Project Updates

Dear Readers,

As the project scientific lead I’m delighted to welcome you to the first edition of the EUCanScreen Newsletter!

EUCanScreen unites prominent experts, researchers, and policymakers from all over Europe to encourage worldwide cooperation in cancer screening. This ambitious initiative aims to build a strong and long-lasting European Cancer Screening Network. The major goal of the project is to lower the burden of cancer in Europe and make sure that everyone in the EU has equal access to cancer screening. I’m really excited about the potential of EUCanScreen to transform cancer screening across Europe and ultimately improve the lives of countless individuals.

Cancer screening plays a crucial role in timely identification of cancer risk, therefore, significantly increasing the chances of successful treatment and survival. However, disparities in access, quality, and implementation of screening programmes exist across and within different European countries. EUCanScreen is dedicated to address these challenges by encouraging collaboration, sharing best practices, and developing innovative solutions to harmonise and strengthen cancer screening efforts across the EU.

This newsletter will serve as a key communication channel, keeping you informed about the project’s progress, key achievements, upcoming events, and opportunities to get involved. We hope to engage with all stakeholders, from healthcare professionals to policymakers and the general public, ensuring that the latest advancements in cancer screening are widely known and used.We encourage you to subscribe and stay connected as we embark on this important journey to improve cancer screening and ultimately save lives.

We believe that by working together, we can make a real difference in the fight against cancer. We look forward to your active participation and support in making EUCanScreen a resounding success.

Thank you for being part of this journey. Your support and interest are vital in making a meaningful impact in cancer prevention and control.

Stay tuned for more insights, and let’s work together to build a healthier future!

Marcis Leja

Scientific Coordinator Latvia

On behalf of the coordination team of EUCanScreen