Ahead of World Cancer Day on 4 February, the European Commission unveiled an updated European Code Against Cancer, emphasizing lifestyle and public health measures to reduce cancer risks. The revised guidance, developed over four years by 60 experts, addresses vaccination, screening, breastfeeding, alcohol, ultra-processed foods, and air pollution. Cancer remains a major public health challenge in the EU, with 2.7 million new cases and 1.3 million deaths estimated in 2024, costing €100 billion annually. The Code complements the Safe Hearts Plan, which could prevent 80% of premature heart attacks and strokes, and 40% of cancer cases. The Beating Cancer Plan, now in its fifth year, has allocated €2.7 billion to improve prevention, treatment, and patient care across Europe. The Commission will host a webinar to discuss implementing the Code, collaborating with 630 organizations under the Cancer Plan.
https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/ip_26_277
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