South West Regional Cancer Program

Patient Education & Information

Welcome to the Patient Education and Information section of the South West Regional Cancer Program site.

Here you will find a variety of resources for patients, families and care partners, including the following:

Top Stories

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Research & Innovation

Surgical procedure slows progression of knee osteoarthritis

Clinical trial significantly improves detection of hidden blood clots in stroke patients

Researchers from LHSC and SickKids shine spotlight on dangers posed by measles to pregnant people and their babies

From the Cobalt Bomb to theranostics: LHSC’s pioneering role in cancer treatment

Sal Treesh, Charge Technologist, Regional Renal Program with a second generation of the Kolff machine in LHSC’s Kidney Care Centre (left) and a current hemodialysis machine (right)

The first artificial kidney built in Canada has ties to London: A revolution in care for patients with kidney failure

Gratitude and grace: Dave Gast’s 70-year health-care journey with LHSC

Patient Safety in Quality Improvement

“This has truly been the most rewarding role I’ve held as a Nurse Practitioner” -A staff experience in the Systemic Therapy Assessment Clinic

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Dairy Queen Miracle Treat Day 2025

LHSC Auxiliary looks for helping hands to continue legacy of support

Transformational donation will launch the Jahnke Family Paediatric Oncology Centre of Excellence at Children’s Hospital

Historic $20 million dollar gift to transform cancer care