality cancer care grant awarded for national team
New coping with cancer website
Current studies in breast cancer rehabilitation
Identified learning needs for health care workers
Supportive program initiative for Chinese-speaking patients and their families
And more!

Fall 2006 - Issue 6   (2.36MB)
Oncology Nutrition & Breast Cancer
New 2006 Grant Funded SRC Studies
Introducing New SRC Staff
And more!

Summer 2006 - Issue 5   (1.44MB) 
Helping Younger Women Move Forward After Breast Cancer
Learning on your lunch break: Dr. Joan Anderson teaches BCCA staff about culturally responsive health care
New 2006 Grant Funded Research Studies
Managing Life with Cancer: Skills to live by
And more!

Winter 2006 - Issue 4   (835KB) 
Connecting Brain Tumour Patients with Rehabilitation Services
Psychosocial Oncology at the 2005 Annual Cancer Conference
A New Study: Understanding the Current Practice of Health Care Interpreting
The Cancer Rehabilitation Conference 2006
And more!

Fall 2005 - Issue 3   (407KB) 
Improving Practice Standards for Interpreters
Coping with Chemotherapy: Pilot Study Results
Clinicians Trained for Online Support.
Financial Resources for Cancer Patients.
And more! 

Spring 2005 - Issue 2   (412KB) 
Helping Patients Navigate the Cancer System: An interview with Cathy Parker, Breast Health Navigator.
BCCA Relaxation Resources. Order yours today.
Information Seeking: How does the Internet help young women with breast cancer?
Improving Access to Psychosocial/ Supportive Care: An investigation of the potential of technology.
And more! 

Fall 2004 - Issue 1   (391KB) 
BCCA Psychosocial Tool Streamlines Care. A report on Phase 1 testing.
CIHR Awards $1.4 Million for Culture and Palliative Care Research to national team led by SRC researchers.
Exploring Technology's Potential for Clinical Practice. A report on activities led by the SRC.
Cost Benefits of Psychosocial Care.
And more!

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