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World Cancer Research Fund celebrates PIF TICK accreditation

We’re proud to announce that we have been awarded the PIF TICK, recognising our commitment to providing trusted, evidence-based health information.

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Cancer Prevention Action Week: 15–21 June 2026

Science Not Fiction — Evidence Saves Lives

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WCRF attends UK parliamentary roundtable on health misinformation
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WCRF attends UK parliamentary roundtable on health misinformation

World Cancer Research Fund joined clinicians, researchers and policymakers at Westminster to discuss the real-world impact of health misinformation and what needs to change.

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How a Fellowship helped Dr Mike Coleman uncover links between obesity, the immune system and cancer
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How a Fellowship helped Dr Mike Coleman uncover links between obesity, the immune system and cancer

During his AICR/WCRF Fellowship, Assistant Professor Mike Coleman helped uncover how obesity weakens the immune system’s ability to fight cancer.

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Swiss student continues life in the mountains with cancer 
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Swiss student continues life in the mountains with cancer 

A man diagnosed with an ultra-rare cancer is embracing life between specialist “bunker” radiation treatment several floors below a hospital.

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Cancer, diet and treatment: expert answers to common questions
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Cancer, diet and treatment: expert answers to common questions

Our Cancer and Nutrition Helpline cuts through misinformation to answer common questions about cancer, diet and treatment with expert, evidence-based advice.

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“The hardest part of my cancer journey was misinformation”
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“The hardest part of my cancer journey was misinformation”

After sharing her cancer diagnosis online, Sharron Moffatt was inundated with messages and claims about “natural” cures.

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Misinformation is putting lives at risk, warns Dr Philippa Kaye
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Misinformation is putting lives at risk, warns Dr Philippa Kaye

GP and cancer survivor Dr Philippa Kaye explains what people can do to find trusted health information and advice.

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Tackling misinformation: The truth about the great alcohol hoax
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Tackling misinformation: The truth about the great alcohol hoax

Discover why alcohol is linked to cancer, how industry messaging can mislead consumers, and what can be done to improve public awareness.

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Can supplements help prevent cancer? What health professionals need to know
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Can supplements help prevent cancer? What health professionals need to know

Can supplements prevent cancer? Discover the latest evidence and learn why a food-first approach remains key to cancer prevention.

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On the frontline: Supporting health professionals to counter misinformation on cancer
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On the frontline: Supporting health professionals to counter misinformation on cancer

Health misinformation can undermine cancer prevention. Discover how we are tackling the issue and supporting health professionals.

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WCRF launches Cancer Prevention Action Week 2026
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WCRF launches Cancer Prevention Action Week 2026

Almost half of patient-facing NHS staff see weekly nutrition misinformation, reports World Cancer Research Funds in new national analysis.

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World Cancer Research Fund celebrates PIF TICK accreditation
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World Cancer Research Fund celebrates PIF TICK accreditation

We have been awarded the PIF TICK, recognising our commitment to providing trusted, evidence-based health information.

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WHA79: what it meant for cancer prevention and what comes next
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WHA79: what it meant for cancer prevention and what comes next

Following the 79th World Health Assembly, Kendra Chow shares her reflections and highlights the key developments shaping cancer prevention and NCD policy worldwide.

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Preventing cancer. Saving lives

While society continues to search for a cure, our prevention and survival work helps people to live longer, healthier lives – free from the devastating effects of cancer.