🚨 ABSTRACT DEADLINE EXTENDED! 🚨 If you're interested in sharing your research during this summer's Cancer Prevention Research Conference, there is still time! 𝗔𝗯𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗯𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗹 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝟮𝟬𝘁𝗵. 🔗 Submit abstracts here: amercancer.co/2026CancerPr... #CanSky #OncoSky 🧪

25 years ago, our scientists helped prove the link between HPV and cervical cancer, laying the groundwork for the HPV vaccine. Today, we’re supporting global efforts to prevent cervical cancer through HPV vaccination in countries where the burden is highest. Learn more: cruk.ink/3Pf5Srm

Two of our researchers will help tackle one of cancer’s toughest challenges. They are part of team ATLAS, who have been selected to receive a @cancergrand.bsky.social @cancerresearchuk.org award of $25m ➡️ buff.ly/dcJb8Kb #CancerGrandChallenges

Today, Cancer Grand Challenges awarded a record-equalling total of up to £100m to five research teams with the vision and expertise to push the frontiers of cancer research further than ever before. Meet the teams: cruk.ink/4rKCvvr

Our new initiative with @collegeofsurgeons.bsky.social hopes to improve treatment options for people with rectal cancer while reducing the need for surgery. The initiative aims to deliver more personalised care, reduce unnecessary operations, and improve people's quality of life.

I’ve really been enjoying this podcast since it started a few months ago: The Rest is Science. tiny.cc/restsci Professor Hannah Fry and VSauce's Michael Stevens are amazing at #sciencecommunication Highly recommend! Even better: partners with a good cause @cancerresearchuk.org

Philanthropic support is already accelerating progress – from discovery science, to trials that are bringing hope to people affected by cancer. We’re now over halfway through our sector-leading campaign, but there’s more to do to achieve our goal of beating cancer together. Read more below.

February is Oesophageal Cancer Awareness Month – here are the most common symptoms of oesophageal cancer 👇 It's unlikely to be cancer, but if you notice changes that are unusual for you or won’t go away, get them checked by your doctor. Share this post to help us raise awareness 🔃

Last year we set out 4 key actions that the next Scottish & Welsh govts can take to help improve cancer outcomes and save lives. Ahead of the Scottish Parliament and Senedd elections, we're launching our campaign calling on political parties to make them a turning point for cancer. bit.ly/4s834un

Science is moving faster than ever, and philanthropic support is helping us rise to the challenge.  We’re breaking down the amazing successes of our More Research, Less Cancer campaign so far – and refocusing on our goals for the next two years. Read more: cruk.ink/3MEFGpq

Last week the Government published its National Cancer Plan for England. In 2025 #OneCancerVoice came together to outline six essential tests it needed to meet. We welcome the new plan and are committed to working together to ensure it delivers for people affected by cancer.

After years of campaigning, we’re pleased the government has today launched its National Cancer Plan for England. We need the government to follow through on these promises to make sure that it can meet its ambition to save more lives from cancer. Learn more about the Plan : cruk.ink/4awC9Cw

In the UK, nearly 1 in 2 people will get cancer in their lifetime. Today is World Cancer Day – a global day to raise awareness of cancer, and take action against it 🌍 Share this post to help us raise awareness. #WorldCancerDay #WCD2026

Could AI actually help us beat cancer? 🔎 Lara Lewington joins us on the latest episode of #ThatCancerConversation to deep dive into the connections between AI and our health 🎙️ Stream on all platforms or search 'That Cancer Conversation' 🔎

Join us for cutting-edge science and networking with the global cancer prevention community at this year's Cancer Prevention Research Conference. Early bird registration closes Friday 6 February – register now to secure your place at the discounted rate 👇

We’re pleased that abiraterone can now be offered to thousands more men affected by prostate cancer. Read more about this decision and what it means: cruk.ink/3LzxTbS

From campaigning on the Tobacco & Vapes Bill, helping shape England’s National Cancer Plan & launching cancer manifestos ahead of the Scottish & Welsh elections, it's been an important year for cancer research policy. Read more about our achievements 👇 news.cancerresearchuk.org/2025/12/19/f...

