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Mapping the impact of obesity on the normal breast
This study examines how postmenopausal obesity affects breast cancer risk by analyzing breast tissue changes and testing anti-obesity drugs
Bridging the gap in physical activity and diet support for breast cancer survivors
The aim of this project is to expand our previous study and improve breast cancer survivors’ exercise, healthy diet habits, quality of life and reduce risk of cancer returning
Colorectal cancer survivors and following WCRF/AICR Recommendations
Is adherence to World Cancer Research Fund/AICR’s Recommendations associated with a better quality of life in survivors of colorectal cancer?
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Is exercise safe for people undergoing immunotherapy following a skin cancer diagnosis?
We’ll work with people in Australia who have melanoma to see if an exercise programme is practical, participants attend sessions, follow the plan, and see how they feel about the experience
Metabolic syndrome, gut microbiome, and breast cancer risk in Sub-Saharan African women
The ABCS study examines how metabolic syndrome and the gut microbiome may impact breast cancer risk in Ghanaian women to support prevention strategies and personalised care in Sub-Saharan Africa
Feasibility study for helping patients with chemo-induced peripheral neuropathy
Feasibility study on balance and cognitive training for patients with chemo-induced peripheral neuropathy
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The UK government’s response to the CMA infant formula market study: what we think
The UK government has published its response to the Competition and Markets Authority’s (CMA) infant formula study – here’s our verdict on their response
12 months – 12 moments: a year in review
Our Policy team looks back at their most impactful moments and achievements from 2025, with the year in review.
Government takes steps to improve diets and tackle alcohol harm
Our response to the UK Budget on 26 November 2025 – in which the government has made initial steps towards tackling obesity and alcohol harm
More body composition-related research
Helping colorectal cancer survivors at risk of cardiovascular disease
We’re funding a new research project into helping people with colorectal cancer who are at high risk of cardiovascular disease to improve their physical activity, diet, and sleep
An examination of the methods for assessing preventability of cancer
We’re researching the different ways in which the proportion of potentially preventable cancers is estimated
Body size and risk of development of 22 major cancers: Data from Catalonia
Research into body size and the risk of developing 22 cancers using data from 6 million Catalans
More on oesophageal cancer
The effect of food and drink on oesophageal cancer risk in east Africa
This research – funded by WKOF – is looking at whether strong alcohol, heat damage from hot food and drinks, and a restricted diet increase oesophageal cancer risk
Investigating major risk factors of oesophageal cancer in north-eastern Iran
This study will help clarify whether poor diet and hot beverage consumption are important risk factors
Drinking hot tea – what are the cancer risks?
WCRF-funded research has gained new insights on oesophageal cancer risk factors in north-east Iran
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The UK government’s response to the CMA infant formula market study: what we think
The UK government has published its response to the Competition and Markets Authority’s (CMA) infant formula study – here’s our verdict on their response
12 months – 12 moments: a year in review
Our Policy team looks back at their most impactful moments and achievements from 2025, with the year in review.
Government takes steps to improve diets and tackle alcohol harm
Our response to the UK Budget on 26 November 2025 – in which the government has made initial steps towards tackling obesity and alcohol harm
More prostate cancer research
MYEX exercise trial for patients with prostate cancer
Investigating tumour suppressive biological mechanisms is important in clinical oncology to expand exercise medicine and further confirm the prescription of exercise as essential for cancer patients.
Obesity, exercise and prostate cancer
This study, funded by WCRF International, aims to investigate why obesity makes prostate cancer more aggressive
Chronic platelet activation – a major link between diet, lifestyle and cancer risk?
We’re funding the first comprehensive prospective study on chronic platelet activation in healthy subjects and subsequent cancer risk
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The UK government’s response to the CMA infant formula market study: what we think
The UK government has published its response to the Competition and Markets Authority’s (CMA) infant formula study – here’s our verdict on their response
12 months – 12 moments: a year in review
Our Policy team looks back at their most impactful moments and achievements from 2025, with the year in review.
Government takes steps to improve diets and tackle alcohol harm
Our response to the UK Budget on 26 November 2025 – in which the government has made initial steps towards tackling obesity and alcohol harm
Latest news and blogs
The UK government’s response to the CMA infant formula market study: what we think
The UK government has published its response to the Competition and Markets Authority’s (CMA) infant formula study – here’s our verdict on their response
12 months – 12 moments: a year in review
Our Policy team looks back at their most impactful moments and achievements from 2025, with the year in review.
Government takes steps to improve diets and tackle alcohol harm
Our response to the UK Budget on 26 November 2025 – in which the government has made initial steps towards tackling obesity and alcohol harm
More breast cancer research
Exploring the mechanisms linking sleep patterns and breast cancer risk
This INSPIRE project shed light on how being a morning person may help reduce breast cancer risk, identifying 2 proteins that could play a key role.
How cholesterol metabolism disruptions influence breast cancer development
This study examines the link between cholesterol metabolites, lifestyle factors and breast cancer risk in the European Prospective Investigation into Cancer and Nutrition (EPIC) cohort
Do vegetarian diets lower cancer risk?
This research found that vegetarians had a reduced risk of cancers of the gastrointestinal tract
Latest news and blogs
The UK government’s response to the CMA infant formula market study: what we think
The UK government has published its response to the Competition and Markets Authority’s (CMA) infant formula study – here’s our verdict on their response
12 months – 12 moments: a year in review
Our Policy team looks back at their most impactful moments and achievements from 2025, with the year in review.
Government takes steps to improve diets and tackle alcohol harm
Our response to the UK Budget on 26 November 2025 – in which the government has made initial steps towards tackling obesity and alcohol harm