Putting human rights at the heart of cancer prevention

Monday 7 April, 2025
Human rights law recognises that cancer prevention protects and promotes our right to health. Suzanne Zhou, from the McCabe Centre for Law and Cancer and member of the WCRF Policy Advisory Group, explains how and why cancer prevention advocates must engage with this body of law to maximise the co-benefits of human rights and cancer prevention policies in this piece for World Cancer Research Fund.

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Accelerating action on NCDs and Mental Health

Accelerating action on NCDs and Mental Health in a time of overlapping crises

Monday 16 February 2026
How do we accelerate progress on noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) and mental health when the world is facing climate disruption, geopolitical instability, economic uncertainty, and deepening inequities?
cancer face out-of-pocket costs

World Cancer Day: New research reveals nearly all Australians diagnosed with cancer face out-of-pocket costs, prompting calls for stronger financial support

Wednesday 4 February 2026
As today marks World Cancer Day, Cancer Council and the McCabe Centre for Law and Cancer are calling for government action to reduce the financial impact of cancer. It comes as new research reveals 98.8% of Australians diagnosed with cancer who were surveyed incur out-of-pocket expenses, even when accessing care in Australia’s public healthcare system.
The Cancer Registry Legislation Toolkit is now available!

The Cancer Registry Legislation Toolkit is now available!

Thursday 15 January 2026
Exciting News! We’re proud to announce that The Cancer Registry Legislation Toolkit is now available! Developed by the McCabe Centre for Law and Cancer, the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), and the African Cancer Registry Network (AFCRN), this important resource has just been released by IARC.
Cancer Control 2025 report

Cancer Control 2025 Report – What can tobacco control teach us about vested interests in food and nutrition?

Thursday 1 January 2026
Just released: McCabe Centre and Cancer Council Victoria’s article is featured in Cancer Control 2025 on “What can tobacco control teach us about vested interests in food and nutrition?”
Highlights 2025

Highlights for 2025

Friday 19 December 2025
2025 – what a big year! As we look back on an extraordinary 12 months, we want to extend our deepest thanks to our key partners and collaborators, for our collective achievements and defining moments this year. The progress we’ve seen this year is a testament to the strength of our partnerships and the commitment of everyone involved. As this year draws to a close, wherever you are in the world, we wish you a joyful and safe holiday season. Thank you for being an essential part of our journey.