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MEPs Against Cancer (MAC) @mepsagainstcancer.bsky.social · 19h

🚨 Did you know survival rates of childhood cancer can differ by up to 20% across Europe, because access to life-saving treatments isn’t equal?

⬇️ Watch MEP Romana Jerković (@socialistsanddemocrats.eu), Chair of MEPs Against Cancer, call for stronger action against childhood cancer.

#GoldSeptember

MEPs Against Cancer (MAC) @mepsagainstcancer.bsky.social · 3d

Every 15 minutes in Europe, a family hears the devastating news that their child has cancer.

As we wrap up #ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth, MEP Loucas Fourlas, Vice-Chair of MEPs Against Cancer, calls for stronger action against this disease.

#GoldSeptember @eppgroup.bsky.social

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MEPs Against Cancer (MAC) @mepsagainstcancer.bsky.social · Sep 3

Each year, over 6.000 children and adolescents in Europe die from childhood cancer. That’s the equivalent of 200 school buses 🥀

September is #ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth. Learn how you can get involved: siope.eu/shinegold

#ShineGold #CancerResearch

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Digestive Cancers Europe @digestivecancerseu.bsky.social · Aug 6

𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐱 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐫 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡
#AppendixCancer is on the rise and, unfortunately, often misunderstood. Misconceptions can lead to delayed diagnoses, incorrect treatment, and missed warning signs.
➡️ digestivecancers.eu/what-is-appe...

@mepsagainstcancer.bsky.social @obshealth.bsky.social

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MEPs Against Cancer (MAC) @mepsagainstcancer.bsky.social · Jun 18

We're thrilled to welcome @nicogcasares.bsky.social to the MEPs Against Cancer group!

Together, we are committed to stopping cancer before it starts 🚫, improving access to better treatments 💊 and empowering life beyond cancer 🎗️

Learn more: www.mepsagainstcancer.eu

#EUCancerPlan

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MEPs Against Cancer (MAC) @mepsagainstcancer.bsky.social · May 26

🌍🎗️ The European Week Against Cancer is here!

Cancer causes 1 in 4 deaths in the European Union. The good news? Over 40% of all cancer cases can be prevented! Together, we stand united for a Europe free of cancer.

👉 Join #EWAC2025: www.cancer.eu/ewac

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MEPs Against Cancer (MAC) @mepsagainstcancer.bsky.social · May 22

"Over the past two decades, MEPs Against Cancer have worked hand in hand with civil society to make cancer a top health priority.”

Ramon Reyes, President of @cancerleagues.bsky.social, notes the key role civil society in the fight against cancer.

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MEPs Against Cancer (MAC) @mepsagainstcancer.bsky.social · May 22

Cancer is on track to becoming the leading cause of death in Europe by 2035.

To truly address this trend, we must act on all fronts, explains Oxana Domenti (@whoeurope.bsky.social) as she highlights the important work of health experts in the fight against cancer.

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MEPs Against Cancer (MAC) @mepsagainstcancer.bsky.social · May 22

Cancer remains one of Europe's greatest health threats. The #EUCancerMission aims to change that.

Annika Nowak (EU Commission’s DG for Research and Innovation) lists of its achievements so far.

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MEPs Against Cancer (MAC) @mepsagainstcancer.bsky.social · May 22

Four years ago, the European Commission made a political commitment to turn the tide against cancer.

During the 20th anniversary of MEPs Against Cancer, Matthias Schuppe (EU Commission’s DG for Health and Food Safety) reflects on the achievements and roadblocks of the #EUCancerPlan so far.

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MEPs Against Cancer (MAC) @mepsagainstcancer.bsky.social · May 22

🗨️ “Congratulations to MEPs Against Cancer for 20 years of dedication to reducing the cancer burden. Commitment & unity are essential in this undertaking. That’s the spirit of the #EUCancerPlan.”

Thank you Olivér Várhelyi, European Commissioner for Health and Animal Welfare, for your words!

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MEPs Against Cancer (MAC) @mepsagainstcancer.bsky.social · May 22

🗨️ “The full implementation of the #EUCancerPlan is more crucial than ever,” says Ramon Reyes, President of @cancerleagues.bsky.social.

Today, ahead of the European Week Against Cancer - #EWAC2025 - we mark 20 years of MEPs Against Cancer.

👉 shorturl.at/75FNN

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MEPs Against Cancer (MAC) @mepsagainstcancer.bsky.social · May 22

Since 2005, MEPs Against Cancer have been leading the fight against cancer in Europe.

✅ Helped shape the #EUCancerPlan
✅ Strengthened the #EU4Health programme
✅ Secured funding for the EU Cancer Mission

Read more from our Chair, MEP Romana Jerkovic: shorturl.at/75FNN

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MEPs Against Cancer (MAC) @mepsagainstcancer.bsky.social · May 22

Celebrating 20 years of MEPs Against Cancer! 🎉

For two decades, our MEPs have led the charge in shaping Europe’s fight against cancer.

