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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
A wine bottle with a warning label stating alcohol increases the risk of 7 different cancers, next to a filled wine glass. Bold red text reads The Great Alcohol Hoax on a dark, textured background as WCRF launches CPAW.

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
Various supplement containers on a wooden worktop, including a large black tub, white bottles, orange gummies, scattered red tablets, yellow powder with a scoop, white capsules, and cancer prevention supplements in blister packs.

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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Misinformation is putting lives at risk, warns Dr Philippa Kaye
A woman with wavy brown hair, wearing a red coat and red lipstick, stands outdoors in front of green foliage and a blurred background, smiling warmly at the camera.

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.

Read more
Tackling misinformation: The truth about the great alcohol hoax
A wine bottle with a warning label stating alcohol increases the risk of 7 different cancers, next to a filled wine glass. Bold red text reads The Great Alcohol Hoax on a dark, textured background as WCRF launches CPAW.

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.

Read more
Can supplements help prevent cancer? What health professionals need to know
Various supplement containers on a wooden worktop, including a large black tub, white bottles, orange gummies, scattered red tablets, yellow powder with a scoop, white capsules, and cancer prevention supplements in blister packs.

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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Latest research-related news and blogs

Misinformation is putting lives at risk, warns Dr Philippa Kaye
A woman with wavy brown hair, wearing a red coat and red lipstick, stands outdoors in front of green foliage and a blurred background, smiling warmly at the camera.

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.

Read more
Tackling misinformation: The truth about the great alcohol hoax
A wine bottle with a warning label stating alcohol increases the risk of 7 different cancers, next to a filled wine glass. Bold red text reads The Great Alcohol Hoax on a dark, textured background as WCRF launches CPAW.

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.

Read more
Can supplements help prevent cancer? What health professionals need to know
Various supplement containers on a wooden worktop, including a large black tub, white bottles, orange gummies, scattered red tablets, yellow powder with a scoop, white capsules, and cancer prevention supplements in blister packs.

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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“The hardest part of my cancer journey was misinformation”
A smiling person with a bald head sits in a hospital gown on a blue chair. Marks are drawn on their chest, including an arrow and a vertical line. They hold up two fingers in a peace sign.

“The hardest part of my cancer journey was misinformation”

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

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Misinformation is putting lives at risk, warns Dr Philippa Kaye
A woman with wavy brown hair, wearing a red coat and red lipstick, stands outdoors in front of green foliage and a blurred background, smiling warmly at the camera.

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.

Read more
Tackling misinformation: The truth about the great alcohol hoax
A wine bottle with a warning label stating alcohol increases the risk of 7 different cancers, next to a filled wine glass. Bold red text reads The Great Alcohol Hoax on a dark, textured background as WCRF launches CPAW.

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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On the frontline: Supporting health professionals to counter misinformation on cancer
A nutritionist explains healthy eating to a client, using a tablet to dispel misinformation. Fresh fruit and vegetables, as well as supplement bottles, are on the table between them.

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
A man and an older woman sit at a desk in an office, looking at a mobile together. They appear to be discussing details as the WCRF launches CPAW, with the man gesturing while the woman holds the phone.

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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WHA79: what it meant for cancer prevention and what comes next
A large conference hall filled with attendees seated at rows of desks, facing a stage where speakers stand at lecterns beneath the World Health Organisation emblem; large screens display World Health Assembly cancer prevention discussions.

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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Misinformation is putting lives at risk, warns Dr Philippa Kaye
A woman with wavy brown hair, wearing a red coat and red lipstick, stands outdoors in front of green foliage and a blurred background, smiling warmly at the camera.

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.

Read more
Tackling misinformation: The truth about the great alcohol hoax
A wine bottle with a warning label stating alcohol increases the risk of 7 different cancers, next to a filled wine glass. Bold red text reads The Great Alcohol Hoax on a dark, textured background as WCRF launches CPAW.

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.

