News & Events
Bladder Cancer Burden Survey findings discussed at AUA2026
Our Executive Director Alex Filicevas and Dr Ashish Kamat, MD, Chair of the WBCPC Scientific Advisory Board, discussed findings from the Bladder Cancer Burden Survey at AUA2026, revealing the profound impact of treatment on the daily lives of people affected by bladder cancer.
Men’s Health Week 2026: Raising Awareness and Supporting Early Diagnosis
WBCPC marks Men’s Health Week 2026 by raising awareness of bladder cancer’s disproportionate impact on men and encouraging early diagnosis.
World Continence Week 2026
As World Continence Week 2026 runs from 15 to 21 June, we highlight the urinary symptoms that commonly affect people living with bladder cancer, share resources to support patients, survivors and carers, and join a global call to break the stigma around incontinence.
WBCPC joins All.Can International at the European Parliament to advance person-centred cancer care
Our Executive Director co-moderated an All.Can International event at the European Parliament in Brussels, focused on making person-centred cancer care a reality across Europe.
World Bladder Cancer Patient Forum 2026: Explore the agenda and join us in Hong Kong
The global bladder cancer community is heading to Hong Kong. Here is what to expect at this year’s Forum on September 21 and 22, 2026.
Bladder Cancer Awareness Month 2026: there’s still time to get involved!
This May, people and organisations around the world have been taking action for bladder cancer awareness. Here is how you can still get involved this final week.
Smoking and bladder cancer – World No Tobacco Day
This WHO No Tobacco Day we highlight the impact of tobacco smoking and bladder cancer incidence, the need for policy action and raising awareness.
CANVES holds second bladder cancer patient day in Valencia
Our member, CANVES, held its second Bladder Cancer Patient Day in Valencia, bringing together patients, carers, and healthcare professionals to explore care, treatment decisions and the road ahead.
When Treatment Shapes Life: Insights from the Bladder Burden Survey
New joint survey presented ahead of the AUA Annual Meeting with a panel discussion on the emotional, physical and everyday burden of bladder cancer treatment.
Why does raising awareness matter?
Too many people dismiss symptoms like blood in the urine. During Bladder Cancer Awareness Month 2026, the “Feeling Unsure? Get Checked.” campaign encourages earlier action and awareness worldwide.



