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Massive study closes in on cancers risk markers»
Cancer research has taken a huge leap forward with scientists now able to identify more than 80 genetic markers found to increase the risk of breast, ovarian and prostate cancer. The COGS international research initiative is believed to be the largest of its kind.
Improving healthcare for young cancer survivors» europa.eu
Publications, documents & newsletters Information & Communication Technologies Regional dimension of innovation Social sciences and humanities Countries involved in the project described in [...]Improving healthcare for young cancer survivors»
Dr Hjorth, a paediatric oncologist is researching the hitherto incompletely understood area of childhood and adolescent cancer survivors and the complications they can face in later life as a result of their cancers and the treatments they have received.Massive study closes in on cancers risk markers» europa.eu
Cancer research has taken a huge leap forward with scientists now able to identify more than 80 genetic markers found to increase the risk of breast, ovarian and prostate cancer. The COGS internation[...]SMEs a presence in the medical world in developing cancer treatment»
With research predominately conducted in large pharmaceutical research organisations, it is rather significant to hear of small medium enterprises (SMEs) developing their own innovative treatment for cancer.
2013 is the beginning of a dramatic shift in women’s health»
Millions of girls in the world’s poorest countries to be immunised against the human papilloma virus (HPV) thanks to GAVI negotiating low price for vaccine
European gene therapy research may restore essential human senses» europa.eu
A world without hearing, sight or smell; without music, the light of the day or the scent of a delicious meal. This is the reality for those who suffer from congenital cilia diseases, a condition ste[...]Genetics, age and ethnicity are risk factors in prostate cancer, say experts» uroweb.org
Genetics, age and ethnicity are risk factors for prostate cancer, while the evidence for obesity, smoking and diabetes as associated risks remains uncertain, according to prostate cancer experts.[...]Research Headlines - Sweetening the bitter pill of cancer treatment» europa.eu
Despite a massive research effort, cancer is still a major killer in Europe. European researchers are working on a sugar-based drug-delivery system which they believe will boost the potency of anti-c[...]
Periodic Report Summary - CANCERALIA (Development of novel diagnostic and therapeutic approaches to improve patient outcome in lung and pancreatic tumours)»
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FUNDACION CENTRO NACIONAL DE INVESTIGACIONES ONCOLOGICAS CARLOS III Project context and objectives: Lung and pancreatic cancer represent major public health challenges in Europe and the western world[...]Scientist from EU-supported institute makes important cancer gene discovery » europa.eu
A young scientist from a Czech research institute established in 2011 with European Union funding with the aim of becoming a leading European centre of science has made an important genetic discovery[...]Cancer: New Partnership between IARC and CRI» uicc.org
To Spur Cancer Research in Thailand and across South-East Asia Lyon, France, 19 April 2013 - The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) and the Chulabhorn Research Institute, Thailand, la[...]Conference for the European Week Against Cancer (29-30.05.13) Dublin» eurocare.org
The Irish Cancer Society in partnership with the Association of European Cancer Leagues two day conference will bring together the best international evidence and public policies that can reduce the [...]Report on Global Roundtable Series on Prostate Cancer now available» uicc.org
Hosted at MD Anderson Cancer Center on 4 April 2013 On 4 April 2013, the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center (MDACC) and the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC), organised a globa[...]Join Eurocare at the European launch of Alcohol and Cancer report on 24th April» eurocare.org
The Royal College of Physicians, the Alcohol Health Alliance UK, European Public Health Alliance and Eurocare are holding an evening reception on 24th April in the European Parliament[...]European Partnership for Action Against Cancer launched the 'I’m a Fan of Life' campaign on Facebook»
The online campaign will consist of 11 fun games on cancer prevention, helping those who play learn how to protect themselves from cancer and live a healthy lifestyle, and provide fantastic prizes as motivation. The Campaign promotes the 11 simple recommendations from the European Code Against Cancer that are aimed at supporting people in adopting a healthier lifestyle and implementing preventive measures for early cancer detection
Success Stories - European researchers make advances in HIV and cancer detection » europa.eu
A multidisciplinary EU-funded research team has successfully tested a pioneering HIV-detection technique that is ten times more sensitive than any identification method used to date. The new methodol[...]Targeted cancer treatment shows real promise» europa.eu
An EU-funded research project is working to overcome current chemotherapy-related challenges, developing a new method which directs drug delivery exclusively to tumours, increasing effectiveness whil[...]Increase in alcohol-related cancers despite well-established link» eurocare.org
