We launched our latest resource in the WBCPC Factsheet Series: “Recognising the Symptoms of Bladder Cancer”. This factsheet is designed to help people better understand the early signs of bladder cancer, encouraging timely consultation with healthcare professionals.
Bladder cancer is one of the most common cancers worldwide, yet awareness of its symptoms remains low. Early detection significantly improves treatment outcomes, and this resource was developed to empower everyone, including patients,
As a global initiative, World Continence Week aims to raise awareness of bladder and bowel issues, chronic pelvic pain, and other conditions that impact the lives of patients and carers.
Urinary incontinence impacts people affected by bladder cancer. Troublesome urinary symptoms such as burning and irritation when peeing or incontinence issues after treatment are common side-effects. Urinary incontinence is also called loss of bladder control. It is an involuntary loss of urine or the inability to control urination.
Each year in June, Men’s Health Week brings global attention to the health challenges men face, while encouraging action and awareness for better well-being. In 2025, the World Bladder Cancer Patient Coalition joins this important initiative to shine a light on bladder cancer – a disease that disproportionately affects men, but remains under-recognised.
Bladder cancer is the sixth most common cancer among men worldwide. Men are four times more likely than women to be diagnosed with the disease in their lifetime.
Each year on 1 June, we mark Cancer Survivors Day to honour the strength, resilience, and experiences of people who have faced cancer.
At the World Bladder Cancer Patient Coalition, we recognise and celebrate the many individuals around the world who have been diagnosed with bladder cancer and continue to live with or beyond the disease. Their journeys remind us of the importance of early detection, access to timely care, and long-term support.
Each year, from 25 to 31 May, the European cancer community comes together to mark European Week Against Cancer (EWAC), an important moment to renew our commitment to cancer prevention, early detection, and better support for all those affected by cancer.
At the World Bladder Cancer Patient Coalition (WBCPC), we are proud to join this collective call to action. We stand alongside organisations across Europe to highlight the importance of sustained efforts in awareness,
Bladder cancer is more common than many realise. Over 610,000 people receive a bladder cancer diagnosis each year all around the world. Yet, for many, it is the very first time that they learn of bladder cancer or its symptoms.
Knowing bladder cancer symptoms and when to act on them, can save a life.
That’s why May Bladder Cancer Awareness Month is so important. It helps to raise awareness of the disease,
Each year on 12 May, we mark International Nurses Day to honour the critical role that nurses play in supporting patients and strengthening health systems around the world. This year’s theme, “Our Nurses. Our Future. The economic power of care” highlights the profound value of investing in nursing to build healthier societies.
At the World Bladder Cancer Patient Coalition, we know firsthand that nurses are essential partners in the journey of people living with bladder cancer.
At the World Bladder Cancer Patient Coalition, we believe that asking the right questions can make a real difference. That’s why we created the factsheet Key Questions to Ask Your Doctor or Nurse – to support people diagnosed with bladder cancer in getting the information they need at every stage of their care.
Thanks to our collaboration with Johnson & Johnson, this important resource is now available in Chinese,
At the World Bladder Cancer Patient Coalition, we are committed to making vital information about bladder cancer more accessible to people around the world. As part of our awareness and education efforts, we are pleased to share the translation of our bladder cancer infographic into Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Traditional Chinese (Hong Kong), made possible thanks to a collaboration with Johnson & Johnson.
These new translations help broaden the reach of a key resource,
This May, the World Bladder Cancer Patient Coalition (WBCPC) is launching Bladder Cancer Awareness Month 2025 under the theme “Feeling Unsure? Get Checked”. The campaign highlights the importance of recognising blood in urine as a symptom of bladder cancer and acting quickly to seek medical advice.
Addressing delays in bladder cancer diagnosis
One of the greatest challenges in diagnosing bladder cancer is hesitation. Many people delay seeking medical attention when they notice symptoms like blood in their urine,
