In this video, our President, Dr Lydia Makaroff, and Executive Director, Alex Filicevas wish the bladder cancer patient community a happy and healthy New Year and share some of the exciting projects and activities taking place in 2024.
We highlight many different projects that will take place this year:
Bladder Cancer is the 10th most commonly diagnosed cancer in the world with 570,000 people diagnosed each year. Around the world, the 1.7 million people living with the condition have their own journeys and personal bladder cancer stories to share.
Below we are honoured to share the bladder cancer journey of Karen. Bladder cancer stories are a powerful reminder of the impact of bladder cancer and also help raise awareness of bladder cancer and highlight the urgent need for new treatments and research,
The New Year is a great time to start fresh and discover new opportunities to make the upcoming year the best one yet. We have some suggested resolutions just for you, aimed at making a positive impact on the community of people affected by bladder cancer. It’s a chance to turn a new leaf and contribute in a meaningful way to people facing bladder cancer today.
Get involved during Bladder Cancer Awareness Month
Start the conversation with your network on the social media of your choice by sharing one of these ready-made posts below.
Bladder Cancer is the 10th most commonly diagnosed cancer in the world with 570,000 people diagnosed each year. Around the world, the 1.7 million people living with the condition have their own journeys and personal bladder cancer stories to share.
Below we are honoured to share the bladder cancer journey of Angela. Bladder cancer stories are a powerful reminder of the impact of bladder cancer and also help raise awareness of bladder cancer and highlight the urgent need for new treatments and research,
We are delighted to welcome the Argentinian bladder cancer patient organisation VICARE to our Coalition. The organisation becomes first member organisation of the World Bladder Cancer Patient Coalition in South America.
Vicare was created in July 2020 and is the first association of patients and families with bladder cancer or kidney cancer in Argentina. It was founded to reduce the mortality of the disease, support patients and their families and improve care and the quality of life for people affected by bladder cancer.
For the second consecutive year, the World Bladder Cancer Patient Coalition was thrilled to offer the Bladder Cancer Awareness Month Grants (BCAM Grant) in 2023. The BCAM Grants enable patient organisations, support, or advocacy groups in low and middle-income countries to bring awareness to bladder cancer in their communities.
This year, one of our BCAM grant awardees Women’s Education and Economic Development Society (WEEDS) organised activities in India.
Some highlights of activities organised in different districts of India:
This November edition of the World Bladder Cancer Patient Coalition newsletter features the latest news from the bladder cancer community around the world. In particular, we focus on:
The European Cancer Organisation organised a meeting titled ‘Time to Accelerate: Action on Men and Cancer – A Roadmap for Improvement’ on November 29, 2023, at the European Parliament in Brussels, Belgium. This meeting served as a platform to launch the joint Roadmap for Improvement, co-developed by the European Cancer Organisation, the European Association of Urology (EAU), and the Global Action on Men’s Health (GAHM).
The World Bladder Cancer Patient Coalition,
The World Bladder Cancer Patient Coalition and UroToday partnered for four-part video series, where experts discuss the findings of WBCPC Global Bladder Cancer Patient and Carer Experience survey.
The first of its kind and breath, the WBCPC Global Bladder Cancer Patient and Carer Survey garnered nearly 1,200 responses from 45 countries.
In each episode, Caired by Dr Ashish Kamat, speakers focus on a theme of findings, offering valuable insights into the diagnosis experience,
On November 26, 2023, International Caregiver Day, we take a moment to recognise and celebrate the invaluable contributions of carers around the world. They play a crucial role in supporting people affected by bladder cancer.
Bladder cancer, affecting millions of people worldwide, being the 10th most commonly diagnosed cancer, places significant physical and emotional strains on patients and their families. Carers, often family members or close friends, become the pillars of strength, offering not only physical assistance but also crucial emotional support throughout the journey.
For general information, information about membership or policy information, please contact the WBCPC Secretariat at info@worldbladdercancer.org
For general information, information about membership or policy information, please contact the WBCPC Secretariat at info@worldbladdercancer.org
