BC Cancer Screening and Prevention

05/29/2026

Get more sun safety tips: bccancer.bc.ca/prevention/sun-safety

05/28/2026

05/28/2026

Alcohol can increase your risk for certain types of cancers, including breast, colorectal (bowel), liver and mouth cancers. The less you drink, the more you reduce your risk.

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05/26/2026

You've ordered your kit and it arrived. Good work! Cervix self-screening can stop cancer before it develops. But only if you complete your screening.

So get your kit off your counter and your to-do list today.

Worried about doing it right? We'll walk you through it, step-by-step: www.bccancer.bc.ca/screening/cervix/how-it-works/what-is-cervix-self-screening

05/23/2026

Did you know you can book your mammogram online?

Use the booking code in your reminder letter to book through our portal: screeningbc.ca/bookbreastscreening

If this is your first mammogram with BC Cancer, you will need to call 1-800-663-9203 to book.

05/22/2026

Cervix self-screening is highly effective at finding those at risk of cervical cancer. This means that you can safely go longer between screenings. Screening for HPV every 5 years if your test is negative is as safe as having a Pap test every 3 years.

To learn more about the cervical cancer screening program in BC, including guidelines on who should be tested, visit: bccancer.bc.ca/screening/cervix

05/21/2026

In your 40s and wondering if you should start getting screening mammograms?

Check out our Decision Aid to help you choose what's right for you: www.bccancer.bc.ca/screening/Documents/Breast_Decision-Aid-40s.pdf

Watch a first-hand account of what it's like to get your first mammogram: www.facebook.com/share/v/15krL3JbYFb

05/19/2026

Cancer screening program letters are available on Health Gateway. As of May 19, Health Gateway can email and/or text (SMS) you when new letters are added that show you need follow-up or when you are due to screen again.

Receiving email and/or text (SMS) notifications from Health Gateway will not affect any paper letters that will be mailed to you.

For more information about BC Cancer Screening Program letters, visit screeningbc.ca/contact.

Sign-up for Health Gateway to see your screening letters online: healthgateway.gov.bc.ca

05/18/2026

Sun safety is more than one thing. It's adding up different layers, when possible, for more overall protection.

Laura, one of our dietitians is passionate about sun safety. Follow her lead when putting your sun safety equation together before you head out this summer.

05/16/2026

Check out these sun safety tips for families.

A full day at the Festival is a lot of fun… and staying sun smart helps you enjoy more of it.

A few simple things like finding shade, staying hydrated, and throwing on a hat can go a long way in keeping everyone comfortable and the day going strong.

We’ve teamed up with Sun Safe BC to share a practical, parent-friendly guide to doing a full day at the Vancouver International Children's Festival without burning out. Think pacing your day, planning for shade, and keeping things easy as you go.

Read about it here: https://www.childrensfestival.ca/staying-sun-safe-at-the-festival-a-guide-for-families/

Make sure to swing by Sun Safe BC in the Activity Village on the weekend for Sun Smart Fun—a quick, easy way to reset, pick up free sunscreen, and keep the day going!

BC Cancer Screening and Prevention

05/16/2026

As we head into the long weekend a gentle reminder of some things you gain when you drink less.

Learn more and get tips: www.bccancer.bc.ca/prevention/alcohol/reduce-your-risk