From the PHSA News on the week of February 20 - 27 1st Annual Anita Cochrane Memorial Awards Bring Hope to Breast Cancer Patients in B.C.Submitted by: Monica Bisal, Communications Specialist, BC Cancer Foundation: Marketing & Communications Congratulations Dr. Chris Baliski, Dr. Stephen Chia, Dr. Karen Gelmon, Dr. Alan Nicol and Dr. Scott Tyldesley who were awarded funding for pilot studies in the field of breast cancer research and education. 1st Annual Anita Cochrane Memorial Awards Bring Hope to Breast Cancer Patients in B.C. Anita Cochrane was an inspiring young woman who, after being diagnosed with breast cancer, spent the final decade of her life raising awareness and participating in the BC Cancer Foundations Weekend to End Breast Cancer in support of breast cancer research at the BC Cancer Agency. Since Anitas passing in 2010, her family has continued to host an annual golf tournament, Saving the Girls, in her honour. The proceeds from this event, as well as interest from the Anita Cochrane Memorial Endowment Fund, support the Anita Cochrane Memorial Awards. The first competition for the awards was held this year: applications were received from leading experts in breast cancer research at the BC Cancer Agency and reviewed by a committee. Five successful applicants will receive funding to support pilot studies in breast cancer research and education. Anitas legacy will ensure that new solutions for breast cancer are found and bring hope to future generations of women affected by breast cance
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