Thanks to @mariecgoldman.bsky.social & @jimdickson.bsky.social for co-chairing the all important APPG on Dietary Health. @wcrf.org had the pleasure of attending the Group's inaugural meeting on Wednesday to discuss the obesity-cancer link. Special thanks to @oha-updates.bsky.social for convening!

Big news! We’re proud to be one of 89 charities awarded a share of @nihr.bsky.social's £37m investment, supporting 800+ early-career researchers across the UK. 🧪 This funding will nurture the next generation of researchers to deliver better prevention, treatment and care for patients. 🧬

Good advice from the @wcrf.org! ‼️ Do not use supplements for cancer prevention www.wcrf.org/research-pol...

Alcohol is linked to at least 7 types of cancer, yet only 1% of alcohol products in the UK reviewed by @aha-uk.bsky.social and @alcoholfocus.bsky.social carry cancer warnings. Their new report highlights the need for mandatory health information on alcohol labels. 🔗 ahauk.org/resource/a-c...

🌟We are delighted that @wcrf.org is now PIF TICK certified. The PIF TICK is the only independently assessed trust mark for health information. Looking for trusted health information? Search by health topic in our PIF TICK Directory here: piftick.org.uk/health-topics/ #HealthInformation #PIFTick

Great to meet @sharonhodgsonmp.bsky.social at the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Dietary Health Drop-In! We discussed the link between obesity and cancer, and the importance of commitments in the 10 Year Health Plan to improve our food environment. 🍎 Organised by @oha-updates.bsky.social.

#WHA79 isn’t just about formal sessions — it’s about strengthening collaboration. 🤝 Good to connect with colleagues from across our network this week, including @sightsavers.bsky.social, @malarianomoreuk.bsky.social and @wcrf.org.

Alcohol is a Group 1 carcinogen linked to 7 cancers - yet just 7% of the British public are aware of this fact. @sadikal-hassanmp.bsky.social's op-ed in @thehousemag.bsky.social highlights this low awareness and why the UK Govt’s commitment to introduce mandatory labels on alcohol is so vital.

Last month, you ran for something bigger 💙 Thank you for supporting us at the @londonmarathon.bsky.social But remember, you don’t need to run 26.2 miles to make a difference... Join us: www.wcrf.org/about-us/new...

A new review paper published in Nature Reviews suggests that people who live to be 100 or more (known as centenarians) have, in some ways, immune profiles that resemble the characteristics of those of much younger adults. Find out more: www.wcrf.org/about-us/new...

Night owl or morning lark? It might matter more than you think. New WCRF-funded research links an evening chronotype to a higher risk of breast and ovarian cancer, compared with morning types. The likely culprit isn't how much you sleep – it's circadian misalignment. More here ➡️ bit.ly/3OQZkj4

The Tobacco and Vapes Bill is now law in the UK, a pivotal moment for public health 🎉 While tobacco is not a cancer risk factor that we focus on at World Cancer Research Fund, we fully recognise the devastating burden of cancer it causes. The Act aims to protect future generations. bit.ly/4cSnO3r

More than half of cancer patients in England have a history of obesity, but only 1 in 4 are living with obesity at treatment start. New research shows single BMI measures may miss lifetime exposure, with implications for treatment decisions and personalised care. Keep reading: bit.ly/4tBA53q

Men with a larger body size in adulthood were up to 16% more likely to develop bladder cancer than those with a smaller body size, with no similar link found in women. One of the largest studies of its kind, funded by our partner Wereld Kanker Research Fund. bit.ly/3QASTkt

We support Recipe for Change’s people-powered call for access to healthy, affordable food, which is essential for cancer prevention. The UK food system puts corporate profits over public health and healthy food costs more than twice as much per calorie as less healthy options. This has to change.

