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European Week Against Cancer
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Uniting Europe in the fight against cancer. Join us every 25-31 May to raise awareness, promote prevention, and support survivors 🌍🎗️ | Learn more about #EWAC2025: https://www.cancer.eu/ewac/ | Supported by @cancerleagues.bsky.social
The European Week Against Cancer 2025 Impact Report is live! 💙

🌍 4.2M people reached
💬 9.6K interactions
📣 880 mentions

A huge thanks to everyone who made #EWAC2025 possible. Together, we made a real impact.

🔗 Read the full story: buff.ly/8dM5imX
July 4, 2025 at 8:46 AM
🎗️ It’s the final day of the #EuropeanWeekAgainstCancer!

🚭 31 May is #WorldNoTobaccoDay. Tobacco is the leading cause of preventable cancer, responsible for almost 20% of cases in Europe.

Join the action: shorturl.at/LKf2D

#EWAC2025
May 31, 2025 at 6:58 AM
🎗️ Life after cancer treatment is often referred to as a 'new normal', but what does that really mean?

@digestivecancerseu.bsky.social's powerful new guide helps colorectal cancer survivors navigate life beyond treatment.

🔗 shorturl.at/JwWNf

#EWAC2025
May 30, 2025 at 11:36 AM
Talking about a cancer diagnosis at work can be overwhelming 💼🎗️

@cancerleagues.bsky.social offers helpful tips for both employees and employers on navigating these difficult conversations.

👉 For employers: shorturl.at/wzTYr
👉 For employees: shorturl.at/SzrD2

#EWAC2025
May 30, 2025 at 11:24 AM
It’s Day 6️⃣ of #EWAC2025 and today we are placing patients and survivors at the centre.

💼 Did you know that cancer survivors are 1.4 times more likely to face unemployment? Let's shine a light on the challenges patients face to #ReturnToWork.

🗨️ Read their testimonials: shorturl.at/cRuJ1
May 30, 2025 at 7:11 AM
🥀 In 2022, over 14 thousand children and teens in Europe were diagnosed with cancer.

🔬 Research is the only cure – it's how we find answers, improve treatments, and save lives.

Learn more from the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC): shorturl.at/qfylz

#EWAC2025
May 29, 2025 at 8:56 AM
Day 5️⃣ of the #EuropeanWeekAgainstCancer is all about research 🔬

Across Europe, cancer leagues fund vital research - from prevention to treatment to survivorship – offering hope to millions.

Visit your national society to support their work 👉 shorturl.at/8yntA

#EWAC2025
May 29, 2025 at 7:20 AM
It’s Day 3️⃣ of the #EuropeanWeekAgainstCancer - and today we are talking about equal access to medicines.

Between 2019 – 2022, cancer patients in Germany could access 46 of 48 EU-approved medicines. In Lithuania? Just 3.

It’s time to close the treatment gap. 💊

#EWAC2025
May 27, 2025 at 7:09 AM
Tackling the cancer burden in Europe requires bold policies and comprehensive approaches.

🗨️ This #EWAC2025, watch Dr Marilys Corbex from @whoeurope.bsky.social explain the importance of rapid diagnosis and access to quality treatment.

🔗 Explore WHO's guide to cancer screening: shorturl.at/gFaPc
May 26, 2025 at 11:42 AM
🎗️ For women in the EU aged 15-44, cervical cancer is the second most common form after breast cancer.

The #EUCancerPlan aims to eliminate cervical cancer by vaccinating young people against HPV.

👉 Learn more: health.ec.europa.eu/vaccination/...

#EWAC2025
May 26, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Four years ago, the #EUCancerPlan was launched to help turn the tide against cancer.

To mark the European Week Against Cancer, the @ec.europa.eu's Department for Health is organising a special webinar on its implementation.

🔗 Register today: europa.eu/!CKQBQ3

#EWAC2025
May 26, 2025 at 8:30 AM
Day 2️⃣ of the European Week Against Cancer is all about screening!

Did you know 5% of all cancers worldwide are caused by HPV? You can take action to tackle this virus. Get informed ✅ Get vaccinated ✅ Get screened ✅

Learn more about HPV on askabouthpv.org

#EWAC2025
May 26, 2025 at 7:02 AM
Ever wondered what action you can take to reduce your risk of cancer? The European Code Against Cancer has the answers!

Learn the 12 steps ✅ Take action ✅ Share with others ✅

Start today: shorturl.at/aTcqX

#EWAC2025 #CancerCode
May 25, 2025 at 12:46 PM
🍷 DYK alcohol can cause 7 types of cancer, including breast and colon cancer?

On 27 May, @whoeurope.bsky.social and the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) are launching a powerful new series on alcohol, cancer & policy solutions.

📺 Register now: shorturl.at/RXaqY

#EWAC2025
May 25, 2025 at 9:42 AM
It’s day 1️⃣ of the European Week Against Cancer, and we are kicking off with a powerful message: #CancerPrevention saves lives.

Did you know over 40% of all cancer cases can be prevented? Together, we can make a difference.

👉 Join #EWAC2025: www.cancer.eu/ewac
May 25, 2025 at 7:16 AM
🎗️🌍 The European Week Against Cancer 2025 has officially started!

Cancer touches us all – but together, we can make a difference. Join #EWAC2025 to raise awareness, inspire action, and stand with millions across Europe.

Get involved today 👉 cancer.eu/ewac
May 25, 2025 at 7:11 AM
The European Week Against Cancer starts this Sunday! 🌍🎗

Cancer touches us all – but together, we can make a difference. Join #EWAC2025 to raise awareness, inspire action, and stand with millions across Europe.

Get involved today 👉 www.cancer.eu/ewac
May 23, 2025 at 1:11 PM
Cancer is one of the leading causes of death in Europe, claiming 1.3 million lives in 2022 alone 🎗️

Join us for the European Week Against Cancer, from 25 to 31 May, and take action to raise awareness and inspire change.

Get involved today! Explore the #EWAC2025 toolkit 👉 www.cancer.eu/ewac
May 15, 2025 at 8:55 AM
The European Week Against Cancer is just a few weeks away! 🌍🎗️

Cancer touches us all – but together, we can make a difference. Join #EWAC2025 to raise awareness, inspire action, and stand with millions across Europe.

Get involved today 👉 www.cancer.eu/ewac
May 12, 2025 at 7:11 AM