CityNews Vancouver features GCI Patient and Family Advisory Council Member Carly Allen and GCI Investigator Dr. Jessica McAlpine, sharing perspectives on the importance of gynecologic cancer awareness.
Carly Allen reflects on her journey with vulvar cancer, navigating misdiagnosis, treatment, and survivorship, and now uses her voice to break stigma and encourage advocacy. Dr. Jessica McAlpine highlights the importance of awareness, early detection, and expanding prevention options, which together are helping to change the outlook for those affected by gynecologic cancers.
Watch the CityNews Vancouver feature here:
Learn more:
- Tune into Season 5, Episode 7 of the GOSH Podcast, “Ostomy, Advocacy & Redefining Life After Vulvar Cancer,” to learn more about Carly’s story.
- Explore BC Cancer’s resource library for Gynecologic Cancers, including their guide for patients and families: Gynecologic Cancers: Your Journey.
- HPV self-screening programs in British Columbia: BC Cancer Cervix Self-Screening.
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