Shelter Movers, a volunteer-based organization, is available during the holidays to assist victims and survivors of intimate partner violence with free moves to safety, filling a crucial gap in services. With a rise in demand, the organization has completed 500 moves this year and remains prepared for urgent moves during the holiday season. Resources such as the Assaulted Women’s Helpline and YWCA Arise Shelter are available to provide support for those experiencing abuse.
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Breast cancer research team investigating why N.S. death rates are highest in Canada
The IWK is establishing a new research unit to assist breast cancer patients in Nova Scotia, where the province has the highest breast cancer mortality rates in Canada. This initiative was inspired by a surgical oncologist's desire to investigate the underlying causes of these alarming statistics. Breast Cancer Canada emphasizes that, while only 5-10% of breast cancer cases are hereditary, genetic testing can guide treatment options, research efforts, and preventive strategies for individuals with genetic...
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