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A new way to define obesity
A healthcare professional uses a yellow measuring tape to assess waist size, reflecting the new definition of obesity beyond BMI, whilst only their upper bodies and hands are visible.

A new way to define obesity

Is there a better way to classify obesity than relying on BMI alone? We spoke to Dr Heinz Freising at the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) about this question and his research into a new definition of obesity.

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Building research where it matters: lessons from studying breast cancer in Sub-Saharan Africa
A group of people wearing bright orange shirts stand together outdoors, smiling at the camera. One person holds a sign that reads CANCER IS JUST A WORD, raising awareness about breast cancer in sub-Saharan Africa. Trees and a billboard are visible in the background.

Building research where it matters: lessons from studying breast cancer in Sub-Saharan Africa

Prof Reginald Annan makes the case for African-led research – and shares what building it from the ground up actually looks like.

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Thank you for Every Step
A group of people wearing blue World Cancer Research Fund T-shirts smile and pose together outdoors, holding blue clackers. Blue banners and trees are visible in the background.

Thank you for Every Step

Rachael Hutson, CEO at World Cancer Research Fund, reflects on the London Marathon 2026 and shares other ways to support our life-saving research.

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