Press and media

Over 2,000 medical specialists, cancer experts, scientists, NGO and civil society representatives, high-level United Nations representatives, patient groups, and people living with cancer from across the globe will convene in Hong Kong, 24-26 September 2026.

Highlights

The World Cancer Congress 2026 will feature a strong scientific programme, with a wide range of peer‑reviewed abstracts, highlighting new research and practical insights into how cancer prevention, treatment, and care are being delivered in different income settings around the world. Please consult the Congress programme for details on sessions, themes, and speakers.

Further details on key abstracts and new findings will be shared closer to the event.

Accredited media are invited to:

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Press and media contacts

For more information, please get in touch with our team. →

Eric Grant
Press contact

Eric Grant

Senior Communications and Media Manager, Union for International Cancer Control (UICC)

+41 79 124 15 23
[email protected]

Nicole Engelbrecht
Press contact

Nicole Engelbrecht

Head of Communications and Marketing, Union for International Cancer Control (UICC)

+41 79 547 08 22
[email protected]

World Cancer Congress 2026 - Media Advisory

WCC2026 – Programme and scientific highlights 

UICC-WCC2026 Press Conference Advisory

Factsheet - General Cancer Facts

Factsheet - Cancer and Antimicrobial resistance (AMR)

Factsheet - Tobacco and cancer

Factsheet - Cancer and Alcohol

Factsheet - air pollution, cancer and health

Factsheet - Ultra-processed foods and sugary beverages

Factsheet - People-centred care

Factsheet - Equity in cancer care

Photos from the World Cancer Congress 2026 will be made available at the following link - please note that new photos will be added at the end of each day.

Click here to access the World Cancer Congress 2026 gallery

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