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Brantford Man’s Battle with Brain Cancer

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The seizures came without warning one day in September 2019. An MRI scan led to a devastating diagnosis of glioblastoma – a type of brain cancer.

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A Step Ahead of Breast Cancer

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The CIBC Breast Assessment Centre has a high-risk screening program for individuals with a significantly increased risk of breast cancer.

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Leukemia Led to the Love of her Life

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After a month of intense chemotherapy, Rebecca’s cancer was in remission. However, since the leukemia had a high probability of returning, she was transferred to Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre for a stem cell transplant.

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Mike Gatto Memorial Golf Tournament

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Many donors have deeply personal reasons for supporting the Tomorrow Stems From You® campaign. Tony Gatto and his family are prime examples.

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From Sore Throat to Cancer

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Jessica Durka thought she had tonsillitis. She was shocked when testing revealed she had cancer.

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Reducing the Stigma of Testicular Cancer Care

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Testicular cancer is the most common type of solid tumour in men between the ages of 15 and 40, yet many men feel embarrassed to seek medical attention.

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Enabling Mental Health Spaces for Cancer Patients

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Proceeds from the inaugural Illuminight fundraiser enabled the creation of a mental health program for cancer patients and their families.

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Nurse Navigator Elizabeth Vandesompele, Clinical Manager Kathleen Bell and Senior Technologist Kathie Lock pose for a photo next to hospital equipment.

Celebrating Five Years of Excellence in Breast Cancer Care

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In 2019, the CIBC Breast Assessment Centre celebrated five years of being the most comprehensive assessment facility of its type in the region.

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Fellowship Enables Vital Breast Cancer Research

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Dr. Mira Goldberg was awarded a Foundation-funded Fellowship, allowing her to embark on a journey of exploration and discovery.

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The Day the Cancer Returned

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Sue Hewitson of Jerseyville awoke to such extreme pain that she decided to visit the Emergency Department in Brantford. An ultrasound revealed that a tumour was growing in her kidney.

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