News & Events

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.

Europe’s Beating Cancer Plan mid-term review: Key takeaways
WBCPC took part in the DG SANTE webinar on implementing Europe’s Beating Cancer Plan, highlighting project results and new initiatives in cancer care, telemedicine, and personalised medicine.
European Week Against Cancer – strengthening action on cancer awareness and prevention
This European Week Against Cancer, we join the call to strengthen awareness, prevention, and early detection efforts to better support people affected by bladder cancer across Europe.
20th anniversary of MEPs against cancer: Reflections on two decades of action
WBCPC participated in the 20th anniversary event of the MEPs Against Cancer (MAC) group at the European Parliament. The event gathered policymakers, cancer organisations, and civil society to reflect on progress and future priorities in cancer prevention, care, and research across Europe.
CANVES hosts first bladder cancer patient day in Madrid
CANVES held its first Bladder Cancer Patient Day in Madrid, where WBCPC joined to highlight the role of patient organisations and strengthen collaboration across the bladder cancer community in Spain.
Strengthening the voice of patients at the Cancer Mission Fair in Warsaw
Highlights from the First Cancer Mission Fair and ECHoS meeting in Warsaw, where we shared our work on patient engagement and celebrated key milestones in European cancer advocacy.

Clinical Trials Day: A commitment to better patient outcomes
This Clinical Trials Day, we highlight the importance of patient-centred research in bladder cancer and the urgent need to expand access to clinical trials for all.
Why is Bladder Cancer Awareness Month important?
Bladder cancer awareness in May emphasises symptom recognition, early detection, and global support through advocacy and online engagement.