CO-CAPTAIN Project
@co-captain.bsky.social
Optimising health care pathways: cancer prevention for people with mental ill health.
Project funded by the #EuropeanCommission 's #HorizonEurope programme.
www.cocaptain.eu
Project funded by the #EuropeanCommission 's #HorizonEurope programme.
www.cocaptain.eu
We’re proud to be part of the EU Cancer Mission’s new communication campaign, which highlights the diversity and impact of projects working to reduce the cancer burden across Europe.
▶️ Watch the full video here:
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▶️ Watch the full video here:
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EU Cancer Mission Project: Co-Captain – Improving Cancer Prevention for People with Mental Health
YouTube video by EU Science & Innovation
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December 16, 2025 at 12:58 PM
We’re proud to be part of the EU Cancer Mission’s new communication campaign, which highlights the diversity and impact of projects working to reduce the cancer burden across Europe.
▶️ Watch the full video here:
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▶️ Watch the full video here:
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Cancer prevention, step by step — the Greek pilot of #COCAPTAIN is advancing efforts to make preventive care more inclusive.
🧭 Read more about their work here:
🧭 Read more about their work here:
Progress of the Greek pilot - CO-CAPTAIN
The Greek pilot is advancing in testing a person-centred navigation model to support people experiencing mental ill-health in accessing cancer prevention.
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December 2, 2025 at 11:06 AM
Cancer prevention, step by step — the Greek pilot of #COCAPTAIN is advancing efforts to make preventive care more inclusive.
🧭 Read more about their work here:
🧭 Read more about their work here:
Too often, health systems fail to integrate mental health care into cancer prevention strategies.
People with severe mental illness are less likely to be screened and often diagnosed later (Lancet Psychiatry, 2019)
CO-CAPTAIN seeks more accessible, supportive and people-centred prevention.
People with severe mental illness are less likely to be screened and often diagnosed later (Lancet Psychiatry, 2019)
CO-CAPTAIN seeks more accessible, supportive and people-centred prevention.
November 27, 2025 at 9:01 AM
Too often, health systems fail to integrate mental health care into cancer prevention strategies.
People with severe mental illness are less likely to be screened and often diagnosed later (Lancet Psychiatry, 2019)
CO-CAPTAIN seeks more accessible, supportive and people-centred prevention.
People with severe mental illness are less likely to be screened and often diagnosed later (Lancet Psychiatry, 2019)
CO-CAPTAIN seeks more accessible, supportive and people-centred prevention.
With over 560 people reached and 101 participants recruited, the Polish pilot of #COCAPTAIN_EU — led by the Medical University of Lodz — is proving how local action can fuel national transformation.
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Progress of the Polish pilot - CO-CAPTAIN
The Polish pilot of the CO-CAPTAIN project, coordinated by the Medical University of Lodz, presents its latest updates.
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November 25, 2025 at 12:37 PM
With over 560 people reached and 101 participants recruited, the Polish pilot of #COCAPTAIN_EU — led by the Medical University of Lodz — is proving how local action can fuel national transformation.
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You can now explore the latest results from the CO-CAPTAIN pilot in Madrid (Spain):
Progress of the Spanish pilot - CO-CAPTAIN
As part of the CO-CAPTAIN project, the Community of Madrid is leading one of the four national pilots aimed at improving access to cancer prevention for people experiencing mental ill-health.
cocaptain.eu
November 20, 2025 at 9:03 AM
You can now explore the latest results from the CO-CAPTAIN pilot in Madrid (Spain):
The #COCAPTAIN_EU pilot in Austria is making cancer prevention more inclusive — with 86 participants and a person-centred approach focused on trust and flexibility.
CO-CAPTAIN AustriaProgress of the Austrian pilot - CO-CAPTAIN
Discover how CO-CAPTAIN Austria empowers people experiencing mental ill-health through patient navigation for inclusive, person-centred cancer prevention.
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November 19, 2025 at 9:03 AM
The #COCAPTAIN_EU pilot in Austria is making cancer prevention more inclusive — with 86 participants and a person-centred approach focused on trust and flexibility.
