Expert Advice Archives - Page 4 of 6 - Alberta Cancer Foundation

Expert Advice: Donations and Estate Planning

Wealth management expert Mike Skrypnek's advice on charitable donations

Expert Advice: Accessing Clinical Trials

Nicole Valade's advice on how to find a clinical trial in Alberta

Expert Advice: Why Sitting All Day is Bad for You

There is now increasing scientific evidence that prolonged sitting is associated with an increased risk of developing several chronic diseases

Ask the Expert: How Inflammation Relates to Cancer

Dr. Nigel Brockton, a research scientist in molecular cancer epidemiology, shares what he knows.

Ask the Expert: How to Eat More Protein During Treatment

Even a little more protein and calories every day can help you to maintain or gain weight and strength during treatment

Eating Local in the Winter and Activities To Do With Friends Undergoing Chemotherapy

We polled the pros to get their tips.

Ask the Expert: The More You Know

We polled the pros about getting geared up for winter running, mammograms and the potential link between processed meat and cancer

Ask the Expert: Knowledge is Power

We ask medical and fitness experts how to stay fit when you’re on the road, aspirin as a preventative medication and training for a half-marathon

Ask the Expert: The Benefits of Core Exercises and Practising Yoga During Treatment

Fitness pros address practising yoga with tingling fingers, being cautious when stretching and the importance of breathing.

Ask the Expert: Hiring Cancer Workers

Leap spoke to Dr. Peter Craighead, the Tom Baker Cancer Centre’s medical director and the department head of oncology for Calgary, about what makes the best cancer centre staffers.