Maintaining good nutrition can be challenging during cancer treatment, but it’s important for many reasons says Anna Van Osch. As a Registered...
Cancer
This blog features the latest resources and information from experts in Sunnybrook’s Odette Cancer Program.
Lifestyle changes that impact breast cancer risk
As a medical oncologist, I have treated patients with breast cancer for more than 35 years. Most are looking for things they can do beyond standard...
Dispelling the most common myths around nutrition and cancer
Cancer and its associated treatments can affect appetite, the way food tastes and a patient’s ability to chew and swallow. Anna Van Osch is a...
What to know about screening mammograms in your 40s
This fall, Ontario is lowering the minimum age for access to regular mammography screening from age 50 to 40. Eligible patients will be able to self...
AI in Action: Supporting precision radiation oncology
Throughout history advancements in technology have played a significant role in how we live our lives. It has continuously aided in healthcare...
Summer skin care
With the arrival of sunnier days, dermatologist Dr. Kucy Pon shares a few essential summer skin care tips to keep your skin healthy and glowing all...
Better Understanding the Complexities of Personalized Cancer Care
Understanding personalized cancer care is a critical part of many people’s health-care journey as they work towards overcoming their illness...
One patient’s story of life after cancer treatment
Vera Samarkina has had a transformative decade. It was ten years ago that she was diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer. “My oncologist tried his...
Caregivers in Cancer
Caregivers provide physical and emotional support and care to those who are ill. Whether family members, friends or professionals, it’s estimated...
Talking to your children about cancer
Be honest, in an age-appropriate way, when talking to your kids about cancer.