Thank you to catsmithmp.bsky.social for meeting with us today. We discussed the need for a cancer warning on forthcoming alcohol labels in the UK given that public awareness of alcohol as a carcinogen is worryingly low. Health warnings will help ensure consumers can make an informed choice.

Great blog from @ias.org.uk setting out that public awareness of alcohol as a carcinogen increases support for the most effective policies, including pricing and availability policies. This is one of the reasons @wcrf.org is calling for a cancer warning on forthcoming alcohol labels in the UK.

WCRF looks forward to responding to the UK Gov's new consultation on School Food Standards. Ensuring that all children have access to healthy, affordable food will help tackle childhood obesity and support families to build lifelong healthy habits - essential for cancer prevention. bit.ly/4stn36s

The 5th European Code Against Cancer is out in @thelancet.com Regional Health Europe: 14 evidence-based actions to cut cancer risk, plus policy recommendations for healthier environments. Congrats to those involved including @drgiotamitrou.bsky.social & Prof Elio Riboli 👏 Read more: bit.ly/4mmyb3M

The UK Gov's consultation on applying the 2018 Nutrient Profile Model to junk food marketing restrictions + promotions is live! We fully support Prevention Minister @sharonhodgsonmp.bsky.social and her team in pursuing this vital update to food policy that will help tackle obesity & prevent cancer.

Thank you @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social for meeting WCRF yesterday. It was great to discuss the positive actions taking place to improve cancer prevention and survivorship, including his Rare Cancers Act and the National Cancer Plan. Together we will be focusing on swift and robust implementation.

@ias.org.uk's new film exposes the egregious actions of Big Alcohol in the Global South. Featuring experts and advocates from South Africa, the Philippines, Colombia and beyond, the film shows how global alcohol companies shape markets, politics, and public health across the developing world.

@nestauk.bsky.social's analysis shows the UK’s junk food marketing restrictions risk being ineffective after being watered down by a sweeping brand exemption. This adds urgency to our calls for the UK Gov to strengthen the policy by removing the brand exemption and bringing more products in scope.

We are delighted that @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social ky.social's Rare Cancers Bill has received Royal Assent! The Rare Cancers Act will support increased research and investment into rare cancers, which have long been underfunded. Congratulations to everyone involved who helped make this possible!

This World Obesity Day, Chloe, Senior Policy Research Manager @wcrf.org, explores what policy actions can be taken to foster healthier environments in and around schools to better protect children's health 🍎🚸 As always, there are valuable international examples to learn from! bit.ly/46Da9Lc

Really excited to see this study by @oxpop.bsky.social published. Using pooled data from more than 1.8m people across 3 continents, the research revealed that vegetarian diets show a lower risk of 5 cancers, including breast, prostate and pancreatic. www.wcrf.org/about-us/new...

Can a vegetarian diet lower your risk of cancer? 🍽️ The largest ever study of non-meat diets and cancer risk compared the risk of 17 different cancers across five diet groups, using data from more than 1.8 million people across three continents. 📊 Learn more ➡️ buff.ly/9iQvKfu

Very happy to join this call for a Good Food Bill. Access for all to healthy food should be a given

Really glad to be a co-signatory on this and important that the impact of alcohol on health continues to be emphasised

New EU study finds that knowing alcohol causes cancer is linked to greater support for pricing, availability & point-of-sale restrictions - the very policies that usually face the lowest backing. Correcting the “wine is good for your heart” myth matters too. academic.oup.com/eurpub/advan...

📢 After alcohol-specific deaths reached record highs in Northern Ireland, the AHA sent a joint letter to the First and Dept First Minister calling for urgent action to save lives. We call for minimum unit pricing, alongside mandatory labelling, increased alcohol duty and better treatment access.

📈New data shows that alcohol-specific deaths have risen again in Northern Ireland, to the higest on record. With an 81% rise in deaths exclusively caused by alcohol in the last decade, we urge the goverment to join Scotland and Wales in introducing Minimum Unit Pricing to help save lives.

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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.