New IARC framework for regional cancer prevention codes
New IARC framework for regional cancer prevention codes Methodology released for developing regional Codes within the World Code Against Cancer Framework Cancer prevention codes IARC published a methodological document to support regions and countries in developing localized “Cancer Codes” within the broader World Code Against Cancer Framework. These codes aim to provide practical, evidence-based, and […]
BMI increases breast cancer risk in post menopausal women
BMI increases breast cancer risk in post menopausal women Weight gain of 4.5 kg/m² linked to up to 31% higher cancer risk with cardiovascular disease. BMI breast cancer risk On 7 July 2025, IARC released data indicating that a 4.5 kg/m² increase in BMI was associated with a 13% higher breast cancer risk among post‑menopausal […]
EU Country Cancer Profiles 2025: Strategies in Europe
Climate action paired with Cancer Prevention Climate change mitigation and synergies with primary cancer prevention in Europe: time to implement opportunities Climate action for Cancer Prevention On 22 July 2025, IARC released a report highlighting the opportunities to align climate mitigation actions with primary cancer prevention in Europe. Based on the 4th Edition of the […]
EU Cancer Mission & Japan’s Cancer Centre team up at Osaka Expo
EU Cancer Mission & Japan’s Cancer Centre team up at Osaka Expo EU Cancer Mission and Japan’s National Cancer Centre join forces at Osaka Expo to tackle cancer together Osaka Expo 2025 On 16 July 2025, the EU Cancer Mission and Japan’s National Cancer Centre hosted a collaborative event at the EU Pavilion during Expo […]
Climate action paired with Cancer Prevention
Climate action paired with Cancer Prevention Climate change mitigation and synergies with primary cancer prevention in Europe: time to implement opportunities Climate action for Cancer Prevention On 22 July 2025, IARC released a report highlighting the opportunities to align climate mitigation actions with primary cancer prevention in Europe. Based on the 4th Edition of the […]
Plant based diets linked to reduced breast cancer risk
Plant based diets linked to reduced breast cancer risk Healthy plant based diets associated with 11% lower post menopausal breast cancer risk A new study by scientists from the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) and partner institutions examined the association between plant-based dietary patterns and breast cancer risk, using data from the European […]
Alcohol Labeling: WHO Europe’s Position on Health Transparency
Alcohol Labeling: WHO Europe’s Position on Health Transparency Video: WHO Europe Urges Cancer Warnings on Alcohol Labels On 3 July 2025, WHO/Europe proposed that all alcoholic beverages sold in the EU carry clear warnings about cancer risks. The recommendation is based on consolidated data linking alcohol consumption to several cancers, including liver, breast, and colorectal […]
IARC and Egypt: progress in Hepatitis C elimination and liver cancer prevention
IARC and Egypt celebrate progress in Hepatitis C elimination and liver cancer prevention Egypt achieves “gold tier” status in hepatitis C elimination Hepatitis C & Liver Cancer Prevention At a joint event in Cairo, IARC recognized Egypt’s exceptional progress in eliminating Hepatitis C, becoming the first country to achieve WHO’s “gold tier” status. This represents […]
Supporting Smoking Cessation as Part of Lung Cancer Screening – Hungary Leads with a New Protocol and Pilot
Supporting Smoking Cessation as Part of Lung Cancer Screening – Hungary Leads with a New Protocol and Pilot WP 8 As part of Work Package 8.5 of the EUCanScreen project, Hungary is collaborating in exploring how smoking cessation support can be effectively integrated into LDCT-based lung cancer screening. The National Korányi Institute of Pulmonology (NKIP) […]
Risk-Based Breast Cancer Screening: Insights from the EUCanScreen Delphi and Systematic Review
JULY 2025 Publications & Media Mentions Risk-Based Breast Cancer Screening: Insights from the EUCanScreen Delphi and Systematic Review WP9.5 has achieved its goals and is preparing 2 publications and has submitted 3 conference abstracts on the matter. Risk-based breast cancer screening (RBBCS) is an emerging approach aimed at tailoring screening strategies to individual risk profiles. […]