A new report from the Alcohol Health Alliance UK (AHA) has found that hospital admissions for alcohol-related cancer in England have jumped 28% in just eight years.[...]UN Commision of Narcotic Drugs: Pain relief on the agenda» uicc.org
Access to opioids for the treatment of cancer pain under the spotlight at the UN Commision of Narcotic Drugs. The UN's Commission on Narcotic Drugs held its annual session in Vienna from 11-15 March.[...]2014 World Cancer Congress: Call for Session Proposals - Now Open» uicc.org
Call for Session Proposals - Now Open UICC is looking forward to receiving your session proposal for the 2014 World Cancer Congress, to be held in Melbourne, Australia, on 3-6 December 2014. The dead[...]Examining the effects of breast cancer radiotherapy» europa.eu
Breast cancer is the most frequent cancer in women worldwide. The highest rate is in North America, with Europe close behind. Most women diagnosed with breast cancer receive radiation to help prevent[...]Novel treatment for bone marrow cancer» europa.eu
Multiple myeloma is a form of cancer in which the plasma cells in the bone marrow grow out of control, causing damage to bones as well as predisposing patients to anaemia, infection and kidney failur[...]Using the Law effectively for Cancer Control in Europe» uicc.org
Oslo 6-7 March 2013 The McCabe Centre for Law and Cancer and the Norwegian Cancer Society (NCS), are bringing together professionals from around Europe for a workshop to discuss the effective use of [...]Best Cancer Reporter Award» uicc.org
Call for nominations The European School of Oncology (ESO) is seeking nominations for its annual Best Cancer Reporter Award which honors excellence in cancer journalism. The Award is presented each y[...]Research Headlines - European nano-warriors tackle a big killer ... cancer » europa.eu
European researchers are waging war on cancer, a major medical and societal challenge today. Thanks to progress in nanotechnology and strong leadership by Trinity College Dublin, teams from diverse s[...]European Week Against Cancer (EWAC) Youth Competition 2013»
Young people aged between 10 and 18 years are encouraged to submit a clear and creative poster communicating what young people in other countries can do now to prevent getting cancer later in life- closing date 19 April
Presentations now available: Experts Workshop - Cancer Policy Support» europa.eu
Held in Ispra on 21-22.02.13[...]Regulatory and procedural guideline: Standard acute-myeloid-leukaemia paediatric investigation plan, draft: consultation open» europa.eu
The standard PIP for acute myeloid leukaemia (AML) was prepared by the Paediatric Committee with external experts in the Paediatric oncology task force of the EMA. The aim is to highlight the persist[...]Public consultation opens on standard paediatric investigation plans for two types of cancer in children » europa.eu
The European Medicines Agency has opened a public consultation on two standard paediatric investigation plans (PIPs) for two specific types of cancer with unmet medical needs in children, acute myelo[...]Alcohol said to have big role in cancer (14.2.13)» eurocare.org
Even moderate alcohol use may substantially raise the risk of dying from cancer, according to a study released Thursday offering the first comprehensive update of alcohol-related cancer deaths in dec[...]
Joint WHO-IARC Statement in response to the recent Lancet report 'IARC in the dock over ties with asbestos industries'»
IARC: International Agency for Research on Cancer; WHO: World Health Organization
In the fight against Tobacco, Cancer & Heart Disease, the new Tobacco Directive is a battle that cannot be lost» epha.org
Brussels, 19 February - Today the chairs of two prominent health groups in the European Parliament (EP) have renewed their support for a strong Directive on Tobacco Products. Representing the largest[...]Now available: Concept document - Experts Workshop on the proposal of an EU accreditation scheme for breast cancer services/European breast cancer guidelines» europa.eu
Organised by the JRC-IHCP Cancer Policy Support Group[...]Getting to cancer faster» europa.eu
Cancer causes around 13 % of all deaths in the world and thus represents a huge problem in public health. Every family in Europe is touched in some ways by this devastating disease. The problem is, t[...]European Partnership for Action Against Cancer: meeting report on psychosocial oncology action»
The meeting (8-9 November 2012) discussed the development of a training programme on communication skills and psychosocial care for European countries with low resources in this area.
Internatioanl Agency for Research on Cancer: International Childhood Cancer Day 2013»
IARC supports the campaign to raise worldwide public awareness of childhood cancer by observing International Childhood Cancer Day on 15 February
Countries’ capacity to address cancer »
The WHO European Region leads the world in plans, policies and strategies to address cancer. A WHO report shows that over 90% of European countries have developed such plans
EU project: Pinpointing cancer's origins»
EU-funded CancerPathways project explores the origins of cancer, as ultimately understanding how cancer begins and grows is fundamental to one day preventing the disease
EU Commissioner Tonio Borg, personally speaking on International Childhood Cancer Day»
Tonio Borg: 'on Childhood Cancer Day, I wish to pay tribute to all those children who suffer from this terrible disease and their parents, from here in Athens where I am on an official visit'