Cancer

A new analysis finds that men whose partners have breast cancer are at increased risk of developing mood disorders that are so severe that they warrant hospitalization. Published early online in CANCER, a peer-reviewed journal of the American Cancer Society, the study indicates that clinicians should address the mental health of cancer patients’ loved ones. [continue reading…]

Thirty years ago today, a young man from Port Coquitlam dipped his artificial leg in the Atlantic Ocean before beginning a cross-country marathon.

When I first arrived in Canada some 22 years ago from the UK, I had little or no idea who Terry Fox was. But I have come to appreciate that Terry Fox’s legacy is truly phenomenal. On a personal note my sons attended Terry Fox secondary school in Port Coquitlam . I am so  humbled by the inspiration that this brave young man has instilled in our community, across Canada and around the World.

Debbie Phillips died of cervical cancer at home in the early hours of Feb 11, 2010. This beautiful tribute was made by her daughter Sarah, it reminds us that life is precious, isn’t always fair and sometimes goes by all too fast.

The Debbie Phillips Cervical Cancer Research Fund will raise money for the UCL Cancer Institute Research Trust. For further information on the work of the UCL Cancer Institute, please go to www.ucl.ac.uk

Click here to make a donation

Carpe Diem – live life


*warning this video contains profanities

The lovely and amazing performance poet Gabrielle Bouliane performs for the audience at the Austin Poetry Slam.

This would be her last public performance.

Gabrielle was diagnosed with Stage Four Cancer shortly before this video was filmed. Our dear sister fought hard, but she ended her fight January 29, 2010. She was surrounded by family and friends, and her passing was in a very quiet, peaceful room full of love and affection. She was so brave.

Please share this video with everyone you know. I am sure it would tickle her to no end to have this video get as viral as a video can be. Tell the world.

Hat Tip 😀 Mark Krynsky