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International Conference in Riga on Personalised Cancer Screening Brings Together Europe’s Leading Experts

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Marketing bans – the role of advertising in alcohol consumption

24.09.2025 Marketing bans – the role of advertising in alcohol consumption WHO/Europe and IARC examine the impact of alcohol marketing on cancer risk. Advertising in alcohol consumption On 24 September 2025, WHO/Europe and IARC organized a webinar exploring the impact of alcohol advertising on consumption patterns, with a focus on cancer prevention. Alcohol is

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IARC – Joining new global oral cancer screening network

IARC - Joining new global oral cancer screening network An international call to strengthen collaboration in oral cancer early detection  Oral Cancer ScreeningA new global oral cancer screening network was launched on 29 September 2025 to connect researchers, clinicians, and public health professionals. The initiative, promoted by IARC’s Oral Cancer Team, addresses

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IARC launches public consultation on cervical cancer screening approaches

IARC launches public consultation on cervical cancer screening approaches Stakeholder consultation on innovative screening methods for cervical cancer Cervical Cancer Screening On 30 September 2025, IARC opened a global consultation to gather expert and stakeholder input on future cervical cancer screening strategies. Cervical cancer, largely preventable through HPV vaccination and timely testing, still

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Webinar on alcohol availability policies

Webinar on alcohol availability policies

Webinar, September 2025 Webinar on alcohol availability policies regulating access to reduce consumption Alcohol availability policies WHO Europe, in partnership with IARC, organised a webinar exploring how limiting the availability of alcohol can reduce consumption and cancer risk. Speakers presented evidence showing that policies such as restricted sales hours, minimum pricing, and reduced retail

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