BC Cancer Agency
BC Cancer Agency
BC Cancer Agency (pronounced: B-C Cancer Agency) is a provincial organization responsible for cancer care in British Columbia, Canada.
Etymology
The term "BC Cancer Agency" is derived from the geographical location of the organization, British Columbia (BC), and its primary focus, which is cancer care and research.
Definition
The BC Cancer Agency is a comprehensive provincial program for cancer control and research in British Columbia. The agency provides public cancer care including radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and supportive care. It also conducts research into the causes of and cures for cancer.
Related Terms
- Cancer: A group of diseases characterized by the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells.
- Chemotherapy: A type of cancer treatment that uses drugs to kill cancer cells.
- Radiation Therapy: A type of cancer treatment that uses high doses of radiation to kill cancer cells and shrink tumors.
- Supportive Care: Care given to improve the quality of life of patients who have a serious or life-threatening disease.
- Research: The systematic investigation into and study of materials and sources in order to establish facts and reach new conclusions.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on BC Cancer Agency
- Wikipedia's article - BC Cancer Agency
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