Front Line Archives - Alberta Cancer Foundation

Fostering a Community of Care

Naree Ager's nurturing qualities have been central to her career in cancer care

Madison Wickenberg Is the Youngest Member of An Innovative Cancer Research Project

The third-year science student is part of a large new research project hoping to improve the use of immunotherapy to treat a variety of cancers

Running on Empty

Understanding how recreational marathon runners deal with fatigue could help cancer patients better manage their own

Expert Advice on Cancer and Common Ailments

Dr. Margaret Churcher explains why a cold or flu virus is a concern for those undergoing cancer treatment and what they can do to avoid getting ill

More Moments

The Alberta Health Services' 2019 Report on Cancer Statistics in Alberta shows the latest numbers in survival rates for the four most common types of cancer

Expert Advice on Donating to Charity

The Alberta Cancer Foundation breaks down how your donation dollars are used

What You Need to Know About Radon

An Alberta project seeks to eliminate the second leading cause of lung cancer from Canadian homes

Dr. Faisal Khan’s Bench-To-Bedside Approach

Dr. Faisal’s research aims to improve treatment options for patients with leukemia and lymphoma

Dr. Sveta Silverman Finds Her True Calling in Learning, Teaching and Healing

After a successful career in Pathology Dr. Silverman hopes to leave a legacy that promotes health advocacy and education

An Expert Explains the Process of Chemotherapy

Nurse clinician Stephanie Duffy explains what chemotherapy entails and what patients can expect while receiving treatment