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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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Be active at Christmas to cut your risk of cancer

Be active at Christmas to cut your risk of cancer

We encourage people to boot up and go for a walk after their Christmas meal

What does a nutritionist eat for Christmas dinner?

Raffaella Masselli’s Christmas feast is a festive fusion, embracing the best of South African and Italian tastes.

Brussels sprouts have as much vitamin C as oranges – and plenty of other health benefits

Brussels sprouts have as much vitamin C as oranges – and plenty of other health benefits

For many people, Christmas dinner is not complete without a side helping of brussels sprouts. But if you’re not a convert, perhaps these health benefits will convince you to give them a second chance.

A closer look at fruit pouches – are they healthy for children?

A toddler being fed baby food by a woman

A closer look at fruit pouches – are they healthy for children?

Fruit pouches are easy to use and many have health claims on the packet. But are they as healthy as they claim, and how often should babies, toddlers and young children eat them?

Policy at World Cancer Research Fund: our year in numbers

Policy at World Cancer Research Fund: our year in numbers

Our Policy and Public Affairs team established a tradition last year: every December, we reflect on the past year – good and bad – and look ahead to the next. We’ve crunched the numbers behind what we’ve been up to so let’s begin the count for 2023…

Leafy greens decrease bowel cancer risk

Leafy greens decrease bowel cancer risk

New study shows that eating foods with higher folate levels reduces the risk of colorectal cancer

Have UK diets got better or worse in the past 40 years?

Have UK diets got better or worse in the past 40 years?

From instant mash to flexitarians, food has changed massively since the 1980s. But we’re not always eating more healthily, which is where our evidence on diet and cancer can make a difference.

Ultra-processed food heightens risk of mouth, throat and oesophageal cancers

Ultra-processed food heightens risk of mouth, throat and oesophageal cancers

Eating UPF can cause obesity, but that may not be the only factor linking highly processed food with upper aerodigestive cancers

People with obesity and heart diseases at higher risk of cancer

People with obesity and heart diseases at higher risk of cancer

Study finds that people living with overweight or obesity as well as cardiovascular diseases are more likely to develop cancer

Is there any evidence that bad sleepers have a higher risk of cancer?

Is there any evidence that bad sleepers have a higher risk of cancer?

Sleep is vital for a healthy life. But what are the risks if you can’t get a good night’s sleep? We look at the evidence and share top tips for sleeping well

Dance yourself fit – and reduce your risk of developing cancer

Dance yourself fit – and reduce your risk of developing cancer

Whether you swap Zoom for Zumba or are a ballroom beginner, dance is a fun, social way of staying active – which is great for our minds and our bodies.

Ultra-processed foods linked to increased cancer risk, diabetes, and heart disease

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Ultra-processed foods linked to increased cancer risk, diabetes, and heart disease

Higher consumption of UPF = higher risk of combination of chronic diseases including cancer, diabetes and heart disease, says study

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