The evidence keeps pouring in:
There is no such thing as a safe tan. Although once looked upon as a “healthier” alternative to sun bathing, study after study has proven that tanning beds can be just as dangerous – and possibly even more so – than a tradional sun tan.
The Canadian Medical Associaton (CMA) has recently called for a ban on the use of tanning beds for all Canadians under the age of 18, in addition to calling upon government to enact stricter regulations on the Canadian tanning industry.
According to the International Agency for Research on Cancer, people who begin using tanning beds and other tanning devices before age 30 increases the risk of cancer by 75 per cent.
03.09.2010
Melanoma, News
It was once thought that a high blood level of Vitamin D could reduce cancer risk, but a new study has proven otherwise.
Researchers from the National Cancer Institue have analyzed blood samples from 10 individual studies to determine if people with highr Vitamin D in their blood are less likely to develop non-Hodgkin lymphoma or cancer of the endometrium, esophagus, stomach, kidney, ovary, or pancreas:
“We did not see lower cancer risk in persons with high vitamin D blood concentrations compared to normal concentrations for any of these cancers,” said Demetrius Albanes, M.D., NCI, one of the study investigators. “And, at the other end of the vitamin D spectrum, we did not see higher cancer risk for participants with low levels.”
The study was published in the July issue of the American Journal of Epidemiology. Click here to read more.
18.08.2010
Medical Research
A recent article in the Financial Post some interesting information on vitamin supplements and antioxident pills.
According to registered dietician Kristine Liang, it’s easy to maintain a healthy lifestyle. All you need to do is eat lots of fruits and vegetables and remember that supplements don’t take the place of healthy foods:
”Food is the best source of antioxidants hands down. You can’t make up for it with supplements. You have to concentrate on eating healthy,” she says.
If you’re looking to improve your eating habits, the article suggest that you choose brightly-coloured fruits and veggies, which tend to have more antioxidents than pale-coloured foods. And avoid processed foods, which can be full of needless preservatives.
Click here to read the rest of the article.
26.07.2010
Food & Nutrition
The Canadian Cancer Society is very proud of the work it does. It is the largest national charitable funder of cancer research, after all.
Last year the Canadian Cancer Society invested close to $49 million in cancer research, supporting the best cancer scientists across Canada fighting back against cancer.
To date, the CCS has funded more than $1 billion in cancer research in its 60 year plus history. Its support of cancer research has been possible only through the generosity of our donors and the support of our volunteers. The CCS has a stringent research-review process to ensure that supporters can have the utmost confidence in the excellence of the research being funded. Because of this, the CCS is able to fund approximately 20% of the best research applications because of a lack of funds.
Thanks to research funded by in part by the Canadian Cancer Society, the treatment of cancer and the quality of life during treatment has dramatically improved in the last 20 years. We support research into all types of cancer and all types of research that will lead to better prevention, earlier detection, improved treatments and enhanced quality of life.
Last year through the Society’s support of the Clinical Trials Group, more than 3,500 patients were involved in 74 CTG trials across the county. Thanks to our wonderful volunteers for making this possible!
20.07.2010
News
I LOVE that fabulous pictures like these keep rolling in! If you’d like to share some of your Burlington, Oakville or Milton Relay For Life pictures, send them to info@haltonrelayforlife.com!
16.07.2010
Oakville
Wow! SNAP Milton has a TON of 2010 Mitlon RFL pictures. Make sure you check them all out!
12.07.2010
Milton
A little overdue, I know, but check out these pics from Milton’s Relay For Life, which took place on June 18, 2010.
08.07.2010
Milton
- Now that the dust is settling on all of your Relay events, we thought you might like to check out the Canadian Cancer Society’s contribution to Superdogs. Click here to read more. We’re all really proud of our work, and the event was loads of fun!
- We neglected to mention it before, but Cogeco was a HUGE supporter of the 2010 Relay events in the Halton Region. They filmed a bunch of videos in the time leading up to the events, and now they’re online for you to see! Click here to view.
05.07.2010
Announcements
Tickets to the Canadian Cancer Society Hope and the City
are now available for purchase ONLINE at http://www.cancer.ca/hopeandthecity
This summer, swap your stuffy business suit for your finest designer labels and trendiest accessories; meet your best girlfriends and spend the evening indulging, dancing without inhibition and celebrating LIFE at the Canadian Cancer Society Hope and the City!
Taking place on Thursday, August 26 at ZU Bar (4170 South Service Road, Burlington),
Hope and the City is your quintessential “girls night out.”
Based on the HBO series and movie blockbuster “Sex and the City”, this chic event is all about being fun, flirty and fabulous in the name of women’s cancers (breast, ovarian, cervical and uterine cancers).
As guests arrive, they will be greeted by a paparazzi welcome as they walk the “pink” carpet to the main entrance of the nightclub. Once inside, each guest will receive a “swag-bag” and have an opportunity to get pampered at the Glamour Stations by MAC Cosmetics, Arbonne International, Closet and Storage Concepts and more! During the evening there will be lots of opportunities to live the glamorous life with an indulgent silent auction, dancing, some surprises and much more!
Prizes will be awarded to the attendee with the best dress, best heels, best purse and best overall outfit!
Plus, each ticketholder will automatically be entered into our grand prize giveaway: a fully escorted, motor coach trip for 2 to New York courtesy of Vista Travel!
Tickets to Hope and the City are on sale NOW!
Choose from Two Ticket Options
$50.00 VIP Ticket
Limited number of tickets, so don’t delay
VIPs will enjoy early entry at 6:00 p.m., seating in a VIP booth, gourmet tapas platters, early access to Glamour Stations, exclusive VIP grand prize plus entry into Hope and the City New York grand prize trip, one complimentary Hope and the City signature beverage,
“Swag Bag”, dancing, plus a few more surprises!
- or -
$30.00 General Admission Ticket
General Admission ticket holders will enjoy entry at 7:30 p.m., Glamour Stations, entry into
Hope and the City New York grand prize trip, one complimentary Hope and the City signature beverage, “Swag Bag”, dancing, plus a few more surprises!
This is a 19+ event; ID will be checked at the door.
Tickets can be purchased by online at www.cancer.ca/hopeandthecity or by contacting the Canadian Cancer Society Burlington/Oakville Unit at (905) 845-5231.
Stay tuned for all the latest Hope and the City updates by following us on the Facebook (Hope and the City-Canadian Cancer Society), Twitter (CCSBurlOak) and on the Canadian Cancer Society Burlington/Oakville webpage (www.cancer.ca/oakville)
P.S.—Does your company want to donate a prize or SWAG to the Hope and the City goodie bags? Are you a business that could demonstrate your product or service at a Glamour Station? Contact ldale@ontario.cancer.ca for details on how you can get involved!
Support those who support the Canadian Cancer Society Hope and the City
28.06.2010
Announcements
