In the News
GCI Researchers Invited to Speak Before the House of Commons on the Need for Gynecologic Cancer Research Funding
The GCI’s very own Dr. Gillian Hanley and Dr. Jessica McAlpine were invited to appear before the House of Commons’ Standing Committee on Health as witnesses to the gynecologic cancer landscape in Canada. Dr. Hanley and Dr. McAlpine shed light on some of the incredible BC-led research at the Gynecologic Cancer Initiative while calling for federal support and funding to help reduce the burden of gynecologic cancers on Canadians.
2023 Gynecologic Cancer Research Combined Grants Recipients
British Columbia has made massive strides in improving access to cervical cancer screening through the roll-out of a province-wide cervical cancer self-screening program. Rates of cervical cancer are among the fastest increasing in females in Canada, but it is largely preventable through HPV immunization and cervical screening programs.
The Gynecologic Cancer Initiative is excited for the rollout of self-screening for cervical cancer in BC. This is an incredible step towards reducing cervical cancer rates and we hope other provinces will follow.
GCI Staff Spotlight: Emily McKay – Knowledge Mobilization Coordinator
Meet the newest addition to the GCI Team– Emily McKay. Emily is joining the team as the GCI Knowledge Mobilization Coordinator. With her support, we will work towards increasing the impact and reach of the innovative work being produced in the Gynecologic Cancer Initiative to bring about positive changes in patient care.
Read the GCI Blog!
The GCI launched a blog focused on knowledge translation and science communications. This platform intends to make information about gynecologic cancers and the gynecoloic cancer research in BC more accessible to the general population.