Across Europe, men are more likely to delay seeking medical help, which affects both their overall health and access to prevention.
CO-CAPTAIN walk alongside people experiencing mental ill-health, offering a navigation model that doesn’t just inform — it listens, supports, and moves forward together
CO-CAPTAIN walk alongside people experiencing mental ill-health, offering a navigation model that doesn’t just inform — it listens, supports, and moves forward together
November 18, 2025 at 9:02 AM
Across Europe, men are more likely to delay seeking medical help, which affects both their overall health and access to prevention.
CO-CAPTAIN walk alongside people experiencing mental ill-health, offering a navigation model that doesn’t just inform — it listens, supports, and moves forward together
CO-CAPTAIN walk alongside people experiencing mental ill-health, offering a navigation model that doesn’t just inform — it listens, supports, and moves forward together
World Lung Cancer Day
Lung cancer remains one of the most deadly — and preventable — forms of cancer. While tobacco use, pollution, and exposure to toxins are well-known risk factors, there are other invisible barriers too: stigma, mental ill-health, and unequal access to prevention and screening.
Lung cancer remains one of the most deadly — and preventable — forms of cancer. While tobacco use, pollution, and exposure to toxins are well-known risk factors, there are other invisible barriers too: stigma, mental ill-health, and unequal access to prevention and screening.
November 17, 2025 at 11:02 AM
World Lung Cancer Day
Lung cancer remains one of the most deadly — and preventable — forms of cancer. While tobacco use, pollution, and exposure to toxins are well-known risk factors, there are other invisible barriers too: stigma, mental ill-health, and unequal access to prevention and screening.
Lung cancer remains one of the most deadly — and preventable — forms of cancer. While tobacco use, pollution, and exposure to toxins are well-known risk factors, there are other invisible barriers too: stigma, mental ill-health, and unequal access to prevention and screening.
Yesterday, the 2025 New Medical Economics Awards were announced — recognising innovation, impact, and commitment across the fields of health and social care in Spain.
We are proud that CO-CAPTAIN was among the winners for Best Social and Health Awareness Campaign👏👏👏
We are proud that CO-CAPTAIN was among the winners for Best Social and Health Awareness Campaign👏👏👏
November 14, 2025 at 9:48 AM
Yesterday, the 2025 New Medical Economics Awards were announced — recognising innovation, impact, and commitment across the fields of health and social care in Spain.
We are proud that CO-CAPTAIN was among the winners for Best Social and Health Awareness Campaign👏👏👏
We are proud that CO-CAPTAIN was among the winners for Best Social and Health Awareness Campaign👏👏👏
#Movember begins, a global movement raising awareness of men's health — especially mental health, cancer prevention, and suicide prevention.
Let’s break the silence and promote real conversations about mental wellbeing, vulnerability, and equitable access to cancer prevention services for all.
Let’s break the silence and promote real conversations about mental wellbeing, vulnerability, and equitable access to cancer prevention services for all.
November 1, 2025 at 9:02 AM
#Movember begins, a global movement raising awareness of men's health — especially mental health, cancer prevention, and suicide prevention.
Let’s break the silence and promote real conversations about mental wellbeing, vulnerability, and equitable access to cancer prevention services for all.
Let’s break the silence and promote real conversations about mental wellbeing, vulnerability, and equitable access to cancer prevention services for all.
According to the WHO, breast cancer is the most common cancer globally, with over 2.3 million cases in 2020.
At #COCAPTAIN, we work with communities to co-create support systems that meet people where they are — emotionally, socially, and structurally.
#BreastCancerAwareness
At #COCAPTAIN, we work with communities to co-create support systems that meet people where they are — emotionally, socially, and structurally.
#BreastCancerAwareness
October 31, 2025 at 9:02 AM
According to the WHO, breast cancer is the most common cancer globally, with over 2.3 million cases in 2020.
At #COCAPTAIN, we work with communities to co-create support systems that meet people where they are — emotionally, socially, and structurally.