Today, we are joined by the cancer community to mark this milestone in the European Parliament.

👉 Read more: shorturl.at/75FNN

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MEPs Against Cancer (MAC) @mepsagainstcancer.bsky.social · May 21

What is the link between #PFAS and cancer? 🧪

Yesterday, MEPs Against Cancer and ECL hosted a webinar on the latest science on these #ForeverChemicals & the urgent need to protect people's health.

Thanks to MEP @tillymetz.bsky.social for hosting the debate!

📺 Catch the recording: shorturl.at/DdDd8

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MEPs Against Cancer (MAC) @mepsagainstcancer.bsky.social · May 20

We're going live soon! 🎙️

Join us as we unpack the link between PFAS (also known as #ForeverChemicals) and cancer in a webinar hosted by our Vice-Chair, MEP @tillymetz.bsky.social.

Tune in and listen to our expert panelists 👇

MEPs Against Cancer (MAC) @mepsagainstcancer.bsky.social · May 7

What's the link between PFAS (also known as #ForeverChemicals) and cancer? 🧪

Join our webinar to explore the science - and why there is an urgent need for policy action to protect people's health.

📅 20 May 2025, 10:30 – 12:00 CEST
👉 shorturl.at/Tis49

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European Week Against Cancer @weekagainstcancer.bsky.social · May 12

The European Week Against Cancer is just a few weeks away! 🌍🎗️

Cancer touches us all – but together, we can make a difference. Join #EWAC2025 to raise awareness, inspire action, and stand with millions across Europe.

Get involved today 👉 www.cancer.eu/ewac

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MEPs Against Cancer (MAC) @mepsagainstcancer.bsky.social · May 7

What's the link between PFAS (also known as #ForeverChemicals) and cancer? 🧪

Join our webinar to explore the science - and why there is an urgent need for policy action to protect people's health.

📅 20 May 2025, 10:30 – 12:00 CEST
👉 shorturl.at/Tis49

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MEPs Against Cancer (MAC) @mepsagainstcancer.bsky.social · Apr 30

5️⃣ Getting back to work after cancer is part of recovery – not just financially, but emotionally.

We must build fair, supportive systems that help everyone #ReturnToWork, says Christoph Kowalski (@krebsgesellschaft.bsky.social).

📺 Watch the recording: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pm4C...

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MEPs Against Cancer (MAC) @mepsagainstcancer.bsky.social · Apr 30

4️⃣ An EU study shows that most countries lack legislative frameworks to support cancer patients and survivors to #ReturnToWork.

The impact of cancer in the workplace can no longer be ignored, explains @veronicafoote.bsky.social (@workingwithcancer.bsky.social).

📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pm4C...

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MEPs Against Cancer (MAC) @mepsagainstcancer.bsky.social · Apr 30

3️⃣ Supporting cancer patients and survivors does not stop at the office door.

Cancer leagues across Europe are doing vital work to support people wanting to #ReturnToWork after their diagnosis – but we need stronger national policies, explains @albagilca.bsky.social (@cancerleagues.bsky.social).

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MEPs Against Cancer (MAC) @mepsagainstcancer.bsky.social · Apr 30

2️⃣ For cancer patients and survivors, being able to #ReturnToWork can be a key step to recovery.

Yet the road back can be difficult, explained Atefeh Sadeghi, a cancer survivor and advocate, during our webinar.

🔴📺 Watch the recording: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pm4C...

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MEPs Against Cancer (MAC) @mepsagainstcancer.bsky.social · Apr 30

1️⃣ Did you know cancer survivors are 1.4 times more likely to face unemployment?

This #InternationalWorkersDay, MEPs Against Cancer are shining a light on the challenges patients face to #ReturnToWork.

Thank you, MEP Romana Jerković (@socialistsanddemocrats.eu) for hosting this important debate! 👏

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MEPs Against Cancer (MAC) @mepsagainstcancer.bsky.social · Apr 30

Many cancer survivors want to #ReturnToWork. But finding a way back into the workplace is not always straightforward.

Ahead of #InternationalWorkersDay, MEPs Against Cancer hosted a special webinar on supporting cancer patients and survivors in the workplace.

📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pm4C...

[MEPs Against Cancer] Supporting cancer patients and survivors in the workplace

YouTube video by EuroCancerLeagues

www.youtube.com

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European Cancer Leagues @cancerleagues.bsky.social · Apr 28

Did you know cancer survivors are 1.4 times more likely to face unemployment?

Join our special webinar with @mepsagainstcancer.bsky.social on supporting cancer patients and survivors #ReturnToWork.

📅 30 April, 10:00 - 11:30 CEST
👉 shorturl.at/ZKwBM

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