Erie St. Clair Regional Cancer Program

09/04/2025

September is recognized as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. This month is dedicated to raising awareness about childhood cancer, supporting children and families affected by the disease, and promoting research, funding, and support for improved outcomes.

The color gold is often associated with childhood cancer awareness, and many organizations encourage people to “Shine Gold” during September to show their support. Show your support by wearing gold this month and encourage others to do the same!

09/03/2025

September is recognized as Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. It’s a time to raise awareness about the disease and encourage individuals to get screened.
It is estimated that 1 in 8 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime.

For information on symptoms to monitor for and risk factors, visit https://cancer.ca/en/cancer-information/cancer-types/prostate.

For ways to monitor for prostate cancer, visit https://cancer.ca/en/cancer-information/find-cancer-early/find-prostate-cancer.

09/02/2025

This September, we want to shine a light on the risks and symptoms associated with different groups of blood cancer during Blood Cancer, Leukemia, and Lymphoma Awareness Month.

There are 3 main groups of blood cancers – leukemia, lymphoma (such as Hodgkin lymphoma and non Hodgkin lymphoma) and myeloma (also called multiple myeloma).

Swipe to learn about the different risk factors and symptoms associated with each of these groups of blood cancer.

For more information on the different groups of blood cancers including risk factors, symptoms, and how you get diagnosed, visit https://cancer.ca/en/cancer-information/cancer-types and search for each type of cancer listed above. 

Reference: www.cancer.ca

09/01/2025

09/01/2025

September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. It’s a time to focus on raising awareness about ovarian cancer, its symptoms, and the importance of early detection.

When ovarian cancer is found and treated early, the chances of successful treatment are better. Get regular health checkups and see your Primary Care Provider if you have any symptoms or are worried about your health.

If you have a higher than average risk, you may need to visit your doctor more often to check for ovarian cancer. Talk to your Primary Care Provider about tests that can help find ovarian cancer early, including the following:
-A pelvic exam
-A transvaginal ultrasound
-A cancer antigen 125 (CA125) test

For information on symptoms to monitor for and risk factors, visit https://cancer.ca/en/cancer-information/cancer-types/ovarian

08/26/2025

08/26/2025

08/26/2025

Some health care services offered at Chatham-Kent Health Alliance’s Chatham and Wallaceburg sites will be altered on Monday, September 1, 2025, in recognition of the Labour Day Holiday.

Read more 👉https://www.ckha.on.ca/chatham-kent-health-alliance-services-altered-for-the-labour-day-holiday-2025/

08/26/2025

🌎 Newcomers to Canada made up 23% of the population in 2021, yet they face unique challenges that can make their cancer experiences more difficult. No one should miss out on the care they need, so we put together a list of 7 ways that newcomers to Canada can find cancer info, care, and support. 💛

Find out more about the cancer resources available to anyone in Canada: https://bit.ly/4lON1y9

08/26/2025

What is PFAC?

The Erie St. Clair Regional Cancer Program Patient and Family Advisory Council (PFAC) brings together a diverse group of patients, family members, and care partners, who have received or witnessed cancer care in our region, as well as hospital leaders and staff to make lasting impactful improvements for
patients with cancer and their care partners within our region.

Want to learn more? Scan the QR code or visit https://www.wrh.on.ca/CancerProgramPatientsFamiliesCaregivers for more information and apply today!

08/26/2025

08/26/2025

‼️ATTENTION - Labour Day Holiday Hours (Monday, Sept 1st)‼️