Read more
Can supplements help prevent cancer? What health professionals need to know
Various supplement containers on a wooden worktop, including a large black tub, white bottles, orange gummies, scattered red tablets, yellow powder with a scoop, white capsules, and cancer prevention supplements in blister packs.

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.

Read more

Latest research-related news and blogs

Misinformation is putting lives at risk, warns Dr Philippa Kaye
A woman with wavy brown hair, wearing a red coat and red lipstick, stands outdoors in front of green foliage and a blurred background, smiling warmly at the camera.

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.

Read more
Tackling misinformation: The truth about the great alcohol hoax
A wine bottle with a warning label stating alcohol increases the risk of 7 different cancers, next to a filled wine glass. Bold red text reads The Great Alcohol Hoax on a dark, textured background as WCRF launches CPAW.

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.

Read more
Can supplements help prevent cancer? What health professionals need to know
Various supplement containers on a wooden worktop, including a large black tub, white bottles, orange gummies, scattered red tablets, yellow powder with a scoop, white capsules, and cancer prevention supplements in blister packs.

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.

Read more

Latest research-related news and blogs

Misinformation is putting lives at risk, warns Dr Philippa Kaye
A woman with wavy brown hair, wearing a red coat and red lipstick, stands outdoors in front of green foliage and a blurred background, smiling warmly at the camera.

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.

Read more
Tackling misinformation: The truth about the great alcohol hoax
A wine bottle with a warning label stating alcohol increases the risk of 7 different cancers, next to a filled wine glass. Bold red text reads The Great Alcohol Hoax on a dark, textured background as WCRF launches CPAW.

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.

Read more
Can supplements help prevent cancer? What health professionals need to know
Various supplement containers on a wooden worktop, including a large black tub, white bottles, orange gummies, scattered red tablets, yellow powder with a scoop, white capsules, and cancer prevention supplements in blister packs.

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.

Read more

Further research into breast cancer

How does physical activity reduce the risk of breast cancer?

How does physical activity reduce the risk of breast cancer?

Funded by WKOF, we’re working on the key biological pathways linking physical activity with breast cancer risk

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Metabolic syndrome, gut microbiome, and breast cancer risk in Sub-Saharan African women

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

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Folic acid, epigenetic regulation of BRCA genes and DNA repair

Folic acid, epigenetic regulation of BRCA genes and DNA repair

This research is a step towards helping nutritionists devise dietary recommendations for folic acid intake

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Misinformation is putting lives at risk, warns Dr Philippa Kaye
A woman with wavy brown hair, wearing a red coat and red lipstick, stands outdoors in front of green foliage and a blurred background, smiling warmly at the camera.

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.

Read more
Tackling misinformation: The truth about the great alcohol hoax
A wine bottle with a warning label stating alcohol increases the risk of 7 different cancers, next to a filled wine glass. Bold red text reads The Great Alcohol Hoax on a dark, textured background as WCRF launches CPAW.

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.

Read more
Can supplements help prevent cancer? What health professionals need to know
Various supplement containers on a wooden worktop, including a large black tub, white bottles, orange gummies, scattered red tablets, yellow powder with a scoop, white capsules, and cancer prevention supplements in blister packs.

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.

Read more

More research into colorectal cancer

Body mass index and surviving colorectal and endometrial cancers

Body mass index and surviving colorectal and endometrial cancers

The impact of BMI on cancer-related survival in chemotherapy-naive patients with non-metastatic colorectal and endometrial cancer

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Body fatness at adolescence, adult attained height and the development of tumours in Lynch syndrome

Body fatness at adolescence, adult attained height and the development of tumours in Lynch syndrome

Investigating the role of body fatness at adolescence & height on cancer in people with Lynch syndrome

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Comprehensive assessment, validation and causal identification of dietary exposures and cancer risk

Comprehensive assessment, validation and causal identification of dietary exposures and cancer risk

Konstantinos Tsilidis’s research uses nutrient-wide association studies to look at lung, breast, colorectal and prostate cancers

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