March organised by the patient organisation IMAMA (Instituto da Mama do Rio Grande do Sul), Brazil, to raise awareness about breast cancer during Pink October.

Patient organisations have a critical role to play in cancer control, by raising awareness, informing policy decisions, and empowering people living with cancer and their families by providing a platform for them to be heard.
Young Leaders at the World Cancer Congress 2022 in Geneva, Switzerland

Up to 10 participants will be selected to learn more about global cancer control and work on projects involving priority topics in cancer. Applications are open until 25 May.

Virtual Dialogue: UHC and cancer prevention

Date and time
09 May - 09 May
Organiser(s):
Union for International Cancer Control (UICC)
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30-50% of cancers can be prevented via cost-effective policies. Universal Health Coverage (UHC) must include prevention and health promotion measures. UICC's Virtual Dialogue aimed to discuss effective advocacy for integrating prevention measures into UHC. Participants were able to connect with the cancer community via break out rooms.

World Cancer Congress Day 1
Guadalupe Contreras surrounded by her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren who provide invaluable support to her as she manages her ovarian cancer

UICC had the privilege of speaking with Guadalupe Contreras from Mexico, who was diagnosed with ovarian cancer two years ago at the age of 90. She speaks about the care she has been receiving and her experience with cancer at an advanced age. 
Dr Julie Gralow, Chief Medical Officer of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), a partner in the ATOM Coalition.

As cancer cases continue to rise globally, the demand for effective, quality medicines has never been greater. Dr Julie Gralow of ASCO and the ATOM Coalition shares her insights on the opportunities and obstacles facing countries in improving access to these life-saving medicines.
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