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BCCHR researchers develop new way to match young cancer patients with the right drugs
A pan-Canadian team has developed a new way to quickly find personalized treatments for young cancer patients, by growing their tumours in chicken eggs and analyzing their proteins.
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Unlocking the mystery of nephrotic syndrome in kids: Q&A with new investigator Dr. Susan Samuel
Nephrotic syndrome is the most common glomerular kidney disease in children, a condition that damages the kidney filters that clean the blood. The disease primarily affects children aged two to six, causing protein loss in urine and leading to serious complications. Clinicians diagnose nephrotic syndrome based on a combination of symptoms and signs that show…
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HPV vaccine education in British Columbia: A Q&A with Dr. Hana Mitchell
Despite the proven effectiveness of the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine in preventing certain cancers, vaccine uptake among youth in Canada remains below the 90 per cent target. Why is that? And how can we ensure young people and their families have the information they need to make informed decisions about vaccination?
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