#BreastCancerAwareness
At #COCAPTAIN, we work with communities to co-create support systems that meet people where they are — emotionally, socially, and structurally.
#BreastCancerAwareness
According to the World Health Organization, 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer at some point in their lives. When detected early, the 5-year survival rate is over 90% — a powerful reminder that screening saves lives.
#BreastCancerAwareness #COCAPTAIN
#BreastCancerAwareness #COCAPTAIN
October 28, 2025 at 9:01 AM
According to the World Health Organization, 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer at some point in their lives. When detected early, the 5-year survival rate is over 90% — a powerful reminder that screening saves lives.
#BreastCancerAwareness #COCAPTAIN
#BreastCancerAwareness #COCAPTAIN
🎥 New interview from the CO-CAPTAIN series now online!
In this video, Liuska Sanna, Head of Operations at Mental Health Europe, reflects on the essential role of rights-based, person-centred approaches in improving cancer prevention for people living with mental ill-health.
youtu.be/bQ45gJNRTrA
In this video, Liuska Sanna, Head of Operations at Mental Health Europe, reflects on the essential role of rights-based, person-centred approaches in improving cancer prevention for people living with mental ill-health.
youtu.be/bQ45gJNRTrA
CO-CAPTAIN Interviews_Liuska Sanna (Mental Health Europe)
YouTube video by CO-CAPTAIN Project
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October 22, 2025 at 7:31 AM
🎥 New interview from the CO-CAPTAIN series now online!
In this video, Liuska Sanna, Head of Operations at Mental Health Europe, reflects on the essential role of rights-based, person-centred approaches in improving cancer prevention for people living with mental ill-health.
youtu.be/bQ45gJNRTrA
In this video, Liuska Sanna, Head of Operations at Mental Health Europe, reflects on the essential role of rights-based, person-centred approaches in improving cancer prevention for people living with mental ill-health.
youtu.be/bQ45gJNRTrA
Prevention is not just a message — it’s a model
As #BreastCancerAwareness Month comes to a close, let’s remember that awareness is just the first step.
What people need is ongoing support, clear guidance, and a system that adapts to their reality.
#COCAPTAIN
As #BreastCancerAwareness Month comes to a close, let’s remember that awareness is just the first step.
What people need is ongoing support, clear guidance, and a system that adapts to their reality.
#COCAPTAIN
October 21, 2025 at 8:01 AM
Prevention is not just a message — it’s a model
As #BreastCancerAwareness Month comes to a close, let’s remember that awareness is just the first step.
What people need is ongoing support, clear guidance, and a system that adapts to their reality.
#COCAPTAIN
As #BreastCancerAwareness Month comes to a close, let’s remember that awareness is just the first step.
What people need is ongoing support, clear guidance, and a system that adapts to their reality.
#COCAPTAIN
Too often, barriers like language, transport, mental health, or lack of information stand between a person and a simple screening.
At CO-CAPTAIN, we are working to change that.
Because prevention must be designed for real lives, not perfect scenarios.
#BreastCancerAwareness #COCAPTAIN
At CO-CAPTAIN, we are working to change that.
Because prevention must be designed for real lives, not perfect scenarios.
#BreastCancerAwareness #COCAPTAIN
October 14, 2025 at 8:02 AM
Too often, barriers like language, transport, mental health, or lack of information stand between a person and a simple screening.
At CO-CAPTAIN, we are working to change that.
Because prevention must be designed for real lives, not perfect scenarios.
#BreastCancerAwareness #COCAPTAIN
At CO-CAPTAIN, we are working to change that.
Because prevention must be designed for real lives, not perfect scenarios.
#BreastCancerAwareness #COCAPTAIN
🏆 We’re honoured to share some exciting news!
CO-CAPTAIN has been awarded the Best Social and Health Communication Campaign at the 2025 New Medical Economics Awards — recognising our commitment to raising awareness about cancer prevention in people living with mental illness.
CO-CAPTAIN has been awarded the Best Social and Health Communication Campaign at the 2025 New Medical Economics Awards — recognising our commitment to raising awareness about cancer prevention in people living with mental illness.
