News & Events

28 August 2024. NEWS, Raising Awareness

Johnstone: Overcoming cancer one spin class at a time

During the Olympic Games, we invite you to discover Johnstone’s journey from dedicated spin cyclist to cancer survivor, showcasing the power of perseverance and physical fitness

“ Dream about returning to sports. Think positively and get help to slowly build up your strength. Cancer is not a barrier to resuming normal life, and a urostomy bag doesn't get in the way!
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25 August 2024. Engaging in Advocacy, EVENTS

Annual IBCG Retreat shaping global bladder cancer care

WBCPC joined the IBCG Retreat 2024, contributing patient advocacy perspectives to the development of recommendations for bladder cancer care.

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15 August 2024. Building Community, EVENTS

Save your seat – World Bladder Cancer Patient Forum

With only over one month to go, secure your seat at the World Bladder Cancer Patient Forum 2024 on October 1-2 in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic.

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2 August 2024. NEWS, Raising Awareness

Gwendoline: celebrating life and overcoming cancer through dance

During the Olympic Games, we invite you to discover Gwendoline’s inspiring journey from burlesque dancer to cancer survivor, highlighting the strength of creativity and determination through dance

“ Integrate your stoma and the accompanying bag into your sports activities. Adapt your sport to your abilities and remember that there’s no age limit to continue or start physical activity.
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29 July 2024. Building Community, NEWS

NEOVIDA joins WBCPC community

WBCPC welcomes a new member organisation to our international coalition -NEOVIDA, which supports people affected by bladder cancer in Belgium

“ Welcoming NEOVIDA to our coalition is a special moment as it becomes the first member organisation in the WBCPC home country – Belgium. A volunteer run group that was the first to step up in support of people affected by bladder cancer who have a neobladder. We look forward to a productive partnership of sharing knowledge and capacity building in Belgium and beyond.
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26 July 2024. NEWS, Raising Awareness

The athletic journey of Stewart: inspiring as a coach and cyclist

During the Olympics, we invite you to learn more about Stewart’s journey from coaching champions to cycling for a cause after his bladder cancer diagnosis.

“ Keeping fit helps with the journey. Sporting activity takes the mind away from the 'what ifs.' Sport of any description helps a person to be more logical, work through the bad times, knowing that by keeping to the training program, the good times will arrive.
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2 July 2024. NEWS, Raising Awareness

Fatima’s story: battling bladder cancer with strength and hope

Watch as Fatima from Mumbai shares her experience with bladder cancer, enduring various treatments and seeking positivity.

“ No cancer patient wants to hear anything negative. I just wanted to get some positivity from the people I met. I wanted them to give me hope that I would get well.
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20 June 2024. EVENTS, Raising Awareness

SAVE THE DATE – World Bladder Cancer Patient Forum 2024

Mark your calendar for the World Bladder Cancer Patient Forum 2024 which will take place on October 1-2, in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

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18 June 2024. NEWS, Raising Awareness

Catch-up with discussions from World Bladder Cancer Patient Forum 2023

The Forum summary report captures key discussions and ideas from the 3rd annual World Bladder Cancer Patient Forum

“ This year's Forum highlighted the power of collaboration within our community and with our partners. The report captures key discussions and outcomes, guiding our future actions and inspiring others to join us. We are dedicated to amplifying the voices of patients, survivors, and carers, and strengthening bladder cancer patient advocacy globally by supporting and connecting with each other.
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11 June 2024. NEWS, Raising Awareness

Vivian’s story: facing bladder cancer with strength and support of community

Watch as Vivian from South Africa shares her bladder cancer story, undergoing chemotherapy and finding hope in a women’s support group.

“ Nobody is talking about bladder cancer. When you speak about it, people are amazed. Bladder cancer? That’s when I thought maybe I am the only one. After joining a women's support group, I realised that I am not the only one and that we are all together with one objective. There’s always hope.
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