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Dr. John Bell and Stephen Beckta inducted into the Order of Canada
The Ottawa Hospital is proud to share that on December 31, 2025, two members of our team were inducted into the Order of Canada. Congratulations Dr. John Bell and Stephen Beckta.
New program fills gap in care for teens and young adults with cancer
For young people, a cancer diagnosis can disrupt their education, careers, relationships and family-building goals. Our Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Cancer Program supports AYAs on their cancer journey, complementing the care provided by their care team.
“My story doesn’t have to be your story”: New screening test better at preventing cervical cancer
“I went from being a 32-year-old new mom to a cancer patient with an incurable diagnosis.” Alicia’s journey underscores the critical role of HPV testing in preventing cervical cancer. Discover how the new HPV test can save lives and find out how to book your cervical screening appointment with our “Superscreener.”
By thinking differently, this research team is improving the lives of people with cancer
Taking a different approach to clinical trials, the REthinking Clinical Trials (REaCT) program aims to answer some of the most important and practical questions that affect both patients with cancer and our health-care system. Find out what sets REaCT apart and makes the program so special to participants like Beth.
Breast cancer screening at The Ottawa Hospital: What to expect from your mammogram appointment
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Ontario lowers age for regular breast cancer screenings: Top 13 frequently asked questions
To help detect and treat breast cancer as early as possible, the province has lowered the minimum age to self-refer for publicly funded screenings — from 50 to 40. Eligible Ontarians between 40 and 49 can make an appointment for a routine screening mammogram without a referral from a primary care provider. Here are the most important things that our breast screening team wants you to know.