Cancer and First Nations Peoples in BC: A Community Resource
Cancer is a disease that impacts all walks of life regardless of age, gender, sexual orientation, ability or race. This document is intended to be a resource for First Nations community health professionals, leadership and community members to better understand cancer and its impact on health and wellness.
In this document, you’ll find the following information:
-The First Nations Health Authority’s (FNHA) approach to health and wellness
-Overview of cancer incidence and survival rates for First Nations people in BC
-Information on preventing cancer
-Cancer-related community resources