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Can you trust what you read about cancer and diet on social media?

During Cancer Prevention Action Week, more than 30 online health professionals and experts backed our Science Not Fiction campaign – and helped explain why health misinformation is a serious public health problem.

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Are colon cancer subtypes linked to a greater risk of recurrence – and could diet be relevant?

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Are colon cancer subtypes linked to a greater risk of recurrence – and could diet be relevant?

A particular colon cancer subtype, imCMS4, was linked to the highest risk of recurrence, and a more ‘pro-inflammatory’ diet was associated with greater recurrence risk in this same subgroup.

Fun in the sun: planning a picnic to please everyone

A man and three children sit at a picnic table in a garden, eating and talking together. Surrounded by plants and trees, they enjoy bananas and oranges on the table—perfect examples of healthy picnic ideas for families to share outdoors.

Fun in the sun: planning a picnic to please everyone

Discover healthy picnic ideas for the whole family, including easy recipes, picnic essentials and fun ways to enjoy eating outdoors.

Could dairy processing help explain inconsistent findings on dairy consumption and breast cancer risk?

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Could dairy processing help explain inconsistent findings on dairy consumption and breast cancer risk?

A new review suggests the way dairy foods are processed may alter their chemistry in ways that could help explain the inconsistent findings on dairy intake and breast cancer risk.

Closing the gaps in cancer prevention

A person holds several colourful disposable vape pens, including green, blue, pink, and black, in their hands—evoking concerns similar to those raised by health-harming sports sponsorship that can glamourise risky behaviours.

Closing the gaps in cancer prevention

Schools, surgery and self-testing – three new studies explore how to deliver it where it’s needed most.

It’s time to show alcohol and junk food sponsorships the red card

A billboard advertises McDonald's World Cup Meal, showing chips, a burger, a drink, and a footballer, highlighting the issue of health-harming sports sponsorship. The sign is next to a level crossing and an old brick building, surrounded by fences and greenery.

It’s time to show alcohol and junk food sponsorships the red card

Melissa Dando, Senior Policy and Public Affairs Officer, explores how the promotion of health-harming products has come to dominate major sporting events, and what can be done to reclaim sport from industry influence.

“My sister’s breast cancer scare saved my life”

A person with a shaved head, wearing a pink shirt, smiles whilst sitting in a medical chair receiving a drip infusion. The setting appears to be a hospital or clinic.

“My sister’s breast cancer scare saved my life”

Meera was diagnosed with breast cancer in March 2025 aged 37. She shares why women shouldn’t dismiss breast changes and explains how exercise supports her recovery.

Celebrating 20 years of progress with the Mexican Teachers’ Cohort

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Celebrating 20 years of progress with the Mexican Teachers’ Cohort

Over 20 years, the Mexican Teachers’ Cohort has followed more than 115,000 women working in Mexico’s public education system, generating evidence on health and disease risk factors.

Make the most of summer: simple ways to move more

Four adults walk together through a grassy, sunlit forest. They appear happy, wearing casual clothes and rucksacks, enjoying a ramble on a bright day surrounded by green trees.

Make the most of summer: simple ways to move more

Make the most of summer with simple ways to move more. Discover enjoyable activities, stay active outdoors and support your long-term health.

Why might ‘morning people’ have lower breast cancer risk?

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Why might ‘morning people’ have lower breast cancer risk?

New findings improve our understanding of how sleep-related behaviour may influence breast cancer risk.

House of Commons Committee calls for the UK Government to ‘stand up to food industry’

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House of Commons Committee calls for the UK Government to ‘stand up to food industry’

World Cancer Research Fund responds to the Committee’s report urging bold action to fix the UK’s food environment and tackle obesity.

Celebrating Cancer Prevention Action Week success

We want to say a huge thank you to everyone who supported this year’s Cancer Prevention Action Week: Science Not Fiction. 

Can you trust what you read about cancer and diet on social media?

A person lounging on a sofa uses a mobile phone, scrolling through a social media feed filled with health misinformation, while wearing a large ring on the other hand. The phone screen shows various messages and photos.

Can you trust what you read about cancer and diet on social media?

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