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Latest news, updates and blogs from World Cancer Research Fund.

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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.

What are the next steps?
We shouldn’t market unhealthy food to children
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We shouldn’t market unhealthy food to children

Marketing restrictions can work, but countries need to act fast amid soaring child obesity rates

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Governments failing to protect child rights by not restricting junk food marketing
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Governments failing to protect child rights by not restricting junk food marketing

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We need to protect children from the power of advertising
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We need to protect children from the power of advertising

Caroline Cerny shares insights on the junk food marketing industry

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How the alcohol industry persuades us to drink too much
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How the alcohol industry persuades us to drink too much

In vino veritas? This Dry January, Isobel explores how bigger glasses and stronger wines are upping our alcohol intake

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Lifestyle changes after a cancer diagnosis
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Lifestyle changes after a cancer diagnosis

Colorectal cancer survivors hardly improve their lifestyle after diagnosis

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Crafting new food choices – and shining a light on our food environment
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Crafting new food choices – and shining a light on our food environment

Read Brian’s blog before you make your new year resolutions – he shows how you can best set yourself to make change work for you

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Being active reduces risk of prostate cancer

Being active reduces risk of prostate cancer

Important new findings relate to overall physical activity, not just intense exercise

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Use our Christmas party recipes to be the hostess with the mostest
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Use our Christmas party recipes to be the hostess with the mostest

Cook these recipes for your party guests this Christmas, and give your guests the gift of flavour!

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Conferences, collaborations and cancer: nutrition without borders
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Conferences, collaborations and cancer: nutrition without borders

At its core, science and research is an international endeavour without borders

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Is personalised nutrition better for cancer prevention?
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Is personalised nutrition better for cancer prevention?

Personalised nutrition is the idea that there is a particular pattern of diet that can be tailored to each individual’s specific needs, and so optimise their health. But does it work?

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Trick or treat? 6 truths about cancer risk that might scare you!
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Trick or treat? 6 truths about cancer risk that might scare you!

Six truths about what causes or prevents cancer

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Taking the long way home: the joys of city cycling
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Taking the long way home: the joys of city cycling

After spending the day at a computer, it’s wonderful to be back in the saddle

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