Horizon Health Leads Canada’s First in-Home Cancer Treatment Trial

BC Cancer and Island Health celebrate success of first-of-its-kind care in Victoria

In June 2022, the oncology and palliative care departments of the Royal Jubilee Hospital began a first-of-its-kind treatment for some forms of cancer that has been successful since its implementation.

Horizon Health leads Canada’s first in-home cancer treatment trial

In a new cancer study led by Horizon Health oncologists, 15 to 20 New Brunswickers will receive in-home treatment for certain types of lung cancer. Dr. Mahmoud Abdelsalam says if the trial is successful, in-home treatment would benefit both patients and the health-care system.

Horizon testing first at-home cancer treatment in N.B.

Horizon Health Network said it is bringing cancer immunotherapy treatment to patients in their own homes through a new study.

'Doubling Down With the Derricos' Star GG Shares Major Health Update

Marian “GG” Derrico from TLC’s Doubling Down With the Derricos is taking a new approach to her cancer treatment.  In a social media update on May 27, the reality TV personality and her son, Deon Derrico, opened up about her decision to explore alternative therapies to treat her lung cancer.  Chemo ‘roughed me up,’ the ‘Doubling Down With the Derricos’ star says  Related TLC Star Deon Derrico Shares Sad Update About His Family GG was…

New Study Led by Horizon and Supported by Roche Canada Delivers Cancer Treatment in the Comfort of a Patient’s Home - Life Sciences British Columbia

For the first time in Canada, a patient has received cancer immunotherapy by subcutaneous (under the skin)  injection in their home.