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Why prevention must lead the way after the 4th UN High-Level Meeting on NCDs and mental health

We were in New York to advocate for cancer prevention at the United Nations. World leaders met to discuss how to reduce the global burden of non-communicable diseases.

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Fads, fakers and facts: who to trust for nutrition advice

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Fads, fakers and facts: who to trust for nutrition advice

There are millions of Insta, Twitter and Facebook accounts all claiming to help you lose weight, eat better or find a miracle in your lunchbox. Courtney Savage chooses accounts you can trust

Dramatic rise in number of cancers caused by obesity

Dramatic rise in number of cancers caused by obesity

New study links overweight and obesity to more cancers than previously shown

New study links overweight and obesity to more cancers than previously shown

Study of 2.6 million adults finds overweight and obesity during early adulthood could be linked with up to 18 cancers

Are you ready for an adventure holiday?

Are you ready for an adventure holiday?

Any exercise helps reduce our risk of cancer, as well as many other benefits, so why not consider a holiday that’s all about fitness and fun?

6 ways to move more without realising

6 ways to move more without realising

The NHS, the Chief Medical Officer, and the World Health Organization all say most of us should be much more active. Here’s how to start moving more without even thinking (much) about it.

How can we reduce our reliance on alcohol?

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How can we reduce our reliance on alcohol?

Misleading information on the clear harm alcohol does has led many people to underestimate its dangers.

How can policy help promote physical activity in primary healthcare?

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How can policy help promote physical activity in primary healthcare?

There’s strong evidence that physical activity cuts the risk of cancer, but people don’t move enough on a daily basis. Can policy changes reverse this trend?

Primary healthcare can help increase physical activity levels and reduce cancer risk

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Primary healthcare can help increase physical activity levels and reduce cancer risk

Expert nutritionists share recipes to help you cut down on junk food

Junk food is designed to make us want to eat it again and again. But these recipes from expert nutritionists can help you enjoy much healthier alternatives

Following our Recommendations reduces cancer risk

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Following our Recommendations reduces cancer risk

Experts at Newcastle University have reviewed evidence of following the 2018 World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF) and American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR) lifestyle-based recommendations.

To push cancer prevention further up the agenda, we need a bolder brand

More people in the UK are developing cancer. To support our work in changing that trend, our brand needs to be more recognised, focused and bolder.

How to make healthy bao buns at home

How to make healthy bao buns at home

Ever heard of a bao bun, or wondered what one is? Mélanie delves into its origins, tries to make them and explores different delicious fillings.

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