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We’ve awarded 19 new research grants

Covering multiple cancers and both prevention and survivorship, we’re investing in groundbreaking science

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Debt, stress and cancer
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Debt, stress and cancer

The combination of job losses, money problems and health worries are all contributing to an increase in stress levels.

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Putting healthy diets on the global agenda
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Putting healthy diets on the global agenda

Maggie Wetzel reports from the 148th session of the WHO Executive Board

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2014 Colorectal Cancer Project at Wageningen University

2014 Colorectal Cancer Project at Wageningen University

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Should people with cancer go vegan?
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Should people with cancer go vegan?

Our expert oncology dietitian explores whether a vegan diet is safe for people living with and beyond cancer

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Being consumed by digital junk food marketing
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Being consumed by digital junk food marketing

Why are online ads for junk food an issue? Perspectives on the threats and opportunities around regulating junk food marketing online.

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Rising alcohol consumption in East Africa linked to oesophageal cancer

Rising alcohol consumption in East Africa linked to oesophageal cancer

A new study, led by WHO’s International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), has identified that alcohol consumption clearly contributes to oesophageal cancer risk in East Africa.

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Cancer risk from obesity differs for men and women
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Cancer risk from obesity differs for men and women

New research shows importance of where fat is on the body, with fat around the waist more dangerous for women

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A quarter of Brits affected by cancer this festive season
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A quarter of Brits affected by cancer this festive season

New YouGov figures reveal that almost a quarter of Brits (24%) will be affected by cancer this Christmas

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What food should colorectal cancer survivors eat?
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What food should colorectal cancer survivors eat?

New research on quality of life of colorectal cancer survivors and diet

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Do you know how active you should be?
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Do you know how active you should be?

The World Health Organization has released new guidelines on how active or sedentary we should be

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Meet Amanda Grant from Cook School
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Meet Amanda Grant from Cook School

Read about Junior Cooks Club – our new collaboration with Cook School

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Cancer research not on lockdown

Cancer research not on lockdown

WCRF has awarded more than £3.5 million of funding for research on how diet, nutrition, and physical activity can prevent, or help people survive, cancer.

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