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The Next Steps for Precision Oncology in Canada
Exactis Innovation is a pan-Canadian research network that accelerates biomarker-led clinical and translational research in areas of high-unmet medical need. Precision Medicine in Cancer Care The past decade has seen the emergence of precision medicine, a complicated method of cancer treatment in which different molecular variants found in tumours guide oncologists to the use of...
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Cancer Patients Need Access to Care Services
Safe and timely access to essential cancer care — including diagnostics, testing and treatment — must remain a top priority across Canada during any crisis. The Canadian Cancer Survivor Network (CCSN) recently conducted its second Léger survey on the disruption of cancer care in Canada during the pandemic. We learned that our community shares deep...
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A Phase III Clinical Trial (FLORA-5) for Advanced Ovarian Cancer
Ovarian cancer is categorized as advanced once the cancer has spread away from its site of origin in the pelvis. OncoQuest is grateful to all the listed investigators in Canada for participating in FLORA-5, which begins enrolling on May 1, 2021. Many clinical trials are currently taking place to look at new ways to prevent,...
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Kidney Cancer Canada: By Patients, for Patients
Kidney Cancer Canada is a community of patients, caregivers, and health professionals who work together to support every Canadian touched by kidney cancer. Two patients, Deb Maskens and the late Tony Clark met accidently in a waiting room at the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre in 2006. They made a goal — to form a small...
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OICR’s Renewed Strategy for Cancer Research
The Ontario Institute for Cancer Research (OICR) is a leader in driving innovative, collaborative cancer research across the province and around the world. The Ontario Institute for Cancer Research (OICR) is a leader in driving innovative, collaborative cancer research across the province and around the world. The organization is building on that foundation with a...
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Oncology Drug Access Navigators: Who, What, Where, and Why?
My name is Craig Woudsma, and I am a Director and team-lead for ODANO. I’m a Registered Pharmacy Technician with almost 20 years’ experience and I’ve worked in oncology pharmacy for the past decade. In 2017 I became the Drug Access Navigator for my centre’s oncology clinic, as well as a member of Oncology Drug...
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Fernando Pisani Speaking Out about Colitis
Retired NHL player Fernando Pisani was living his dream as a professional hockey player when he was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis. His instincts were to wait until the symptoms had passed, but when they kept reoccurring, he knew he had to speak up. Mediaplanet spoke with Pisani about his life with colitis and raising awareness for others who may be suffering in silence.
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OBI Announces Ontario’s Newest Neurotech Innovators
Ontario Brain Institute’s ONtrepreneurs program supports startups to commercialize brain-related technologies to ultimately improve brain health.
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Boreal Wellness Centres — Pioneering Virtual Group Therapy
Boreal Wellness Centres is removing access barriers to mental health support, which is a valuable way for employers to support employee productivity.
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RNA Technology at the Forefront of the COVID-19 Pandemic Response
RNA vaccines are emerging as the most promising approach for vaccine development, enabling a rapid response to COVID-19 and future pandemics. Precision NanoSystems (PNI) is a leading provider of technologies for the development of RNA vaccines and medicines, and works with over 200 drug development companies and academic institutions. PNI and many of its partners...