Expanding access to bladder cancer information: factsheets available in Portuguese

The World Bladder Cancer Patient Coalition (WBCPC) has expanded its Portuguese-language resources with the publication of five bladder cancer factsheets, supporting access to reliable, patient-friendly information for Portuguese-speaking communities.

This work builds on WBCPC’s ongoing collaboration with Oncoguia and CABEM Mais Vidas, whose expertise and local insight have been central to ensuring the factsheets are accurate, accessible and relevant for patients and families.

Access to clear information remains a key challenge for many people affected by bladder cancer, particularly when resources are not available in their own language. By making these materials available in Portuguese, WBCPC and its partners aim to help patients better understand bladder cancer, recognise symptoms, and feel more confident when engaging with healthcare professionals.

5 bladder cancer factsheets now available in Portuguese

The Portuguese factsheet series includes the following topics:

• What is bladder cancer?
  An overview of bladder cancer, including what it is, how it develops, and why early diagnosis matters.
• What is TURBT?
  An explanation of transurethral resection of bladder tumour (TURBT), a common procedure used to diagnose and treat bladder cancer.
• Key questions to ask your doctor or nurse
  A practical guide to help patients prepare for appointments and take an active role in discussions about their care.
• Symptoms of bladder cancer
  Information on the most common warning signs, including symptoms that should prompt people to seek medical advice.

• Risk factors of bladder cancer
  An overview of factors that may increase the risk of developing bladder cancer, supporting awareness and prevention efforts.

Explore our factsheet library, which offers bladder cancer information in several languages for patients, families, and caregivers.

WBCPC welcomes collaboration with patient organisations and advocates interested in making bladder cancer information available in additional languages. If you would like to support the translation or adaptation of factsheets for your community, please get in touch with us.