Great to see Professor Akram on STV last night joining our call for the rollout of a targeted lung cancer screening programme in Scotland to diagnose the disease earlier and improve survival. Currently, 68% of cases in Scotland are diagnosed at a late stage.

Big news for a #SmokefreeUK! @senedd.wales has voted for the Tobacco & Vapes Bill, which aims to help end cancers caused by smoking and create the first smokefree generation. We now want to see the Bill passed in @houseoflords.parliament.uk and implemented across all four nations.

We need your input ahead of the 2027 Northern Ireland Assembly Election. Take part in our short survey and share your views on cancer care in Northern Ireland. Your feedback will help inform our manifesto recommendations for the next Assembly term. Take the survey: bit.ly/3KhQ993

We’re thrilled to partner with Channel 4 on ‘Cancer Detectives: Finding the Cures’ - a new series which is shining a light on three trailblazing scientists taking on cancer, and explores how their work is changing patients’ lives right now. 👇 1/2

The Men's Health Strategy is an important step towards tackling key issues for men’s health in England. We support action to address health inequalities men can face, and believe the upcoming National Cancer Plan for England is an opportunity to improve cancer services for everyone. cruk.ink/48kSGbA

This is a huge step forward - by supporting the LungVax clinical trial, we will put the vaccine through the most rigorous scientific tests and take that important first step towards a world where people live longer, better lives, free from the fear of lung cancer.

🚨 Just announced: your new favourite podcast! We’re so excited to be partnering with Goalhanger, Europe’s largest independent podcast producer, to bring you The Rest Is Science: a brand-new podcast hosted by Professor Hannah Fry and Michael Stevens 👇 @fryrsquared.bsky.social #CRUKscience

25 years ago, our scientists helped lay the groundwork for the HPV vaccine. Today, the world unites for the first official World Cervical Cancer Elimination Day. Together, we can achieve a world where almost nobody develops cervical cancer.

Big news! 🚨 People at high risk of lung cancer will soon be able to receive the first ever experimental vaccine designed to prevent the disease, in a world-first clinical trial. Read more: cruk.ink/4r4KXG2 @ox.ac.uk @ucl.ac.uk

Got any questions about weight loss and cancer? Send them to our experts below 👇🎙️

How does immunotherapy work, and why do some patients respond while others don’t? Book our free talk by Samra Turajlic, head of the Cancer Dynamics Lab here at the Crick, Director of @cruk-mi.bsky.social and head of the UK-wide MANIFEST programme. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/crick-cras...

Got any questions about weight loss and cancer? Send them to our experts below 👇🎙️

𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗳𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝘄𝗲𝗯𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿 - 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆! Together with our partners at @cancerresearchuk.org, we are hosting a webinar on our co-sponsored Biology to Prevention funding opportunity on 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟭𝘀𝘁 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝟭𝟭:𝟬𝟬𝗮𝗺 - 𝟭𝟮:𝟯𝟬𝗽𝗺 𝗘𝗦𝗧. Register: amercancer.co/Bio2Prev2026...

This #LungCancerAwarenessMonth, share this post to help us raise awareness of the most common symptoms of lung cancer ⬇️ ScottishPower has committed up to £4m to support our Lung Cancer Centre of Excellence ♥️ Thank you for your support!

After a six-month wait, the Tobacco & Vapes Bill is being debated again in Parliament. We've signed Action on Smoking and Health's open letter urging all political parties to ensure that this legislation is now passed as quickly as possible ash.org.uk/uploads/cros...

