The 2026 edition of the #EuropeanWeekAgainstCancer is just around the corner! Are you ready to make an impact? The #EWAC2026 toolkit is now available online ➡️ europeanweekagainstcancer.eu

🎗️ This #WorldCancerDay, we pause to remember that an estimated 1.3 million lives were lost to cancer in the European Union in 2022 alone. The new #EuropeanCodeAgainstCancer gives people and policymakers the tools to act on #CancerPrevention.

European Code Against Cancer | 14 ways to prevent cancer

Discover the European Code Against Cancer with 14 evidence-based recommendations to help you prevent cancer and lower your cancer risk.

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🚨 Did you know survival rates of childhood cancer can differ by up to 20% across Europe, because access to life-saving treatments isn’t equal? ⬇️ Watch MEP Romana Jerković (@socialistsanddemocrats.eu), Chair of MEPs Against Cancer, call for stronger action against childhood cancer. #GoldSeptember

Every 15 minutes in Europe, a family hears the devastating news that their child has cancer. As we wrap up #ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth, MEP Loucas Fourlas, Vice-Chair of MEPs Against Cancer, calls for stronger action against this disease. #GoldSeptember @eppgroup.bsky.social

Each year, over 6.000 children and adolescents in Europe die from childhood cancer. That’s the equivalent of 200 school buses 🥀 September is #ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth. Learn how you can get involved: siope.eu/shinegold #ShineGold #CancerResearch

𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐱 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐫 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 #AppendixCancer is on the rise and, unfortunately, often misunderstood. Misconceptions can lead to delayed diagnoses, incorrect treatment, and missed warning signs. ➡️ digestivecancers.eu/what-is-appe... @mepsagainstcancer.bsky.social @obshealth.bsky.social

We're thrilled to welcome @nicogcasares.bsky.social to the MEPs Against Cancer group! Together, we are committed to stopping cancer before it starts 🚫, improving access to better treatments 💊 and empowering life beyond cancer 🎗️ Learn more: www.mepsagainstcancer.eu #EUCancerPlan

🌍🎗️ The European Week Against Cancer is here! Cancer causes 1 in 4 deaths in the European Union. The good news? Over 40% of all cancer cases can be prevented! Together, we stand united for a Europe free of cancer. 👉 Join #EWAC2025: www.cancer.eu/ewac

Celebrating 20 years of MEPs Against Cancer! 🎉 For two decades, our MEPs have led the charge in shaping Europe’s fight against cancer. Today, we are joined by the cancer community to mark this milestone in the European Parliament. 👉 Read more: shorturl.at/75FNN

What is the link between #PFAS and cancer? 🧪 Yesterday, MEPs Against Cancer and ECL hosted a webinar on the latest science on these #ForeverChemicals & the urgent need to protect people's health. Thanks to MEP @tillymetz.bsky.social for hosting the debate! 📺 Catch the recording: shorturl.at/DdDd8

We're going live soon! 🎙️ Join us as we unpack the link between PFAS (also known as #ForeverChemicals) and cancer in a webinar hosted by our Vice-Chair, MEP @tillymetz.bsky.social. Tune in and listen to our expert panelists 👇

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What's the link between PFAS (also known as #ForeverChemicals) and cancer? 🧪 Join our webinar to explore the science - and why there is an urgent need for policy action to protect people's health. 📅 20 May 2025, 10:30 – 12:00 CEST 👉 shorturl.at/Tis49

The European Week Against Cancer is just a few weeks away! 🌍🎗️ Cancer touches us all – but together, we can make a difference. Join #EWAC2025 to raise awareness, inspire action, and stand with millions across Europe. Get involved today 👉 www.cancer.eu/ewac

What's the link between PFAS (also known as #ForeverChemicals) and cancer? 🧪 Join our webinar to explore the science - and why there is an urgent need for policy action to protect people's health. 📅 20 May 2025, 10:30 – 12:00 CEST 👉 shorturl.at/Tis49

Many cancer survivors want to #ReturnToWork. But finding a way back into the workplace is not always straightforward. Ahead of #InternationalWorkersDay, MEPs Against Cancer hosted a special webinar on supporting cancer patients and survivors in the workplace. 📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pm4C...

[MEPs Against Cancer] Supporting cancer patients and survivors in the workplace

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Did you know cancer survivors are 1.4 times more likely to face unemployment? Join our special webinar with @mepsagainstcancer.bsky.social on supporting cancer patients and survivors #ReturnToWork. 📅 30 April, 10:00 - 11:30 CEST 👉 shorturl.at/ZKwBM

We're thrilled to welcome @perclausen.bsky.social to the MEPs Against Cancer group! Together, we are committed to stopping cancer before it starts 🚫, improving access to better treatments 💊 and empowering life beyond cancer 🎗️ Learn more: www.mepsagainstcancer.eu #EUCancerPlan

Many cancer survivors want to #ReturnToWork. But finding a way back into the workplace is not always straightforward. Join us for a special #InternationalWorkersDay webinar on supporting cancer patients and survivors in the workplace. 📅 30 April, 10:00 - 11:30 CEST 👉 shorturl.at/ZKwBM

This #WorldHealthDay 🌍 is an important reminder that cancer touches millions of lives – but together, we can make a difference. Here's how: ✅ Stopping cancer before it starts ✅ Improving access to better treatments ✅ Empowering life beyond cancer Let’s build a healthier Europe without cancer 💙🎗️

We are thrilled to welcome @cschaldemose.bsky.social to the MEPs Against Cancer group! Together, we are committed to stopping cancer before it starts 🚫, improving access to better treatments 🏥 and empowering life beyond cancer 🎗️ 🔗 Learn more: www.mepsagainstcancer.eu

Ever wondered what action you can take to reduce your risk of cancer? The #BUMPER project just released 5️⃣ new factsheets packed with essential cancer prevention tips - available in 24 languages! 💡 🔗 Learn more: bumper.cancer.eu/bumper-proje... #CancerCode #EuropeanCodeAgainstCancer

March 4th is #HPVAwarenessDay! Did you know #HPV causes 9 out of 10 #CervicalCancer cases? You can take action to tackle this virus. Get informed ✅ Get vaccinated 💉 Get screened 🏥 Learn more about HPV on askabouthpv.org #OneLessWorry

We are excited to welcome @spietikainen.bsky.social to the MEPs Against Cancer group! Together, let’s continue the @europarl.europa.eu's legacy to #BeatingCancer 🎗️ ➡️ Learn more about our work: cancer.eu/mac-membersh...

How has cancer turned your world upside down? Join the Upside Down Challenge this #WorldCancerDay (4 February). Flip your perspective, share your story, and help make care as unique as the individuals it serves! www.worldcancerday.org/take-action/...

Upside down challenge

The upside-down challenge is a social media challenge to bring awareness

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#WorldCancerDay is a reminder to come together to take action against cancer. Share your story, support those affected, and advocate for people-centred care. Head to worldcancerday.org to find out how you can get involved on February 4! ⬇️

Official website of World Cancer Day by UICC | 4 February

An international awareness day led by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) to raise worldwide attention and inspire action for a cancer-free future.

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Hello, Bluesky! 👋 We are the MEPs Against Cancer (MAC) - the oldest and largest interest group in the European Parliament focused on #CancerPrevention and care. Together, we are continuing the fight against cancer. Learn more about our work at www.cancer.eu/mac-membersh...