Thank you to catsmithmp.bsky.social for meeting with us today.
We discussed the need for a cancer warning on forthcoming alcohol labels in the UK given that public awareness of alcohol as a carcinogen is worryingly low.
Health warnings will help ensure consumers can make an informed choice.
Great blog from @ias.org.uk setting out that public awareness of alcohol as a carcinogen increases support for the most effective policies, including pricing and availability policies.
This is one of the reasons @wcrf.org is calling for a cancer warning on forthcoming alcohol labels in the UK.
WCRF looks forward to responding to the UK Gov's new consultation on School Food Standards. Ensuring that all children have access to healthy, affordable food will help tackle childhood obesity and support families to build lifelong healthy habits - essential for cancer prevention.
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The 5th European Code Against Cancer is out in @thelancet.com Regional Health Europe: 14 evidence-based actions to cut cancer risk, plus policy recommendations for healthier environments. Congrats to those involved including @drgiotamitrou.bsky.social & Prof Elio Riboli 👏 Read more:
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The UK Gov's consultation on applying the 2018 Nutrient Profile Model to junk food marketing restrictions + promotions is live!
We fully support Prevention Minister @sharonhodgsonmp.bsky.social and her team in pursuing this vital update to food policy that will help tackle obesity & prevent cancer.
Dr Scott Arthur MP sits at a table with staff from the World Cancer Research Fund
Thank you @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social for meeting WCRF yesterday.
It was great to discuss the positive actions taking place to improve cancer prevention and survivorship, including his Rare Cancers Act and the National Cancer Plan.
Together we will be focusing on swift and robust implementation.
@ias.org.uk's new film exposes the egregious actions of Big Alcohol in the Global South.
Featuring experts and advocates from South Africa, the Philippines, Colombia and beyond, the film shows how global alcohol companies shape markets, politics, and public health across the developing world.
@nestauk.bsky.social's analysis shows the UK’s junk food marketing restrictions risk being ineffective after being watered down by a sweeping brand exemption.
This adds urgency to our calls for the UK Gov to strengthen the policy by removing the brand exemption and bringing more products in scope.
We are delighted that @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social ky.social's Rare Cancers Bill has received Royal Assent!
The Rare Cancers Act will support increased research and investment into rare cancers, which have long been underfunded.
Congratulations to everyone involved who helped make this possible!
This World Obesity Day, Chloe, Senior Policy Research Manager @wcrf.org, explores what policy actions can be taken to foster healthier environments in and around schools to better protect children's health 🍎🚸
As always, there are valuable international examples to learn from!
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Really excited to see this study by @oxpop.bsky.social published.
Using pooled data from more than 1.8m people across 3 continents, the research revealed that vegetarian diets show a lower risk of 5 cancers, including breast, prostate and pancreatic.
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Navy blue background with a photo of Tim Key, Emeritus Professor of Epidemeiology at Oxford Population Health. Quote text reads: There are around 3 million vegetarians in the UK, with interest in vegetarianism growing in many parts of the world. Cancer is a leading cause of death worldwide, accounting for nearly one in six deaths. Dietary patterns that prioritise fruit, vegetables, and fibre-containing foods, and avoid processed meat, are recommended to reduce cancer risk. Our study helps to shed light on the benefits and risks associated with vegetarian diets.
Can a vegetarian diet lower your risk of cancer? 🍽️
The largest ever study of non-meat diets and cancer risk compared the risk of 17 different cancers across five diet groups, using data from more than 1.8 million people across three continents. 📊
Learn more ➡️ buff.ly/9iQvKfu
Very happy to join this call for a Good Food Bill. Access for all to healthy food should be a given
Really glad to be a co-signatory on this and important that the impact of alcohol on health continues to be emphasised
New EU study finds that knowing alcohol causes cancer is linked to greater support for pricing, availability & point-of-sale restrictions - the very policies that usually face the lowest backing.
Correcting the “wine is good for your heart” myth matters too.
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📢 After alcohol-specific deaths reached record highs in Northern Ireland, the AHA sent a joint letter to the First and Dept First Minister calling for urgent action to save lives.
We call for minimum unit pricing, alongside mandatory labelling, increased alcohol duty and better treatment access.
📈New data shows that alcohol-specific deaths have risen again in Northern Ireland, to the higest on record.
With an 81% rise in deaths exclusively caused by alcohol in the last decade, we urge the goverment to join Scotland and Wales in introducing Minimum Unit Pricing to help save lives.
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It's been over a month since the UK's junk food advertising restrictions came into force.
Many will know they aren't as robust as they should be - the sweeping brand exemption being a key weakness.
But why is advertising regulation so tricky?
I explore this in my latest blog 👩🏻💻 bit.ly/4a8a6Jw
Kendra Chow from World Cancer Research Fund International and Rosie Tasker from UICC at the WHO Executive Board in Geneva
It's been a busy week in Geneva at the @who.int Executive Board, where we've been working with @uiccofficial.bsky.social, meeting with Member State delegations and trying to keep cancer prevention and people-centred care at the top of the global health agenda
The National Cancer Plan for England is here and sets out welcome ambitions on survival, diagnosis and innovation.
Whilst the importance of prevention is recognised, stronger action to tackle risk factors like alcohol and breastfeeding is needed.
Read @wcrf.org's full response 🔗 bit.ly/49YvKzP
Today is #WorldCancerDay and we've been busy digesting the new National Cancer Plan for England.
Check out @wcrf.org's reaction www.wcrf.org/about-us/new...
For #WorldCancerDay Feb 4 we promote #nutrition awareness! Prof Tracy Burrows shares personal experience on boosting #nutrition during #cancertreatment! #UnitedByUnique
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Our response to the UK Government's publication of the updated Nutrient Profile Model
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Thank you to Peter Dowd MP for meeting with @wcrf.org today to discuss our work on cancer prevention and survivorship.
We value the opportunity to engage with Parliamentarians on how evidenced-based policies can address key risk factors for cancers, helping more people live cancer free.
We're thrilled to be offering at least 6 bursaries for researchers in low- and middle-income countries to attend the IARC@60 International Scientific Conference in May and present their research.
Find out more and how to apply
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We’re hiring! 🚀 @wcrf.org is recruiting a Head of Policy & Public Affairs (maternity cover) — a role I’ve loved for nearly 7 years.
📍London (hybrid, 2 days/week)
💷 £55–60k | 🕒 15-month contract
⏳ Closes 4 Jan 2026
Apply with CV + cover letter to hr@wcrf.org
Please share — it's a really great job. 💙🌍
The World Cancer Research Fund Policy and Public Affairs team
We're looking for a brilliant person to cover @kateot.bsky.social while she goes off on maternity leave.
It's a rare chance to work on crucial issues at a global level, leading an amazing, high-performing team.
Sounds like it might be up your street? Get in touch 👉 www.wcrf.org/about-us/wor...
89% of organisations support MUP in the UK, with only 8% opposed and 3% neutral or undecided, finds a new report by the AHA.
Analysing hundreds of consultation responses, media reports, academic articles and more, it shows support even among many alcohol industry groups.
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