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The Princess Margaret Global Cancer Program aims to address growing disparities in cancer treatment within our communities and internationally.

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On World Cancer Day we recognize the vital mission of strengthening care for patients globally. @pmcancercentre's GOLD Program has trained 232 fellows from 54 countries through leadership development, mentorship and clinical training. Read more: bit.ly/3ZhxRJ2
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“Keeping it hidden is dangerous. Being informed can save lives.” Driven by a family loss, @RazqHakem embarked on a research journey to understand the biology of BRCA mutations in breast and ovarian cancer. Learn about his discoveries on #WorldCancerDay: uhnresearch.ca/news/meet-dr-…
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Leadership drives global cancer progress. Join this session hosted by the Canadian Global Oncology Network, to explore the programs shaping future leaders. Mon 24 Nov | 2–3pm GMT Register now: bit.ly/4hpLnSQ #LGCW2025 #LondonGlobalCancerWeek
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Dr. Abdulazeez Salawu from @pmcancercentre @UHN, leads a team of collaborators from Toronto and Montreal to address disparities in access to cancer research🏃. This effort is supported by new funding from @tfri_research @marathonofhope’s Patient Voice in Research Initiative.
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📣 NEW FUNDING ANNOUNCEMENT 📣 A year ago, members of our Patient Working Group met with Network researchers and oncologists in Halifax. At that meeting it became clear that people with lived cancer experience knew of gaps in cancer research that no one else knew existed. (1/3)
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Key Insights from Dr. @marykge at #LondonGlobalCancerWeek. Dr. Mary Gospodarowicz shared transformative perspectives from @TheLancet Commission on Cancer and Health Systems, highlighting the need for systemic change to ensure equitable access to #cancercare for all.
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@FeliciaKnaul14 Nov 2024
▶️Join us at London Global Cancer Week @LGCW2024 Webinar “Amuse-bouche: The Lancet Commission on Cancer And Health Systems.” 🗣️@cspramesh @marykge @Pattyjannet1 ▶️TODAY 11:00 am ET Register: miami.zoom.us/webinar/regist…
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IAEA NA@IAEANA11 Nov 2024
Together w/experts from 44 institutions, @iaeaorg led @TheLancetOncol Commission on Radiotherapy & Theranostics, examining these two therapies’ availability while proposing actions to enhance access. Join #LGCW2024 on 12 Nov @ 13:30 GMT for a discussion➡️hubs.li/Q02SjLmd0
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Amuse-bouche: @TheLancet Commission on Cancer and Health System. Explore innovative solutions at the intersection of cancer control and health system strengthening with the Tata Memorial Centre and University of Miami. Register now > bit.ly/3AkDc9k #LGCW2024
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#LondonGlobalCancerWeek 2024 is on the horizon! From November 11-15, we will host discussions focused on improving global cancer outcomes. Mark your calendars and stay updated with the evolving program. Visit lgcw.org.uk to learn more. #lgcw2024
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@WCRD24Sept24 Sep 2024
💚 🔬TODAY September 24th join us in celebrating #WorldCancerResearchDay 🔬💚 🧪To raise awareness & commitment for #CanceResearch 🔬To facilitate access to scientific advances 💚To improve survival & quality of life of cancer patients 🌏To reduce the global impact of cancer
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@cspramesh17 Sep 2024
Great session at the #WCC2024 @uicc President's session moderated by @DrCaryAdams Eduardo Cazap, @marykge @mtkutluk @SanchiaAranda @dinamired @docdcruz @ProfJeffDunn Ulrika Kagstrom sharing their thoughts on what's gone well & future cancer control priorities
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Happening this week at the World Cancer Congress: Thrilled to have our collaborator, Dr. Chrishanthi Rajasooriyar from Tellipalai Cancer Hospital, presenting our #qualitative study on breast surgical decision making in Northern Province, Sri Lanka. #GlobalSurgery #BreastOncology
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As part of its work on cervical cancer, UICC is launching a grants opportunity to support projects driving progress in the introduction and scale-up of HPV vaccination. Apply now. uicc.org/what-we-do/member-b…
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📷 Mark your calendars. London Global Cancer Week 2024 is set for November 11th - 15th. Join us in raising awareness and driving global action against cancer. View the programme as it currently stands here >> lgcw.org.uk/LGCW-2024/ #LGCW2024 #CancerAwareness #GlobalHealth
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ARGO Research@ArgoResearch2 Jul 2024
ARGO is thrilled to support the ACTION study led by Dr. Wuraola/ Dr. Cil:  Addressing global inequities in breast cancer genetic testing, counseling, and management among breast cancer patients in Nigeria. Funded by The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation.
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The Center for Global Oncology & Health Equity @IUCancerCenter presents a monthly seminar series focused on global oncology. The presentation on Thursday, August 1, at 8 a.m. features “Prostate Cancer Care in the Western Region of Kenya.” Register: iu.zoom.us/meeting/register/…
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Priya Ranganathan@docpriyar3 Jul 2024
Applications are now open for the 8th @credoworkshop - an excellent opportunity for oncology researchers to get trained in research methods, biostatistics and protocol writing. @cspramesh @ManjuSengar7
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UHN Research@UHN_Research15 Apr 2024
Can a blood sample be used to predict patient outcomes to #cancer #immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab? Researchers @Esanzgarcia, @zhaoEZ and @lillian_siu from @PMResearch_UHN investigate this in their new study. Read more > uhnresearch.ca/news/assessin…; doi.org/10.1158/2159-8290.CD…
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Today is International Childhood Cancer Day. Childhood #cancer impacts millions of children (0-19 years) worldwide, but it is not the same as adult cancer. Find out how genetic factors, access to care & social support play a role in cancer outcomes bit.ly/2NeFF8B

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@myESMO7 Feb 2024
#ESMO24 📢 Abstract submission system now open 📢 Foster collaborations with the potential to drive progress in #oncology research and patient care. ⏲️Submit by 7 May 2024. ow.ly/7qT450QyCJp #MedTwitter #OncTwitter #CancerResearch @AndresC27622123 @RebeccaDSing @DrAngelaLamarca @AnnPartridgeMD @ElenaGarralda @JenSeligmann @PGrivasMDPhD @OostingSjoukje @DrJNaidoo @BenjaminBesseMD @jeanyvesblay @matteolambe @TanjaSpanic @rillepihlak
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