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BC Cancer works to improve the health of British Columbians through cancer screening programs and increasing awareness about cancer prevention.

Request a cervix self-screening kit: screeningbc.ca/cervix
01/13/2026

Request a cervix self-screening kit: screeningbc.ca/cervix

Cervix self-screening allows you to screen for cervical cancer wherever you feel comfortable, like at home or your local...
01/13/2026

Cervix self-screening allows you to screen for cervical cancer wherever you feel comfortable, like at home or your local clinic.

The vaginal swab looks for HPV, the virus that causes cervical cancer. It's as accurate as a provider taken sample.

Included in the kit: easy to follow instructions, swab, plastic bag for completed sample, pre-paid return envelope.

Request a free kit: screeningbc.ca/cervix

01/10/2026

2026: the year of choosing a lifestyle that’s sustainable, enjoyable, and supportive of cancer risk reduction.

The relationship between body size and health is complex. While body weight alone isn’t a perfect measure of health, research consistently shows that excess body fatness is linked to increased cancer risk.

Learn more about what the science tells us here:
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11912780/

A reminder: during cancer treatment, weight gain—not loss—may sometimes be necessary. If you have questions about weight or lifestyle goals, talk with your oncologist or dietitian, or call HealthLinkBC at 8-1-1 for support.

Let’s ditch diet culture and embrace body respect, body positivity, and feeling good in our own skin.

Small, realistic changes add up—like adding more plant-based foods (try one plant-protein dinner a week), reducing alcohol intake (so many yummy beverages out there), and moving your body in ways that feel safe and enjoyable.

Healthy living isn’t about perfection—it’s about progress.

01/08/2026

If you’re participating in Dry January – great work! Reducing drinking by any amount is better for your health.

Find out more about alcohol and health: tinyurl.com/49hhk6f8

Our mobile mammography coach set up in Westbank last month. Photo courtesy of Jacquie, one of the Mobile Mammography Tec...
01/08/2026

Our mobile mammography coach set up in Westbank last month.

Photo courtesy of Jacquie, one of the Mobile Mammography Technologists who provides screening mammograms to British Columbians within their communities.

Doreen worked in the wellness field for over three decades, practicing acupressure, psychotherapy and sound vibration al...
01/06/2026

Doreen worked in the wellness field for over three decades, practicing acupressure, psychotherapy and sound vibration all over the world. Although she used conventional medicine when needed over the years, Doreen prefers holistic methods to keep herself healthy.

By age 68, Doreen had gone many years without a Pap test. When we mailed her a cervix self-screening kit, the Coombs resident debated whether to use it. But after it sat on her table for a bit Doreen decided to do the self-swab, mostly because it seemed quick and easy.

At that point she didn’t know much about HPV, the virus cervix self-screening tests for, including how long it can stay in your system or how it can lead to cervical cancer. Doreen assumed since she hadn’t had intimate partners for the past decade that she didn’t need to be screened. She never had any gynecological issues and was careful with what products she used.

So it was surprising when the test eventually led Doreen to a cervical cancer diagnosis. She was connected to a Nurse Practitioner in her community who guided Doreen through the next steps.

It felt like she stepped onto a train that took her from station to station. The medical professionals that provided her treatment at stops along the way helped Doreen move from skepticism to trust. Everyone was caring, kind and clearly had her best interests at heart. Now Doreen is happily cancer free.

Doreen’s work often led people to open up to her, but she was used to keeping a professional distance when it came to herself. When the cervical cancer survivor saw how many people were misinformed about HPV, she realized it was time for her to break down those barriers.

Doreen shared her experience on her Facebook account, explaining “I write this because my journey has led me to understand how much misinformation exists about HPV, and I want to encourage the women reading this, especially if you, like me, have no doctor or don't like doing Paps, to do the swab. Early detection leads to good outcomes. I had no symptoms to clue me in.”

Doreen was shocked by the response to her post. Many women said they hadn't considered doing cervix self-screening but now promised to. It’s also opened up conversations in person. Doreen is helping others who were once skeptical see the importance of screening. It might just save their lives. It saved hers.

01/02/2026

Is 2026 your year to quit ni****ne? Follow this itinerary! Focusing on one day at a time can help make your goal of staying ni****ne-free feel much more managable.

- Start your day off by completing a task or doing something productive, this will start you off already feeling accomplished!

- Staying distracted is also key. Even better if you can enlist some friends to help.

- Find a way to treat yourself, quitting can be tough but it will be so worth it!

-Make sure you have your favourite healthy snacks on hand, increased appetite is a common withdrawal symptom and this will help with the hand-to-mouth habit.

-Finally, try to get outside and move your body. Get those endorphins going!

Learn more here: https://quitnow.ca/how-quit/ready-quit/surviving-quit-day

Protect yourself from cervical cancer through: 1️⃣ScreeningRequest a cervix self-screening kit to screen wherever you fe...
01/01/2026

Protect yourself from cervical cancer through:

1️⃣Screening
Request a cervix self-screening kit to screen wherever you feel most comfortable, like from home or a local clinic.

2️⃣ HPV vaccine
The vaccine protects against high risk strains of HPV, the main cause of cervical cancer.

Our top screening story this year.
12/29/2025

Our top screening story this year.

Breast, cervix, colon and lung screening is free for those who are eligible all year long. This deal could just save you...
12/26/2025

Breast, cervix, colon and lung screening is free for those who are eligible all year long. This deal could just save your life.

Read reviews for this offer: screeningstories.ca

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