Citizens

• Over 1 million Cancer cases could be undiagnosed in Europe because of Covid-19. Regular screening allows Cancer to be detected and treated early. Act now, don’t let Covid-19 stop you from getting checked.
  
  
• Experiencing new, unusual warning signs? Bleeding when you go to the toilet, a lump in your breast, difficulty swallowing, unexpected weight loss or other cancer warning signs. Consult your doctor now.

Cancer Patients & Patient Advocates

• 1 in every 5 cancer patients in Europe is currently still not receiving the surgery or chemotherapy they need. Was your treatment impacted? Don’t hesitate. Contact your doctor now.
  
  
• Despite the pandemic, continuing your cancer treatment is important. Remember – it’s your life. Your doctor is here to help, and cancer services remain open. Keep your appointments and plan new ones.
  
  

Healthcare Professionals

• Frontline staff responded magnificently to the pandemic, but can’t sustain the intensity displayed much longer. We must support our workforce and build resilience so that cancer services can continue to save lives.
  
  
• 100 million screening tests were not performed in Europe during the pandemic. Leading to a backlog of cancer diagnoses due to Covid-19. We need technological innovation to support our workforce post-pandemic.
  
  
• Healthcare workers often face depression and burnout. While they care for us all, they must also be protected. Increased anxiety is not good for you or your patients. Share your experience and seek support. You are not alone.

Policy-makers and Decision-makers

• Covid-19 exposed significant gaps in our health systems. 100 million screening tests were not performed in Europe during the pandemic. There is a huge cancer backlog. Covid-19 shouldn’t stop you from tackling this backlog.
  
  
• We have an opportunity to reimagine cancer services, to build back better, and smarter. Lessons can be learned from current challenges to make Cancer recovery a key part of health policy across Europe.
  
  
• If we don’t Act Now, Covid-19 will undoubtedly cause a future Cancer epidemic. 1 million Cancer cases are undiagnosed in Europe because of Covid-19. Don’t let Cancer become the Forgotten “C” in the fight against Covid-19.

 Download the Poster

 Read about the European Code of Cancer Practice and download resources in over 25 languages here.

• New Normal, Same Cancer, a program that raises awareness regarding the impact of Covid-19 on cancer care and calls for patients to contact their doctor and return to cancer care services, including anyone who has paused treatment, missed routine checks or is experiencing symptoms that may be due to cancer.