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UBC Cancer Association is a non-profit student-run club at the University of British Columbia. Our club aims to provide support, awareness, and fundraise in the fight against cancer and show that nobody faces cancer alone. Learn more →
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World Cancer Day: A Survivor, Science and Hope
February 4th marks a critical day every year, commemorating an initiative dedicated to the fight against the global cancer epidemic. Led by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC), this day is observed by UN Members, and originated from World...
Retrospective Post: Prostate Cancer
Reflecting on the Movember movement and supporting men's health, at the UBCCA we are providing our community and readers this infographic on prostate cancer. Infographic design by Nicole Nedeff (nicolehnedeff@gmail.com)
Bell Let’s Talk: Why You Should Get Involved
At UBC Cancer Association, promoting health awareness and wellbeing beyond the physical aspect is at the top of our priorities. Spreading awareness about mental health issues is needed in order to break down age-old stigmas and stereotypes that prevent people from...
Movember: A Beginner’s Guide of the Basics & the Stats
Every year, when November rolls around, everyone gets excited to participate in Movember, from wearing moustaches (real or fake) to raising funds and being part of the month-long movement. However, Movember is not simply about one disease but rather the overall mental...