Non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer is the most common type of bladder cancer. Many people are told it is “early-stage” or “highly treatable”, yet are not always prepared for the fact that care often continues over many years.
We are pleased to launch “Understanding Treatment for Non-Muscle-Invasive Bladder Cancer (NMIBC)”, a new resource in the WBCPC Factsheet Series. This factsheet was developed to help patients and carers understand how NMIBC is treated over time and why regular follow-up is such an important part of care.
On November 26, 2025, the world marks the International Caregiver Day by appreciating the important contributions of carers around the world, especially those supporting people affected by bladder cancer.
Bladder cancer, the 9th most commonly diagnosed cancer globally, affects not only patients but also their families and friends. Carers, often close family members or friends, play an essential role in providing practical assistance and emotional support throughout the cancer journey.
Our Bladder Cancer Patient &
The World Bladder Cancer Patient Coalition is pleased to announce the launch of the Portuguese version of Factsheet 1: “What is Bladder Cancer?” developed in partnership with Instituto Oncoguia and CABEM Mais Vidas. This collaborative effort marks an important step in making clear, reliable information on bladder cancer more accessible to Portuguese-speaking patients, families and healthcare professionals.
This factsheet is designed as a decision-aid tool to support people who are newly diagnosed with bladder cancer.
WBCPC participated for the first time in the World Cancer Leaders’ Summit, held on November 18–20, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. The invitation-only event, hosted by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) , brings together leaders in cancer control from across the world to exchange ideas, shape future policy priorities and explore new opportunities for collaboration. This year’s Summit themed Bridging Divides, Building Futures, welcomed more than 400 participants,
The World Bladder Cancer Patient Coalition took part in the 15th AORTIC International Conference on Cancer in Africa, held on November 2-5, 2025 in Hammamet, Tunisia. Organised by the African Organisation for Research and Training in Cancer (AORTIC), the event brought together clinicians, researchers, policymakers, and patient advocates from across the continent and beyond.
This year’s theme, “Advancing Cancer Care Across Africa: Equity Through Empowering Research &
