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Strengthening the Fight Against Cancer in Europe

by name voted on 12.02.2026

Summary

This resolution marks World Cancer Day by calling for increased political commitment and dedicated EU funding to implement 'Europe's Beating Cancer Plan.' It emphasizes the need for better prevention, equitable access to treatment, and protection for cancer survivors against financial discrimination.
10 12.02.2026
Resolution
health
environment
human rights
social policy
equal treatment
public administration

Key points

In force from 01/01/2028 Out of force from 31/12/2034
  • The resolution marks World Cancer Day to express solidarity with patients, survivors, and healthcare professionals across Europe.
  • It calls for a dedicated EU health programme with its own budget to support long-term initiatives through the next multi-year budget cycle.
  • The Parliament emphasizes the importance of preventing cancer by reducing exposure to risk factors like tobacco, alcohol, and environmental pollutants.
  • It stresses the need to integrate gender-specific differences into all stages of cancer research, prevention, and treatment.
Documents (PDFs)
JOINT MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on World Cancer Day MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on World Cancer Day MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on World Cancer Day MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on World Cancer Day MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on World Cancer Day MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on World Cancer Day MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on World Cancer Day World Cancer Day
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