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Movember: A Beginner’s Guide of the Basics & the Stats
Every year, when November rolls around, everyone gets excited to participate in Movember, from wearing moustaches (real or fake) to raising funds and being part of the month-long movement. However, Movember is not simply about one disease but rather the overall mental...
Movember: A Movement for Men’s Health
As Movember approaches, a memory came to my mind, one of a friend frantically calling me one day and trying to cope with an incident she experienced earlier that morning: “I had just woken up to go for a run, taking a route across Lions Gate Bridge. Halfway...
Breast Cancer: A Survivor’s Journey
Earlier this month, UBC CA gave you the low down on Breast Cancer and its history. But what is often lost in the mix is the individuality of each case of breast cancer and how personal it can get. This easily happens because the faceless statistics and massive numbers...
Cancer Patients and COVID-19: An Interview
Illustration by Nicole Nedeff The effects of the coronavirus on patients’ lives in hospitals, their treatments and communication with their doctors. “During the height of the COVID-19 crisis in New York, most hospitals in NYC essentially became COVID hospitals”. The...
October: Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the History & the Basics
It’s breast cancer awareness month, and from its history, societal implications and its eye-opening statistics, there is a whole lot to acknowledge and educate ourselves on. To start off with some history, celebrating breast cancer awareness actually began in 1985,...
CampusBase Information
From AUG 30-SEPT 8, everyone will have full access to UBC Cancer Association’s club page on CampusBase. Here you can find out what we are all about as a club and view images and videos of past events and initiatives. On AUG 31 AT 2-3PM & 9:30-10:30PM, UBC Cancer...
Our Mission
We’re a student-run club at the University of British Columbia. We aim to provide support, awareness, and fundraise in the fight against cancer. Learn more →