Foundation Matters – August 2022 Edition
 
In case you missed it, see how your support has had tremendous impact for cancer patients in Saskatchewan. Inside the report you will find stories from just a handful of people like you who are committed to enhancing cancer care right here at home. |
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High Dose Rate (HDR) Brachytherapy, which is highly-targeted internal radiation, is one of the treatment types used for prostate cancer. The Allan Blair Cancer Centre in Regina is home to the Provincial Prostate HDR Brachytherapy program, and new HDR Brachytherapy equipment is urgently needed. This September, in honour of prostate cancer awareness month, we are asking you to make a donation towards the replacement of HDR Brachytherapy equipment. |
Did you know? Prostate cancer is the #1 diagnosed cancer in men. In Saskatchewan, it is estimated that 720 men will receive a prostate cancer diagnosis this year. Early detection increases the survival rate of those diagnosed with prostate cancer. Visiting your doctor regularly and having annual physical exams, including blood work, are keys to early detection. |
Robert Wick has learned how important it is to take care of his health. And now, he wants other men to make their health a priority, too.
You don’t have to face it alone.
Have you, or someone you know, recently been diagnosed with prostate cancer?
Prostate cancer support groups bring together people who are going through, or have already gone through, the experience of being diagnosed with prostate cancer, navigating the many treatment options, and managing side effects.
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The Saskatchewan Cancer Agency oversees the Screening Program for Breast Cancer which provides screening mammograms to eligible Saskatchewan residents. The key to beating breast cancer is early detection. For more information on eligibility, where you can go for a mammogram or to schedule a mammogram appointment click here. |
Did you know? Breast cancer is the #1 diagnosed cancer in women. In 2022, it is estimated that 760 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in Saskatchewan. That’s more than 2 women hearing the words, “You have breast cancer”, every day. |
These two women are not only breast cancer survivors, C95 Radio Marathon for Breast Cancer Research Ambassadors and the founders of My Cancer Breastie, they are dedicated to supporting young women facing their own breast cancer diagnosis.
Besties for Breastie’s Family Fun Day, hosted by My Cancer Breastie, is scheduled for Saturday, September 3 in Saskatoon!
This family-friendly event will feature activities like face painting, caricatures, balloon artists and bouncy castles at Nutrien Playland in Kinsmen Park from 1pm to 6pm. Following this, the Breastie’s will host an evening of live entertainment from 6pm to 10pm at the Shakespeare on the Saskatchewan Festival Site. Closing out the day of fun is JUNO nominee Royal Wood.
The C95 Radio Marathon for Breast Cancer Research is taking place on Thursday, October 20!
- Become a fundraiser for the C95 Radio Marathon! Set your fundraising goal and encourage your friends, family, and colleagues to sponsor you – all in support of breast cancer research in Saskatchewan!
- Sign up to give a monthly gift to the C95 Radio Marathon! Your monthly gift means supporting breast cancer research in our province, all-year-round!
Make your donation today! You don’t have to wait until October 20th to donate, the donation page is now live!
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Visit theriderstore.ca in October to purchase your pink gear for the Pink Game! |
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