WBCPC appoints new President as the Board expands
The World Bladder Cancer Patient Coalition announces Lori Funk-Cirefice as its new President and welcomes new Directors to an enlarged Board

World Continence Week 2025
World Continence Week highlights the impact of urinary incontinence on bladder cancer patients and the importance of recognising and addressing continence challenges as part of cancer care.
Dr Lydia Makaroff steps down as WBCPC President
Dr Lydia Makaroff term as WBCPC President ends, with key milestones achieved in global bladder cancer patient engagement, advocacy, and awareness.

Men’s Health Week – Raising awareness and supporting early diagnosis
During Men’s Health Week 2025, the World Bladder Cancer Patient Coalition raises awareness about the higher risk of bladder cancer in men, emphasising early detection and sharing resources to support informed conversations.
Launch of the MEP interest group on continence health: Reflections on a new chapter
WBCPC joined the launch of the MEP Interest Group on Continence Health at the European Parliament, where experts and advocates called for urgent action on this often-overlooked issue.
Cancer Survivors Day – Celebrating strength, raising awareness
Marking Cancer Survivors Day 2025, we honour those who have faced bladder cancer and share resources to raise awareness about early detection and survivorship.