October 13, 2025 at 9:03 AM
🏆 We’re honoured to share some exciting news!
CO-CAPTAIN has been awarded the Best Social and Health Communication Campaign at the 2025 New Medical Economics Awards — recognising our commitment to raising awareness about cancer prevention in people living with mental illness.
CO-CAPTAIN has been awarded the Best Social and Health Communication Campaign at the 2025 New Medical Economics Awards — recognising our commitment to raising awareness about cancer prevention in people living with mental illness.
On this #WorldMentalHealthDay, we reaffirm:
There is no effective cancer prevention without mental health care at its core.
Emotional wellbeing, trust, and psychological safety are essential to accessing screening, understanding risk, and following through with care.
#COCAPTAIN
There is no effective cancer prevention without mental health care at its core.
Emotional wellbeing, trust, and psychological safety are essential to accessing screening, understanding risk, and following through with care.
#COCAPTAIN
October 10, 2025 at 11:02 AM
On this #WorldMentalHealthDay, we reaffirm:
There is no effective cancer prevention without mental health care at its core.
Emotional wellbeing, trust, and psychological safety are essential to accessing screening, understanding risk, and following through with care.
#COCAPTAIN
There is no effective cancer prevention without mental health care at its core.
Emotional wellbeing, trust, and psychological safety are essential to accessing screening, understanding risk, and following through with care.
#COCAPTAIN
There is no cancer prevention without mental health support.
At #COCAPTAIN, we support people facing barriers like fear, stigma, or anxiety — because mental wellbeing is essential to accessing care.
There’s no equity in cancer care without mental health at the core.
#WorldMentalHealthDay
At #COCAPTAIN, we support people facing barriers like fear, stigma, or anxiety — because mental wellbeing is essential to accessing care.
There’s no equity in cancer care without mental health at the core.
#WorldMentalHealthDay
October 10, 2025 at 8:01 AM
There is no cancer prevention without mental health support.
At #COCAPTAIN, we support people facing barriers like fear, stigma, or anxiety — because mental wellbeing is essential to accessing care.
There’s no equity in cancer care without mental health at the core.
#WorldMentalHealthDay
At #COCAPTAIN, we support people facing barriers like fear, stigma, or anxiety — because mental wellbeing is essential to accessing care.
There’s no equity in cancer care without mental health at the core.
#WorldMentalHealthDay
Mental health and breast cancer prevention are closely linked. Fear, anxiety, stigma, or past experiences can keep people from seeking help early.
Our navigators offer not just guidance — but emotional support, helping people overcome the barriers that often go unspoken.
#BreastCancerAwareness
Our navigators offer not just guidance — but emotional support, helping people overcome the barriers that often go unspoken.
#BreastCancerAwareness
October 7, 2025 at 8:01 AM
Mental health and breast cancer prevention are closely linked. Fear, anxiety, stigma, or past experiences can keep people from seeking help early.
Our navigators offer not just guidance — but emotional support, helping people overcome the barriers that often go unspoken.
#BreastCancerAwareness
Our navigators offer not just guidance — but emotional support, helping people overcome the barriers that often go unspoken.
#BreastCancerAwareness
In this interview, Dr. Igor Grabovac (Medical University of Vienna) discusses how the project is addressing inequalities in cancer prevention for people experiencing mental ill-health through a person-centred Patient Navigation model.
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CO-CAPTAIN Interviews_Igor Grabovac (Medical University of Vienna)
In this interview, Dr. Igor Grabovac, coordinator of the CO-CAPTAIN project and researcher at the Medical University of Vienna, discusses how the project is ...
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October 2, 2025 at 8:02 AM
In this interview, Dr. Igor Grabovac (Medical University of Vienna) discusses how the project is addressing inequalities in cancer prevention for people experiencing mental ill-health through a person-centred Patient Navigation model.
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Breast Cancer Awareness Month
This October, we join the global call to raise awareness about breast cancer. Early detection saves lives — but only when people can access the care they need, understand their options, and feel supported throughout the process.
