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Follow UICC for news & resources on cancer prevention, treatment, and care. Join us in prioritising #cancercontrol and reducing the global #cancer burden.
@uiccofficial.bsky.socialAn estimated 25% of breast cancer cases are attributed to modifiable risk factors. It's important to understand what you can do to reduce your breast cancer risk.
Watch our video to learn more:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q705sV_ReLI&list=PL65oI8l0Ld1liZsv4k54CVbJ0LohPKULL&index=7
@uiccofficial.bsky.socialBreast cancer remains the most commonly diagnosed cancer among women & leading cause of cancer death among women globally. In 2024, an estimated 2.4 million women were diagnosed & 694,000 died from the disease: https://www.uicc.org/what-we-do/thematic-areas/breast-cancer/breast-cancer-resources
@uiccofficial.bsky.socialRhonda works on a special bus – a mobile mammography unit that travels to rural communities. Discover how this service is helping women across the United States seek screenings and hopefully detect breast cancer earlier.
@wileyhealth.bsky.socialReposted by @uiccofficial.bsky.social📰 #TrendingResearchTuesday: Drinking very hot beverages could triple a person’s risk of getting #cancer in their esophagus, reveals a large study published in the International Journal of Cancer: https://bit.ly/4AbLEC3
@cnn.com covers the findings: https://cnn.it/4r9makq
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@uiccofficial.bsky.socialFor the final day of the #WCC2026, participants will explore people-centred care, alongside sessions on achieving greater equity through technology and innovation, on influence and societal change, and more. Stay tuned as we share highlights.
#WCC2026 #WorldCancerCongress
@uiccofficial.bsky.socialUICC was delighted to host a flagship session to examine progress in implementing the @who Global Breast Cancer Initiative (GBCI) and showcase practical, collaborative, and data-driven approaches to help countries achieve the GBCI targets globally. #WCC2026
@uiccofficial.bsky.socialDAY 2 of #WorldCancerCongress! Today's programme covers precision oncology and early detection in lung cancer, cancer care in humanitarian settings, universal health coverage, how to tackle misinformation, & ensure more equitable cancer care.
#WCC2026 #WorldCancerCongress
@uiccofficial.bsky.socialUICC's flagship session on lung cancer called for greater action to address one of the world's leading causes of cancer death, while UICC and @larocheposay launched Mind the Gap, a new initiative to address disparities in supportive cancer care.
@uiccofficial.bsky.socialThe World Cancer Congress 2026 has officially begun!
Over 2000 delegates from 120+ countries are in Hong Kong for the #WCC2026.
Stay tuned for more from the #WCC2026 #WorldCancerCongress!
📷 Adrien Buttier
@uiccofficial.bsky.socialThank you to the Hong Kong Anti-Cancer Society, a UICC member & #WCC2026 host, for offering #WorldCancerCongress participants a guided tour of its facilities and for the interactive discussion with the society's leadership, team, and people affected by cancer.
@uiccofficial.bsky.socialParticipants from 27 countries came together to exchange lessons on financing, community engagement, implementation & health systems integration ahead of the #WCC2026, which kicks off tomorrow in Hong Kong!
@uiccofficial.bsky.socialWe look forward to welcoming the global cancer community to Hong Kong and celebrating the value of collaboration in advancing cancer control worldwide at the World Cancer Congress 2026!
Stay tuned as we get ready for the #WorldCancerCongress #WCC2026!
@uiccofficial.bsky.socialAhead of the #WorldCancerCongress in Hong Kong UICC was pleased to join the opening ceremony of the breast cancer exhibition at the Central Market, hosted by the Global Chinese Breast Cancer Organizations Alliance (GCBC), a UICC member. #WorldCancerCongress #WCC2026
@uiccofficial.bsky.socialWe’re proud to be bringing the World Cancer Congress 2026 to Hong Kong with our longstanding UICC member.
See you soon! 🌏🧡
@uiccofficial.bsky.socialIn just 1 week, the global cancer community will come together in Hong Kong for three days of learning, sharing, connecting, and shaping the future of cancer control.
📍See you in Hong Kong
🗓️ 24–26 September
#WorldCancerCongress #WCC2026
@medicinespatentpool.orgReposted by @uiccofficial.bsky.socialHow can innovation translate into more equitable access to cancer medicines?
Join MPP at #WCC2026:
🎤 From innovation to access: cancer medicines in LMICs 📅 24 Sept ⏰ 12:20-13:20 HKT 📍 S228
🔗 Learn more: bit.ly/4gMCaWf
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@uiccofficial.bsky.socialJoin us to explore how the voices of children, families & young adults can help shape practical, tailored & evidence-based guidance on nutrition and physical activity. 👉 Register to join: www.uicc.org/news-and-updates/events/virtual-dialogue-incorporating-voices-children/families/and-young-adults
@uiccofficial.bsky.socialJust one month to go until the #WorldCancerCongress in Hong Kong! Take a look at the archive footage and see how far we've come - it's a reminder that nearly a century of collaboration has driven progress in cancer control. #WCC2026