Our experts would love to know: what are some questions that you have about AI and cancer? 👇🎙️

Today, our volunteer campaigns ambassadors, staff, Dame Deborah James’s father Alistair and our CEO Michelle Mitchell gathered at the London Stadium to highlight the urgent need for government action on cancer #TurningPointForCancer

New transatlantic cancer research funding! We're partnering with @ccsresearch.bsky.social to co-fund our Biology to Prevention Award, doubling the funding for collaborative UK and Canadian prevention research teams. Join our webinar on 28 October at 14:00 GMT to learn more: cruk.ink/46yjOBX

NEW EPISODE: Can we cure cancer? Join our expert panellists as they answer audience questions about the future of cancer research and treatment. Listen on your favourite podcast platform: lnk.to/AQOSCancerBB

If politicians commit to drive forward change & make cancer a priority, next year’s Scottish Parliament & Welsh Senedd elections can be the turning point for cancer we need. Read our article for the key actions needed to improve cancer survival and care in Scotland & Wales 👉 cruk.ink/4pAkvmR

Today our volunteer campaigns ambassadors were at Holyrood & the Senedd to launch our manifestos for change ahead of the 2026 Scottish & Welsh elections. Cancer is the leading cause of death in Scotland & Wales, & we're calling on all political parties to make cancer a priority.

Our latest research shows only half of people diagnosed with cancer in England following an urgent referral receive their diagnosis within the target time. This is unacceptable and we’re calling on the UK government to act now - read more 👉 cruk.ink/3VINION

Today we publish our Annual Report and Accounts which highlights the significant impact we’re making for those affected by cancer and their loved ones. Read the full report to discover how we’re accelerating progress to outsmart cancer: cruk.ink/42lJFeW

Calling all cancer researchers! Join us, @ohsuknight.bsky.social and @stanford.edu at this year's Early Detection of Cancer Conference for the cutting-edge, cross-disciplinary science that is shaping the future of cancer early detection. Check out the agenda and register: cruk.ink/3UR67Zu

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month 💛 Cancer is different in children and young people, so it needs a different and dedicated approach. We partner with other charities, funders and people affected by these cancers across the UK and around the world – learn more: cruk.ink/3JEskaM

New data suggests that, by 2040, someone will be diagnosed with cancer every two minutes in England. Today we have been in Westminster speaking with #OneCancerVoice, calling on the government to transform cancer outcomes and save lives through an ambitious, fully funded strategy.

Over six million new cancer cases in England are projected by 2040 – a 14.2% rise in total cases compared to the previous 15-year period. Today we are speaking with #OneCancerVoice to outline six essential tests the upcoming National Cancer Plan for England must meet.

Following the Government’s commitment to developing a National Cancer Plan for England, we want to help ensure it delivers the key changes for those affected by cancer. Read Carol, Lucy, Ali and Alfred’s stories to see what the right plan could achieve👉 cruk.ink/3V4GfJA #TurningPointForCancer

@peterstefanovic.bsky.social, @carolvorders.bsky.social and 24 other public figures have put their names to our open letter to @rthonwesstreeting.bsky.social, urging him to make the upcoming National Cancer Plan for England a #TurningPointForCancer. Sign the open letter here: cruk.ink/4fHgR6c

A new study from @lshtm.bsky.social we funded has revealed a 92-percentage point gap in 10-year survival between the most & least deadly cancers. It's vital the National Cancer Plan for England transforms cancer care & boosts survival across all cancer types. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Every moment counts in the fight against cancer. Our new report reveals that clinical trials are taking too long, with median set-up times rising to 20 months. We’re investing £200 million over five years for 80,000 participants, but we must reform the system. Read the report: cruk.ink/3IReTE5

New funding opportunity 🚨We're accepting Expressions of Interest for our HPV Vaccination Grants Programme 2025, which aims to increase HPV vaccination coverage among adolescent girls in low- and middle-income countries to reduce cervical cancer globally. Find out more: cruk.ink/4leWn5L #HPVVaccine

A new analysis reveals people in Britain smoke more than 78 million cigarettes a day. Our latest study, conducted by UCL, highlights the stark health inequalities linked to tobacco and how creating a smokefree future is crucial to improving public health.