Expert Advice Archives - Alberta Cancer Foundation

Social worker, Sarah Hollingsworth, explains the ins-and-outs of EI sickness benefits

Dr. Jennifer Spratlin weighs in on the signs and symptoms of pancreatic cancer

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

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

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

Lorna Scott, founder of The Caregiver’s Lighthouse, shares how to recognize the symptoms of caregiver burnout and offers strategies to mitigate it

Dr. Safiya Karim, a medical oncologist at the Tom Baker Cancer Centre in Calgary, explains how they are used and why they are important

Katie Philpott, a clinical educator at Lethbridge’s Jack Ady Cancer Centre, discusses how her role benefits both patients and doctors

Registered dietitian Katie Keller explains what supplements are and when they can be helpful

Dr. Sharon Watanabe shares pain management strategies for patients undergoing treatment