The Central Regional Cancer Program's Prevention & Screening team: Promoting cancer prevention and screening practices.
Newmarket, Ontario
Joined August 2012
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Now people ages 40-49 can get checked for breast cancer without a referral.
People are encouraged to talk to their health care provider or trained Health811 navigator to see if breast cancer screening is right for them: ow.ly/KZJT50THYuA
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Central Regional Cancer Program retweeted
Smoking Cessation Education Day!
September 21, 2023 from 10-2pm
Stronach Regional Cancer Centre
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September is #NationalGuideDogMonth, a time to celebrate our 4-legged friends that help people who are blind or partially sighted.
A guide dog wearing a harness means they are working. Learn about guide dog etiquette to keep everyone safe cnib.ca/en/guide-dog-etiquet… @CNIB
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Central Regional Cancer Program retweeted
Not tomorrow's problem.
Talk to your doctor about your cancer risk today. Knowing your risk of cancer can lead to recognizing cancer earlier and better health outcomes.
Learn more 👉 mycanceriq.ca/Cancers/Risk
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#DYK: a variety of resources such as breast, colon, and cervical cancer and screening toolkits, posters, postcards and factsheets are available on the @CancerCare_ON website for Indigenous people and communities?
cancercareontario.ca/en/get-…
#NationalIndigenousHistoryMonth
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If you work in certain industries or occupations, you may be exposed to chemicals that can increase your risk of bladder cancer.
Learn more about bladder cancer here 👉 cancercareontario.ca/en/type…
#BladderCancerAwarenessMonth
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Today is #WorldMelanomaDay.
Evidence shows certain factors can increase your risk for melanoma #SkinCancer, including ultraviolet radiation from the sun.
Take the assessment to reduce your risk of #melanoma in less than 5 minutes: mycanceriq.ca/Cancers/Melano…
ALT Illustration of a hand with sunscreen. Image text: World Melanoma Day │ May 8. Practice sun safety.
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May 8 is #WorldOvarianCancerDay.
When #OvarianCancer is found early, the chances of successful treatment are better. Get regular health checkups and see your doctor if you have any symptoms or concerns about your health.
Know the signs and symptoms: cancer.ca/en/cancer-informat…
ALT Illustration of a teal ribbon. Image text: World Ovarian Cancer Day │ May 8. Know the signs and symptoms.
Central Regional Cancer Program retweeted
Today is #WorldOvarianCancerDay, so let’s talk about some of the signs and symptoms.
In the early stages, ovarian cancer may not cause any signs or symptoms. The signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer often appear as the tumour grows and causes changes in the body.
Central Regional Cancer Program retweeted
Today is #WorldOvarianCancerDay. The Day aims to increase awareness about ovarian cancer and unite those living with ovarian cancer, as well as survivors and their families.
Learn more about ovarian cancer and prevention 👉 cancercareontario.ca/en/type…
#WOCD2023
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Money and other practical issues can be a big source of stress when navigating the cancer pathway.
Find support and services in your area through @211Ontario and @cancersociety’s community services locator.
Learn more 👉 211ontario.ca
cancer.ca/en/living-with-can…
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📣April 3-7: We’ll be returning to schools to give students their next dose of the #HepB & #HPV vaccines: Toronto.ca/SchoolVaccines
✔️Students who have not received these vaccines or the Meningococcal vaccine can still get vaccinated at these clinics.
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The Princess Margaret's Education Centre has officially opened! This is a dedicated space for learners of all kinds to advance their knowledge and skills in cancer care.
Read about it here → bit.ly/3xjjCFm
@PMCancerEdu
@PMResearch_UHN
@thePMCF
@UHN
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#DYK: Colon cancer screening is for both men and women?
Watch this video to learn more 👉 youtu.be/S27al9jZgBQ
#ColorectalCancerAwarenessMonth #ColorectalCancer
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This is how easy it is to get screened for colon cancer at home using a FIT Kit.
Find colon cancer early. Ask for a FIT Kit today!
#ColorectalCancerAwarenessMonth
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We’d like to hear from you.
Now you can share your thoughts on supplemental screening as an adjunct to mammography for breast cancer screening in people with dense breasts.
➡️ ow.ly/5pTV50Nmsax
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Today marks the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. Southlake joins the global community to foster a culture of inclusivity where racism and all form of discrimination and hatred are addressed. #IDERD2023
Central Regional Cancer Program retweeted
It's Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month - a great time to catch up on your cancer screening. Talk with your family doctor or nurse practitioner.
Learn more: ow.ly/2SBx50Njtqs
ALT Learn how to get checked
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Are you ready to run or walk in support of Southlake this spring? On Sunday, April 30, you can join thousands of community members at the 2023
Nature's Emporium Run for Southlake. Register today at runforsouthlake.ca
@SouthlakeFndn #byyourside #onhealth
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DYK if #cancer in the colon or rectum is detected early, 90% of cases can be successfully treated and cured? Regular screening for #ColorectalCancer is key.
Get checked, visit: ontario.ca/page/colon-cancer… #ColorectalCancerAwarenessMonth
ALT Illustration of make patient with doctor. Image text: Protect yourself against colorectal cancer and get checked.