Syantra & Early Breast Cancer Detection
Alberta-based company, Syantra, has the potential to change breast cancer screening protocols with their new, non-invasive blood test – known as Breast CancerScout™. Currently undergoing clinical trials, this could become a key screening tool for breast cancer and help to improve accuracy alongside traditional screening methods. Your generosity is helping to make early detection less invasive and more accessible.
➥ Learn more about Breast CancerScout™
➥ Read more in Leap Magazine
Immunotherapy
Traditionally, chemotherapy, radiation and surgery are the most well-known forms of cancer treatment. While they still play an important role, significant strides are being made in the field of immunotherapy – using the immune system to attack cancer cells. Now considered a “pillar” of cancer treatment, immunotherapy is giving more hope to patients and has become an established treatment option for many types of cancer. Also, nearly 80 per cent of clinical trials supported by the Foundation are focused on immunotherapy. Thank you for changing the way we treat patients across the province.
➥ Learn more about immunotherapy and melanoma
➥ Learn more about immunotherapy and sarcoma
➥ Read more about our immunotherapy investment
Alberta Cancer Exercise Program
The Alberta Cancer Exercise Program (ACE) is a provincial initiative that aims to improve outcomes and quality of life for cancer “thrivers” and survivors by delivering cancer specific exercise training, closer to home. With locations all over Alberta, ACE is a free, 12-week community-based program. Thanks to donors like you, this tailor-made program is positively impacting the lives of Albertans facing cancer.
➥ Learn more about the ACE Program
➥ albertacancerexercise.com
Precision Imaging for Prostate Cancer
Dr. Frank Wuest is utilizing novel imaging technology to detect prostate cancer at different stages. Specifically, Dr. Wuest’s team is developing a chemical compound that will highlight cancerous cells more precisely than ever before. The innovative approach to creating this chemical compound – termed “shake & bake” – will ensure that that this imaging technique is more accessible. Thank you for accelerating progress and helping to provide patients with leading-edge treatment options.
➥ Learn more about Dr. Wuest’s research