Cancerwise - August 2008

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AUGUST 2008

Canada among top worldwide for surviving certain cancers. BC ranks highest in Canada.

Canada consistently ranks near the top in a worldwide estimate of five-year survival rates for cancer patients, according to an international study, which found huge variations from country to country and even within some nations' borders. Within Canada, B.C. ranks highest in terms of five year survival rates.1

What contributes to these great outcomes? Read More

Five Year Survival Rates (%)Cancer Breakdown

BC Cancer Agency researcher awarded Officer of the Order of Canada

Dr. Victor LingDr. Victor Ling recognized for his contributions as an esteemed health care leader, including his groundbreaking research that has helped the scientific community to better understand why certain cancers become drug-resistant.

Dr. Victor Ling has been a leader of cancer research for British Columbia for the past thirteen years and has attracted and inspired scientists and clinicians with his relentless pursuit of new discoveries and better treatments and cures for cancer. His inspiration is a catalyst for more than 250 research scientists and their staff. His leadership is part of the reason why the BC Cancer Agency boasts the best cancer outcomes in Canada. Read More

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