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Researchers discover new form of hereditary prostate cancerResearchers discover new form of hereditary prostate cancerhttps://www.bccancer.bc.ca/about/news-stories/researchers-discover-new-form-of-hereditary-prostate-cancer2026-07-09T07:00:00Z
New blood test breakthrough advances early detection and prevention in hereditary cancerNew blood test breakthrough advances early detection and prevention in hereditary cancerThe blood test reveals whether a cancer-causing mutation came from the mother’s or father’s side of the family, helping identify which relatives may be at risk.https://www.bccancer.bc.ca/about/news-stories/new-blood-test-breakthrough-advances-early-detection-and-prevention-in-hereditary-cancer2026-06-18T07:00:00Z
A first-in-Canada cancer treatment innovation at BC Cancer – KelownaA first-in-Canada cancer treatment innovation at BC Cancer – KelownaA groundbreaking team of physicians and medical physicists at BC Cancer – Kelowna are using 3D printing technology to improve brachytherapy, a specialized radiation therapy modality, for people with cervical, vaginal and recurrent endometrial cancers.https://www.bccancer.bc.ca/about/news-stories/a-first-in-canada-cancer-treatment-innovation-at-bc-cancer-–-kelowna2026-06-01T07:00:00Z
Sun safety adds up: Protect your skin with a sun safety equation this summerSun safety adds up: Protect your skin with a sun safety equation this summerSkin cancers are primarily caused by long-term exposure to UV radiation from the sun. They’re the most common form of all cancers in Canada. The good news? Most cases are preventable, and small steps add up to better protection.https://www.bccancer.bc.ca/about/news-stories/sun-safety-adds-up-protect-your-skin-with-a-sun-safety-equation-this-summer2026-05-29T07:00:00Z
Pathways to Your Purpose Career Fair connects Indigenous youth to exciting careersPathways to Your Purpose Career Fair connects Indigenous youth to exciting careersA hands-on career fair introduced Indigenous youth to opportunities in health care, construction and beyond, highlighting future roles at the new BC Cancer centre in Nanaimo.https://www.bccancer.bc.ca/about/news-stories/pathways-to-your-purpose-career-fair2026-05-26T07:00:00Z