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

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 📺YouTube www.youtube.com/watch?v=besm... 🎧Spotify shorturl.at/NesAH @wcrf.org @nmnteatwell.bsky.social @hmriaustralia.bsky.social

Our response to the UK Government's publication of the updated Nutrient Profile Model www.wcrf.org/about-us/new...

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 www.wcrf.org/research-pol...

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 [email protected] Please share — it's a really great job. 💙🌍

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. ahauk.org/wp-content/u...

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Excellent report on Minimum Unit Pricing! 👏

Reflections from the recent World Cancer Leaders' Summit from @drgiotamitrou.bsky.social – positive action and exciting partnerships beckon www.linkedin.com/pulse/reflec...

Excited for the opportunity to study how fructose-rich diets promote #pancreaticCancer risk

How does our diet influence breast cancer progress & why is fundamental research important? We discussed this topic and showcased mass spectrometry imaging to a broad audience on the Day of Science! Many thanks to everyone who was involved! @wcrf.org @fwovlaanderen.bsky.social @vib-ccb.bsky.social

Obesity and alcohol are two key risk factors for cancer, which is why we were delighted to see the Chancellor expand the soft drinks levy and increase alcohol duty in today’s Budget. The forthcoming National Cancer Plan must build on these welcome steps by placing prevention at its heart.

Thank you to Sam Rushworth MP for meeting with @wcrf.org to discuss cancer prevention - a timely discussion given today's publication of the Men's Health Strategy! We also explored how the UK govt's welcome commitment to mandatory alcohol labels can raise awareness of the alcohol-cancer link.

Today’s Men’s Health Strategy recognises cancer as a significant health issue for men. We’re pleased to see new commitments on community health & prostate cancer testing, but stronger action is needed on cancer risk factors like alcohol. #CancerPrevention news.sky.com/story/mens-h...

Honored to be part of the highly cited researchers. This is a big recognition for my team and our research. Together we continue to work towards a future where cancer is less deadly! @fwovlaanderen.bsky.social @wcrf.org

£5m funding 19 cancer research projects across 9 countries, inc. 🦗 Cricket powder preventing bowel cancer 🧠 Online therapy for brain tumour patients ♳ Microplastics & cancer risk 🇲🇼🇧🇫 Evidence gaps filled in Burkina Faso & Malawi 🍔UPFs in childhood & future cancer risk www.wcrf.org/about-us/new...

Great to see Prime Minister Keir Starmer reaffirm the government’s commitment to improving children’s access to healthy food earlier this week on Lorraine. While there’s no new policy announcement, it’s encouraging to see child health remains high on the government’s agenda!

We really welcome this new report from @ias.org.uk It's great to see that the report supports measures to address affordability, availability and marketing of alcohol – such as minimum unit pricing and mandatory alcohol labels. www.ias.org.uk/news/new-exp...

Excellent insights – still work to do to embed prevention into the heart of health policy and the public consciousness

You wouldn't put on a play without a rehearsal. So why would you embark on a big research study without running a pilot? We look at the benefits of research pilots and feasibility studies: www.wcrf.org/about-us/new...

👉 With Lancet's refined definition of #obesity, we found clinical obesity (excess fat + organ dysfunction) linked to a 56% higher #mortality vs. no obesity. 👉 #BMI alone misses key risks. @michaeljstein.bsky.social @uniregensburg.bsky.social 🙏 @wcrf.org 👉 10.1001/jamainternmed.2025.4978

🚨Find out what killer tactics the tobacco, alcohol and unhealthy food and drink industries have used to undermine public health policies since the Labour government has been in power. 📰Read our new report with @ashorguk.bsky.social and @oha-updates.bsky.social here: ahauk.org/resource/kil...

As #ECAC5 launches, our Exec. Director of Policy and Research @drgiotamitrou.bsky.social has written this thought-provoking piece: "The smart investment to make: why cancer prevention must be the priority" www.linkedin.com/pulse/smart-...

Introducing the CANDO programme, our ambitious new programme with @unisouthampton.bsky.social looking at how body composition and nutrition affect women with breast cancer. The aim is to help personalise treatments and make them more effective 👇 youtu.be/zSoaTHfuCjA

Our researchers have received over £1m from World Cancer Research Fund to improve breast cancer treatment. They aim to measure body composition of patients to help personalise treatments and make them more effective. Read more 👉 https://tr.ee/QSqhRg @wcrf.org @uhsftresearch.bsky.social

1 in 12 breast cancer cases are linked to alcohol and it increases the risk of at least 7 types of cancer We need a National Alcohol Strategy in England inc. mandatory health warnings on alcohol and stricter marketing restrictions @breastcanceruk.bsky.social www.independent.co.uk/news/health/...

