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Fifty-third session of the COMMISSION ON NARCOTIC DRUGS

The Fifty-third session of the CND took place in Vienna, Austria, 8 - 12 March 2010

The Economic and Social Council established the Commission on Narcotic Drugs (CND) in 1946 as the central policy-making body of the United Nations in drug related matters. The Commission enables Member States to analyse the global drug situation, provide follow-up to the twentieth special session of the General Assembly on the world drug problem and to take measures at the global level within its scope of action. It also monitors the implementation of the three international drug control conventions and is empowered to consider all matters pertaining to the aim of the conventions, including the scheduling of substances to be brought under international control. Read more for an update on UICC activities at the event this year.

ESMO report on pain relief in Europe

A report regarding the regulations and restrictions preventing cancer patients' access to medication to relieve strong cancer pain has been released by ESMO and the European Association for Palliative Care (EAPC).read more
Formulary availability and regulatory barriers to accessibility of opioids for cancer pain in Europe: a report from the ESMO/EAPC Opioid Policy Initiative
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Fourth Session of the INB on a Protocol on Illicit Trade in Tobacco Products

The fourth session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Body (INB-4) on a Protocol on Illicit Trade in Tobacco Products takes place from 15th to 21st March in Geneva, Switzerland. Jonathan Libermann UICC Senior Legal Policy Adviser and Senior Adviser on International Legal Policy for The Cancer Council Victoria will be representing UICC at the event. FCA provide a daily bulletin throughout the event http://www.fctc.org

Shakira signs the World Cancer Declaration!

Music superstar Shakira has signed the World Cancer Declaration following her recent visit to Geneva as part of her work for UNICEF as a goodwill ambassador. The 33-year-old Colombian was last week at the headquarters of the International Labour Organization (ILO) where she received a medal from the UN agency for her work to help impoverished children. During a meet-and-greet with the audience, she was presented with the World Cancer Declaration which she took a copy of, and has since officially signed.

World Cancer Congress - Early bird registration deadline approaching

World Cancer Congress reminder!

The World Cancer Congress early bird registration deadline is fast approaching.

Discount fee applicable until 15 April 2010.

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My Child Matters launched in Cameroon

On the occasion of the cancer awareness week organized in Yaoundé, Cameroon on 15-19 February 2010, UICC and sanofi-aventis handed the prize to the project selected under the My Child Matters programme. The award ceremony took place during a cancer awareness week held under the patronage of Her Excellency the First Lady, Mrs Chantal Biya. Activities included professional training, free screening for breast, prostate, and cervical cancer, a symposium on breast cancer, a round table with local medical experts to rise the cancer on the public and political spectrum.