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03/19/2026

Early detection doesn’t have to be complicated!

Dr. Kendall breaks it down: doing your colorectal screening with a FIT kit is as simple as rolling up the rim .

Quick, easy and rewarding.

This Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, take a few minutes for your health.

If you are between 50 to 74 years of age, use a FIT kit to test for colorectal cancer every 2 years.

The FIT kit is an easy at-home test, that requires no prep.
Just a few simple steps.

Talk to your family doctor or nurse practitioner about getting your FIT kit. Call 811 if you do not have a family doctor or nurse practitioner.

Don’t wait. Do your FIT.

Visit CheckForColonCancer.ca for more information.
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03/16/2026

🌿Indigenous Cancer Screening Day

The Indigenous Cancer Team invites Indigenous community members to join us for a dedicated Indigenous Cancer Screening Day focused on health, prevention, and community care.

Cancer screening can help find cancer early, when it is easier to treat. This day is an opportunity to receive cancer screening (breast, cervical, and lung), and access support in a welcoming and culturally respectful environment.

What to expect:
• Information about cancer screening and prevention
• Opportunities to ask questions about your health
• Support from the Indigenous Cancer Team
• A safe and welcoming space for Indigenous community members

📅 Thursday, May 7th, 2026
11:00am-7:00pm
📍 Lakeridge Health Oshawa
1 Hospital Court, Oshawa
📝 Register: https://forms.office.com/r/h1DpcxtFWv

We welcome Indigenous patients, families, and community members to attend. Taking part in screening is an important step in caring for yourself and your community.

03/16/2026

Curious about what happens inside the Cancer Centre?

The Indigenous Cancer Team is hosting a Cancer Centre Tour for Indigenous community members. This is a welcoming opportunity to learn about cancer care services, see the space where care is provided, and connect with members of the team who support Indigenous patients and families throughout their journey.

During the tour, participants will:
• Learn about the cancer care services available
• Become familiar with the Cancer Centre environment
• Ask questions in a supportive space

We welcome Indigenous community members, patients, families, and caregivers who would like to learn more about what to expect when visiting the Cancer Centre.

📅 Monday, April 13, 2026; 5:30pm-8:00pm
📍 Durham Regional Cancer Centre; 1 Hospital Court, Oshawa
📝 Registration: link in bio or email Carter Sehn at csehn@lh.ca

We look forward to welcoming you!

03/16/2026

Getting cancer screening without a primary care provider can feel confusing and overwhelming.

We know health care isn’t always easy to navigate — but we are here to help!

Many cancer screening programs allow you to book directly, even if you don’t have a family doctor or nurse practitioner.

You deserve access to cancer screenings, and there are options available to make sure you don’t miss important screenings.

If you’re unsure where to start, reach out — we can help point you in the right direction.

Thank you to for sharing helpful insights that inspired this post. 💙

03/07/2026

💙 March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

This March, CheckForColonCancer by making sure you are up to date with your colorectal cancer screening. Screening can help find cancer early—before symptoms appear—when it is most treatable. 9 out of 10 colorectal cancer cases can be cured when found early.

If you are between ages 50 to 74, regular screening is recommended. You are considered up to date if you have completed a FIT kit in the past 2 years or had a colonoscopy within the last 5–10 years.

Help us improve cancer screening in our community by completing the Colorectal Cancer Screening Survey: https://forms.office.com/r/0ctTJPzRaf

Your feedback will help us understand why people may not be doing screening and how we can make it easier.

Complete the survey during the month of March for a chance to win 1 of 2 $50 Amazon gift cards.

Winners will be announced on April 1, 2026.

Learn more about screening at CheckForColonCancer.ca.

01/08/2026

Snow, ice, and winter storms couldn’t stop our amazing providers! ❄️💙

A huge thank you to the incredible team who came out for three cervical screening nights in Port Perry, hosted by Medical Associates of Port Perry and the North Durham Family Health Team. Your dedication made a real difference for our community!

A special thank you to Hologic for donating cookies and t-shirts—your generosity made the nights even sweeter. 🍪👕

And a big cheer to everyone who came for appointments—what an inspiring way to kick off 2026 by prioritizing your health.

Don’t forget to share the importance of cancer screening with a family member or friend! 🎉

Visit checkforcervicalcancer.ca for more information about cervical cancer screening.

01/06/2026

January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month.

Use Danielle’s message as your reminder to get screened, talk to your healthcare provider, and start the conversation with others.
Share this with someone who needs to hear it.

Cervical cancer doesn’t just happen to “other people.” It can happen to young people, healthy people, parents, partners, friends — people like Danielle Michaud. At just 31, Danielle was diagnosed with cervical cancer and faced a reality she never expected. Today, she’s sharing her story to raise awareness, start conversations, and empower others to protect their health.
Cervical cancer is often preventable and highly treatable when caught early – with screening. Danielle’s message is clear: don’t wait, don’t assume you’re “too young,” and don’t put your health at the bottom of the list.

Our hope is to reach more people, reduce stigma, and help others feel informed, supported, and confident taking that next step in their health journey. Danielle’s courage is a reminder that awareness is powerful, and prevention matters.

Thank you, Danielle, for your strength, your honesty, and your commitment to helping others.

If you’re eligible for cervical screening, talk to your healthcare provider or visit CheckForCervicalCancer.ca.
Early detection can make all the difference.

01/05/2026

‼️Oshawa residents:
Are you due for your cervical screening?
Valleyview Medical Centre is offering two extended-hours cervical screening clinics in January in recognition of Cervical Cancer Awareness Month.
✅ Book now and check this off your 2026 to-do list!

The Central East Regional Cancer Program provides cervical cancer screening and ensures the best possible outcomes. Learn more.

01/05/2026

Great news for those in the Peterborough area!

The Peterborough Family Health Team is offering cervical screening clinics throughout January for Cervical Cancer Awareness Month.

Cervical screening is a key part of preventive care and can find changes early—often before cancer develops. If you’re due for screening, this is your reminder to book your appointment with your Family Health Team.

Visit peterboroughfht.com or call 705-651-4866 to book your appointment today!

The Peterborough Family Health Team provides a team-based approach to primary care in many locations across the city and county of Peterborough.

12/22/2025

Ho, ho, hold the alcohol! 🎅

‘Tis the season for celebration — but also awareness.

This holiday season, remember that drinking alcohol increases the risk of several cancers — including breast, colorectal, liver, and oral cancer. There’s no “safe” amount, and the more you drink, the higher the risk.

Raise a glass to your health with low- or no-alcohol choices.

Your health is the best gift you can give yourself. ❤️

Visit www.CheckForCancer.ca for more information.

12/12/2025

📣 Schedule Update!

The cervical screening clinic originally planned for December has been rescheduled — and they are now offering two clinic dates in January!

If you’re due or overdue for your cervical screening test (3+ years since your pap test), this is a great opportunity to get screened and stay on top of your health. 💙

Book your appointment today!

Women’s Clinic

12/10/2025

Are you due for your cervical cancer screening?

If so, join our January cervical screening clinics in Port Perry as we mark Cervical Cancer Awareness Month.

Eligibility:
✅ Ages 25–69
✅ Have a cervix
✅ 3+ years since your last Pap test

Your health matters — book your spot and start the year strong. 💙

Questions? DM us!

Visit cercp.ca/cervical-screening/ for more information.

The Central East Regional Cancer Program provides cervical cancer screening and ensures the best possible outcomes. Learn more.