Our @imperialcollegeldn.bsky.social colleagues were gathered this week for @who.int IARC EPIC annual meeting to share and discover the wide range of #cancerresearch studies being carried out across this important cohort. @wcrf.org

We're at the 9th NHS Oncology Conference in Milton Keynes today if you want to swing by and say hello! Would be great to see you www.convenzis.co.uk/events/9th-n...

A diet rich in wholegrains, nuts, fruit and veg could prevent 15m deaths a year and cut cancer rates. Our Asst Dir Dr Helen Croker is quoted: "It's heartening that healthy diets can align with the most sustainable globally." Now we need policy action! ✊ www.independent.co.uk/news/health/...

Thank you to @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social for meeting @wcrf.org at #LabourConference to talk about our work on cancer prevention, particularly as it relates to alcohol. We were also pleased to discuss the Rare Cancers Bill, which aims to drive research & investment into treatments for rare cancers.

From today new laws in England will restrict promotion of products high in fat, sugar & salt – banning "buy one get one free" deals: major progress for health equity. With obesity linked to 13 types of cancer, the government needs to help make healthy foods affordable and accessible for all.

👋MR analyses (~40K Europeans) showed causal links between specific fat depots and #cancer 👉Liver fat ↑ liver cancer risk 👉Pancreas fat ↑ ovarian cancer risk 👉Abdominal subcutaneous adipose tissue ↑ endometrial ↑ liver, ↑ esophageal, ↑ovarian cancer @wcrf.org 👉 doi.org/10.1093/jnci...

Proud to be part of the #MakeHealthEqual campaign!

This research that we co-funded confirms body fat distribution is key to cancer risk. As @jpanina.bsky.social says: "While our Cancer Prevention Recommendations highlight the value of a healthy weight, mounting evidence shows body composition is also crucial" www.thebrighterside.news/post/not-all...

Great to be able to contribute to this @telegraphnews.bsky.social article about what to eat to reduce your cancer risk (without giving up meat) 🧵 (1/2) www.telegraph.co.uk/health-fitne...

🚨 We’re hiring! 🚨 @wcrf.org is looking for a Senior Policy Research Manager to lead global policy research on diet, physical activity & alcohol. ⏳ Apply by 5 Oct | £45–47k | Hybrid London 👉 www.wcrf.org/wp-content/u... #Hiring #Policy #PublicHealth #cancerprevention

We are proud to announce the appointment of Dr Anne Lee as our new Ambassador in Hong Kong. Dr Lee will bring a wealth of experience to the position of Hong Kong Ambassador, having had a long and prestigious career in both cancer treatment and research. www.wcrf.org/about-us/who...

Recent opinion piece in The Guardian highlights that in order to tackle rising levels of alcohol and diet-related diseases and ease pressure on the NHS, regulatory measures such as a minimum unit price for alcohol must be adopted. www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...

Our Regular Grant Programme 2025/2026 is now open! To find out more information, including what we fund and how to apply: www.wcrf.org/research-pol...

World Cancer Research Fund will be submitting a response and supporting a submission by @oha-updates.bsky.social 👇

Good news! The UK Government has today launched its consultation on banning the sale of high-caffeine energy drinks to under-16s - delivering on a key manifesto promise. @sustainweb.org has long campaigned for this step, which could prevent obesity in up to 40,000 children. bit.ly/4nbVgoP

Today we came together as #OneCancerVoice calling on the government to ensure that the National Cancer Plan delivers world leading action on cancer. Prevention will play a vital role in reducing the cancer burden and allow millions more to live healthier lives free from cancer.

Today the UK government published new voluntary guidelines on commercial baby food intended for children up to 36 months. They aim to reduce the levels of salt and sugar in these products and make labelling clearer to support parents. Responding to the announcement @drgiotamitrou.bsky.social said:

Later in August, WCRF International will be attending the International Congress of Nutrition (ICN). We will present the latest from CUP Global on how dietary and lifestyle patterns affect the risk of cancer and the policy implications of these reviews.