🚨 ABSTRACT DEADLINE EXTENDED! 🚨
If you're interested in sharing your research during this summer's Cancer Prevention Research Conference, there is still time! 𝗔𝗯𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗯𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗹 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝟮𝟬𝘁𝗵.
🔗 Submit abstracts here: amercancer.co/2026CancerPr...
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25 years ago, our scientists helped prove the link between HPV and cervical cancer, laying the groundwork for the HPV vaccine.
Today, we’re supporting global efforts to prevent cervical cancer through HPV vaccination in countries where the burden is highest.
Learn more: cruk.ink/3Pf5Srm
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Two of our researchers will help tackle one of cancer’s toughest challenges.
They are part of team ATLAS, who have been selected to receive a @cancergrand.bsky.social @cancerresearchuk.org award of $25m ➡️ buff.ly/dcJb8Kb
#CancerGrandChallenges
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Today, Cancer Grand Challenges awarded a record-equalling total of up to £100m to five research teams with the vision and expertise to push the frontiers of cancer research further than ever before.
Meet the teams: cruk.ink/4rKCvvr
Our new initiative with @collegeofsurgeons.bsky.social hopes to improve treatment options for people with rectal cancer while reducing the need for surgery. The initiative aims to deliver more personalised care, reduce unnecessary operations, and improve people's quality of life.
I’ve really been enjoying this podcast since it started a few months ago: The Rest is Science. tiny.cc/restsci
Professor Hannah Fry and VSauce's Michael Stevens are amazing at #sciencecommunication Highly recommend! Even better: partners with a good cause @cancerresearchuk.org
Thanks for your support, Natasha!
Thanks so much for your support, Tan!
Philanthropic support is already accelerating progress – from discovery science, to trials that are bringing hope to people affected by cancer. We’re now over halfway through our sector-leading campaign, but there’s more to do to achieve our goal of beating cancer together. Read more below.
Thanks so much for your support!
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February is Oesophageal Cancer Awareness Month – here are the most common symptoms of oesophageal cancer 👇
It's unlikely to be cancer, but if you notice changes that are unusual for you or won’t go away, get them checked by your doctor.
Share this post to help us raise awareness 🔃
Last year we set out 4 key actions that the next Scottish & Welsh govts can take to help improve cancer outcomes and save lives.
Ahead of the Scottish Parliament and Senedd elections, we're launching our campaign calling on political parties to make them a turning point for cancer.
bit.ly/4s834un
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Science is moving faster than ever, and philanthropic support is helping us rise to the challenge.
We’re breaking down the amazing successes of our More Research, Less Cancer campaign so far – and refocusing on our goals for the next two years. Read more: cruk.ink/3MEFGpq
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Last week the Government published its National Cancer Plan for England.
In 2025 #OneCancerVoice came together to outline six essential tests it needed to meet. We welcome the new plan and are committed to working together to ensure it delivers for people affected by cancer.
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After years of campaigning, we’re pleased the government has today launched its National Cancer Plan for England.
We need the government to follow through on these promises to make sure that it can meet its ambition to save more lives from cancer.
Learn more about the Plan : cruk.ink/4awC9Cw
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In the UK, nearly 1 in 2 people will get cancer in their lifetime. Today is World Cancer Day – a global day to raise awareness of cancer, and take action against it 🌍
Share this post to help us raise awareness.
#WorldCancerDay #WCD2026
Could AI actually help us beat cancer? 🔎
Lara Lewington joins us on the latest episode of #ThatCancerConversation to deep dive into the connections between AI and our health 🎙️
Stream on all platforms or search 'That Cancer Conversation' 🔎
Join us for cutting-edge science and networking with the global cancer prevention community at this year's Cancer Prevention Research Conference.
Early bird registration closes Friday 6 February – register now to secure your place at the discounted rate 👇
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We’re pleased that abiraterone can now be offered to thousands more men affected by prostate cancer. Read more about this decision and what it means: cruk.ink/3LzxTbS
From campaigning on the Tobacco & Vapes Bill, helping shape England’s National Cancer Plan & launching cancer manifestos ahead of the Scottish & Welsh elections, it's been an important year for cancer research policy. Read more about our achievements 👇 news.cancerresearchuk.org/2025/12/19/f...
Great to see Professor Akram on STV last night joining our call for the rollout of a targeted lung cancer screening programme in Scotland to diagnose the disease earlier and improve survival. Currently, 68% of cases in Scotland are diagnosed at a late stage.
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Big news for a #SmokefreeUK! @senedd.wales has voted for the Tobacco & Vapes Bill, which aims to help end cancers caused by smoking and create the first smokefree generation. We now want to see the Bill passed in @houseoflords.parliament.uk and implemented across all four nations.
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We need your input ahead of the 2027 Northern Ireland Assembly Election.
Take part in our short survey and share your views on cancer care in Northern Ireland. Your feedback will help inform our manifesto recommendations for the next Assembly term.
Take the survey: bit.ly/3KhQ993
Tonight’s first episode features Professor Sarah Blagden at the University of Oxford, who’s attempting to stop cancer before it even starts. Can she bring together recent breakthroughs to create a world first vaccine?
Stream or watch tonight at 9pm on Channel 4 📺💻
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We’re thrilled to partner with Channel 4 on ‘Cancer Detectives: Finding the Cures’ - a new series which is shining a light on three trailblazing scientists taking on cancer, and explores how their work is changing patients’ lives right now. 👇 1/2
The Men's Health Strategy is an important step towards tackling key issues for men’s health in England. We support action to address health inequalities men can face, and believe the upcoming National Cancer Plan for England is an opportunity to improve cancer services for everyone. cruk.ink/48kSGbA
This is a huge step forward - by supporting the LungVax clinical trial, we will put the vaccine through the most rigorous scientific tests and take that important first step towards a world where people live longer, better lives, free from the fear of lung cancer.
🚨 Just announced: your new favourite podcast!
We’re so excited to be partnering with Goalhanger, Europe’s largest independent podcast producer, to bring you The Rest Is Science: a brand-new podcast hosted by Professor Hannah Fry and Michael Stevens 👇
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25 years ago, our scientists helped lay the groundwork for the HPV vaccine. Today, the world unites for the first official World Cervical Cancer Elimination Day. Together, we can achieve a world where almost nobody develops cervical cancer.
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Big news! 🚨 People at high risk of lung cancer will soon be able to receive the first ever experimental vaccine designed to prevent the disease, in a world-first clinical trial. Read more: cruk.ink/4r4KXG2
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