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Welcome to WCRF International
World Cancer Research Fund International (WCRF International) leads and unifies a global network of cancer charities dedicated to the prevention and control of cancer by means of healthy food and nutrition, physical activity and body weight.
In particular, WCRF International plays a leading role in directing and supporting the research and policy activities of the WCRF global network.
Working with researchers, health professionals, policy makers and other health organisations throughout the world, we provide people with the information they need to make choices that can reduce their chances of developing cancer.
Our funded research
Find out about the research funded under the WCRF International Regular Grant Programme between 2001 and 2011.
Policy and advocacy
Working to promote policies and actions that influence change for cancer prevention.
WCRF International Research Programmes
Find out more about our Regular and Request For Application grant programmes.
Continuous Update Project
Updating the evidence on diet, physical activity, weight management and cancer. Find out about progress to date.
Policy Report
Our Policy Report looks at what can be done to influence and change the lifestyle choices that people make, as they relate to their risk of cancer. Find out more and order a copy.
Expert Report
Our expert report is the largest report of its kind ever published on diet, physical activity and the prevention of cancer. Find out more and order a copy.






