Melanoma Risk in Atlantic Canada

Posted on August 22, 2023September 7, 2023 by pathwp

New work from Dr. Ivan Litvinov and Dr. François Lagacé at McGill University includes Atlantic PATH participants and highlights why Atlantic Canadians are at higher risk for developing melanoma (skin cancer). The SunFit project conducted focus groups in 22 communities across Atlantic Canada. Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island have the highest rates of melanoma in the Read more about Melanoma Risk in Atlantic Canada[…]

New Publication – Skin Cancer & Atlantic Canada

Posted on July 28, 2023 by pathwp

Atlantic PATH participants were invited to participate in the SunFit study led by Dr. Ivan Litvinov at McGill University. A new publication focuses on assessing skin cancer risk factors, sun safety behaviours and melanoma concern in Atlantic Canada. Melanoma skin cancer can largely be prevented through education, sun protection, screening, and public health campaigns. However, Read more about New Publication – Skin Cancer & Atlantic Canada[…]