MEPs Against Cancer
MEPs Against Cancer (MAC) is a cross-party and interinstitutional group within the European Parliament focused on cancer prevention and control. The group's primary aim is to enhance the fight against cancer, promote measures that can help reduce the incidence of cancer across Europe, and ensure that cancer control and prevention are top priorities on the EU political agenda.
History[edit | edit source]
MEPs Against Cancer was established with the goal of setting cancer prevention and control as a key political priority by influencing policies and legislation within the European Union. Since its inception, MAC has been instrumental in advocating for comprehensive cancer control policies, supporting research initiatives, and promoting awareness about cancer prevention, treatment, and care.
Objectives[edit | edit source]
The main objectives of MEPs Against Cancer include:
- Promoting the implementation of the European Code Against Cancer.
- Encouraging the adoption of healthier lifestyles to prevent cancer.
- Supporting the EU's Beating Cancer Plan.
- Advocating for increased funding for cancer research.
- Ensuring equal access to high-quality treatment and care for all cancer patients across Europe.
Activities[edit | edit source]
MEPs Against Cancer engages in a variety of activities to achieve its objectives, including:
- Organizing conferences, workshops, and meetings to discuss current issues and developments in cancer prevention and control.
- Collaborating with other EU institutions, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and stakeholders in the health sector to promote cancer awareness and prevention.
- Working towards the integration of cancer prevention into all relevant EU policies and programs.
Membership[edit | edit source]
Membership of MEPs Against Cancer is open to all members of the European Parliament who are committed to the fight against cancer. The group is characterized by its cross-party nature, allowing for a wide range of perspectives and ideas to contribute to its mission.
Impact[edit | edit source]
Through its efforts, MEPs Against Cancer has significantly contributed to raising awareness about cancer and influencing EU policy and legislation related to cancer prevention and control. The group has played a key role in advocating for the European Commission's Beating Cancer Plan, a comprehensive strategy aiming to tackle cancer from various angles, including research, prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship.
See Also[edit | edit source]
- European Commission's Beating Cancer Plan
- European Code Against Cancer
- Cancer prevention
- Cancer treatment
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