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Are colon cancer subtypes linked to a greater risk of recurrence – and could diet be relevant?
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Are colon cancer subtypes linked to a greater risk of recurrence – and could diet be relevant?

A particular colon cancer subtype, imCMS4, was linked to the highest risk of recurrence, and a more ‘pro-inflammatory’ diet was associated with greater recurrence risk in this same subgroup.

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Fun in the sun: planning a picnic to please everyone
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Fun in the sun: planning a picnic to please everyone

Discover healthy picnic ideas for the whole family, including easy recipes, picnic essentials and fun ways to enjoy eating outdoors.

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Could dairy processing help explain inconsistent findings on dairy consumption and breast cancer risk?
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Could dairy processing help explain inconsistent findings on dairy consumption and breast cancer risk?

A new review suggests the way dairy foods are processed may alter their chemistry in ways that could help explain the inconsistent findings on dairy intake and breast cancer risk.

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Cancer Prevention Action Week 2026

Science Not Fiction — Evidence Saves Lives

Cancer Prevention Action Week (CPAW) may be over, but it’s not too late to get involved. Discover this year’s campaign highlights and practical steps you can take to help reduce your cancer risk.

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Cook Through Cancer
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Cook Through Cancer

Free online cookery classes for people affected by cancer

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Our Recommendations
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Our Recommendations

Our prescription to help you reduce your risk of cancer

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Our Global Cancer Update Programme

Our flagship research work has transformed the field of cancer prevention

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We fund innovative and original research globally

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Influencing policy

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Preventing cancer. Saving lives

While society continues to search for a cure, our prevention and survival work helps people to live longer, healthier lives – free from the devastating effects of cancer.