
World Bladder Cancer Patient Coalition
@WorldBladderCan
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A global umbrella organisation for bladder cancer advocacy groups. Contact us at [email protected]
Brussels, Belgium
Joined January 2018
Big news! We have launched our first Scientific Advisory Board, a global group of urologists, oncologists, nurses & researchers guiding us with the latest science π‘. π§ Led by @UroDocAsh, this marks a new era in patient-focused, evidence-based care. Meet the
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If you or someone you love has faced #bladdercancer we would love to hear your story. Sharing your journey brings hope, raises awareness & helps others feel less alone. π #BladderCancerStories
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Patients. Caregivers. Advocates. Our monthly newsletter brings the bladder cancer community together, one story at a time. π¬ Donβt miss out: #BladderCancerCommunity #BladderCancerAwareness
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Incontinence is a common symptom of #bladdercancer, along with blood in urineβ. What other symptoms have you experienced?. Share your story in the comments & help us spread awareness!
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π Did you know? Some infections like schistosomiasis, caused by tiny parasites, can do more than just make you feel sick. They can also increase your chance of getting #bladdercancer, a link many people don't know about. Learn more about risk factors π
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π§ Know the most common early signs to look out for when it comes to #bladdercancer: . π©Έ blood in urine.π½ an urgent or sudden need to urinate.π¦ repeated bladder infections. Learn more π
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RT @shilpaonc: The best part about @IBCG_BladderCA besides advancing science & disseminating knowledge is putting the patient in the centerβ¦.
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Did you know? WBCPC Global Survey shows that women often face delayed diagnosis for #bladdercancer due to misattributed symptoms like UTIs. 69% of women were diagnosed with another condition first. Learn more & help raise awareness π
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π£ #Bladdercancer is Europeβs 5th most common cancer, yet it remains under-recognised & underfunded. A new @NatRevUrol articleβco-authored by WBCPC, @Uroweb & @IARCWHO calls for urgent clinical & policy action, building on our joint White Paper. Read more π
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π£ A survey investigating the stigma surrounding #bladdercancer shows that there is a need for greater support & awareness of mental health challenges faced by people affected by bladder cancer. Find out more by exploring our infographic π
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Behind every #bladdercancer diagnosis is a real person and a powerful story. Patients and caregivers shared their journeys with us and words of advice for those recently diagnosed. Read bladder cancer patient stories ππ§‘π π
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Knowledge. Connection. Empowerment. Get the latest in bladder cancer care, advocacy, and lived experiences in our monthly newsletter. Subscribe now π #BladderCancer #PatientAdvocacy #CancerAwareness
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π Join us in Brussels this October for the #BladderCancerForum25 β the only global gathering led by & for the #bladdercancer patient community. ποΈ Oct 13 β Advocates Day (members only).ποΈ Oct 14 β Open to patients, carers, advocates, HCPs & policymakers. Register and explore
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π£Amit, from Singapore πΈπ¬ was diagnosed with #bladdercancer in 2022 at the age of 46. π£οΈ "During my annual health checkup, a routine prostate PSA test followed by an ultrasound revealed that I had bladder cancer.". Read Amitβs full story here π
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What do you see in this icon? . If you identified: .β‘the bladder shape, .β‘the colour of urine, .β‘a stopwatch or a drop of blood, . youβve identified some of the symptoms and considerations of #bladdercancer. If you spot blood in your urine, don't feel unsure & #GetChecked!
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π£ #Bladdercancer is the 9th most commonly diagnosed cancer in the world. There is an urgent need for new treatments and research, improved care and support for those living with bladder cancer π
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π£ More than 7,000 different chemicals are in tobacco & tobacco smoke- more than 70 of them are known to cause cancer. π¬ is the biggest risk factor of #bladdercancer. Learn more & stay #BladderCancerAware!. π
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