Becky Trussell was a respected Calgary physician specializing in pediatric endocrinology for 25 years. She was also a wife, busy mother of two, avid researcher, budding photographer, and an extraordinary role model to many in the medical world. Then one day, cancer rocked her world.
Continue readingKarla Medkova: unexpected awakening
Karla Medkova never imagined that in the midst of a pandemic that shook the world, she would face a more ominous threat – breast cancer at age 34. But this young woman, who is not yet a year past diagnosis and has come through many months of gruelling treatment, isn’t shattered at all – she is impossibly whole.
Continue readingDear Cancer…
In January, we launched our “Dear Cancer” campaign. We gave our Wellspring Edmonton members the opportunity to speak directly to the disease that has significantly impacted their own lives and the lives of their loved ones. There isn’t a right or wrong way to talk about cancer. But it’s good to talk.
Continue readingBobbi Fridfinnson: in memory of my friend Anita Wright
Wellspring’s own Bobbi Fridfinnson shares a poignant memory of her cherished friend Anita, who inspired her to participate in the 2006 Cancervive tour to raise funds for Wellspring. Sadly, Bobbi lost her friend to cancer, but she holds special memories in her heart.
Continue readingSpeaker Series – February 2022
Our Speaker Series is free and open to the public. Each month we feature different speakers and topics.
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