The blood test that could change cancer care

The blood test that could change cancer care

Researchers at Toronto's Princess Margaret Cancer Centre have launched a major study to see if a simple blood test can detect microscopic traces of cancer left behind after treatment. If successful, it could allow doctors to identify a cancer recurrence long before it appears on a scan. To talk about this potential breakthrough, Tamara is joined by Dr. Lillian Siu, medical oncologist at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Professor of Medicine at the University of Toronto, and Scientific Lead of the Peter Gilgan Centre for Early Cancer Detection Research.

The biggest tech stories you need to know

Tech journalist Carmi Levy joins Tamara to talk through all the big tech stories of the day.

The reality of caring for vulnerable people in Saskatchewan

Last week on the show we talked about the decline in long-term care beds despite the province's rapidly growing senior population. It generated a lot of listener interaction, including a call from the next guest. After struggling to find care for her own mother and raising a son with significant disabilities, Joanne Brooks, Founder & Lead Care Specialist, Bee Home Companion Care, turned her lived experience into a business dedicated to helping vulnerable people remain independent in their own homes. She joins Tamara for this discussion.

China's missile test: Should Canada be worried?

George Takach, author of Inspired by Taiwan and Cold War 2.0, joins Tamara to discuss China's recent ballistic missile test launch, including what it means in the context of Canada's sub deal and NATO's push for 5% defence spending by 2035.

Open lines with Tamara: Calls, questions and conversations

Open phones - Tamara goes to the phones to chat with listeners about what's on their minds today. Call 1-877-332-8255.