#BreastCancerAwareness #COCAPTAIN
This October, we join the global call to raise awareness about breast cancer. Early detection saves lives — but only when people can access the care they need, understand their options, and feel supported throughout the process.
#BreastCancerAwareness #COCAPTAIN
October 1, 2025 at 8:02 AM
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
This October, we join the global call to raise awareness about breast cancer. Early detection saves lives — but only when people can access the care they need, understand their options, and feel supported throughout the process.
#BreastCancerAwareness #COCAPTAIN
This October, we join the global call to raise awareness about breast cancer. Early detection saves lives — but only when people can access the care they need, understand their options, and feel supported throughout the process.
#BreastCancerAwareness #COCAPTAIN
The CO-CAPTAIN team participated yesterday in the 2nd Annual Meeting of the Prevention and Early Detection Cluster - Implementation Research, held in Barcelona and hosted by the PIECES Project at the Catalan Public Health Secretariat.
🔗 Read more on our website: cocaptain.eu/2nd-annual-c...
🔗 Read more on our website: cocaptain.eu/2nd-annual-c...
CO-CAPTAIN Pilots – August 2025 Update - CO-CAPTAIN
Discover the latest progress of CO-CAPTAIN pilots in Austria, Greece, Poland and Spain. Over 1,200 people reached and 262 participants enrolled.
cocaptain.eu
September 30, 2025 at 12:13 PM
The CO-CAPTAIN team participated yesterday in the 2nd Annual Meeting of the Prevention and Early Detection Cluster - Implementation Research, held in Barcelona and hosted by the PIECES Project at the Catalan Public Health Secretariat.
🔗 Read more on our website: cocaptain.eu/2nd-annual-c...
🔗 Read more on our website: cocaptain.eu/2nd-annual-c...
CO-CAPTAIN_EU enters a new stage with the launch of WP5, led by our partner IFIC.
Over the coming months, the team will co-design local implementation plans and develop evidence-based policy recommendations to scale up person-centred navigation across Europe.
cocaptain.eu/wp5-begins/
Over the coming months, the team will co-design local implementation plans and develop evidence-based policy recommendations to scale up person-centred navigation across Europe.
cocaptain.eu/wp5-begins/
CO-CAPTAIN Pilots – August 2025 Update - CO-CAPTAIN
Discover the latest progress of CO-CAPTAIN pilots in Austria, Greece, Poland and Spain. Over 1,200 people reached and 262 participants enrolled.
cocaptain.eu
September 26, 2025 at 7:56 AM
CO-CAPTAIN_EU enters a new stage with the launch of WP5, led by our partner IFIC.
Over the coming months, the team will co-design local implementation plans and develop evidence-based policy recommendations to scale up person-centred navigation across Europe.
cocaptain.eu/wp5-begins/
Over the coming months, the team will co-design local implementation plans and develop evidence-based policy recommendations to scale up person-centred navigation across Europe.
cocaptain.eu/wp5-begins/
CO-CAPTAIN has been preselected as a finalist in the category “Mejor campaña de divulgación sociosanitaria” (Best Health & Social Awareness Campaign) at the Premios NME 2025, organised by New Medical Economics.
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September 25, 2025 at 8:28 AM
CO-CAPTAIN has been preselected as a finalist in the category “Mejor campaña de divulgación sociosanitaria” (Best Health & Social Awareness Campaign) at the Premios NME 2025, organised by New Medical Economics.
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We are pleased to share that the CO-CAPTAIN poster, presented during the VII International Congress of the Polish Society for Public Health, has been selected for inclusion in the post-conference publication:
https://e-methodology.eu/index.php/e-methodology/article/view/1550
https://e-methodology.eu/index.php/e-methodology/article/view/1550
September 10, 2025 at 8:03 AM
We are pleased to share that the CO-CAPTAIN poster, presented during the VII International Congress of the Polish Society for Public Health, has been selected for inclusion in the post-conference publication:
https://e-methodology.eu/index.php/e-methodology/article/view/1550
https://e-methodology.eu/index.php/e-methodology/article/view/1550