CancerWatch

CancerWatch is a registered charity in England and Wales that campaigns for stronger action to prevent cancer in the UK. Formed by people whose lives have been affected by cancer, the organisation focuses on reducing preventable cases by tackling risks at their source. It highlights tobacco, alcohol, obesity and diet, and advocates for effective policies, public awareness and cancer screening.

CancerWatch’s campaigns include Action Against Liver Cancer, Action Against Bowel Cancer, Action Against Heartburn, Tobacco and Supermarkets, and health labelling on alcohol. Its manifesto calls for a tax on tobacco industry profits to fund smoking cessation programmes, mandatory alcohol labels explaining key health risks, and efforts to minimise ultra-processed foods in school meals. The organisation also shares prevention information through its blog and community engagement, and invites people to get involved or donate. CancerWatch notes that while not all cancers can be prevented, many can, and works to encourage practical measures that reduce risks associated with smoking, alcohol consumption, diet and physical inactivity.