Kate Allen

Science and Policy Advisor at World Cancer Research Fund International @wcrfint. Interested in cancer prevention and survival. Views my own.

[IARC @IARCWHO]

Inequalities influence who develops #cancer, when/if it's diagnosed, treatment, & chances of survival.
They exist between & within countries.
Whether someone survives cancer shouldn't depend on where they live!
The EUCan-Ineq project is researching this.
https://t.co/w9DDmya9S1

[Kate Allen @DrKateAllen]

Do you use our @wcrfint NOURISHING & MOVING flagship policy tools, supporting evidence-informed prevention policy around the world? See how we're future-proofing them for the next decade and how you can get involved https://t.co/c6EYbqACIa @IARCWHO @WHO

[World Health Organization (WHO) @WHO]

Today is #WorldObesityDay

Did you know?
1 in 8 people worldwide are living with obesity — across every age, every background, every family.

Obesity drives some of today's most serious health conditions: type 2 diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disease.

And it's rarely just about personal choices.
Biology, environment, access - these shape our health.

Healthier lives begin with healthier surroundings.
Let's build environments where everyone has a real chance to thrive.

Learn how to manage obesity: https://t.co/9AASFMkPju

[Kate Allen @DrKateAllen]

Studies have also shown that following the recommendations reduces risk of other NCDs

[American Institute for Cancer Research @aicrtweets]

It's time for Facts on Friday, and here's an important one: For over 10 yrs, researchers have investigated the effectiveness of AICR’s 10 Cancer Prevention Recommendations. They really work! Eat well and be active to reduce cancer risk. Learn more: https://t.co/FtfgCkVIKN

[Kate Allen @DrKateAllen]

Still time to apply for a @wcrfint travel bursary.
We're offering financial support to researchers in LMIC to attend IARC@60 International Scientific Conference and present their research. Deadline Feb 12, 5 pm GMT. More info https://t.co/CcLgr6gmT2

[World Health Organization (WHO) @WHO]

Close to 40% of new #cancer cases in 2022— affecting 7.1 million people — were linked to preventable causes.

Kick cancer to the curb!

Smart moves like quitting tobacco, eating well, staying active, choosing clean energy, and getting vaccinated can cut your risk of developing cancer.

Prevention works.
Prevention saves lives.

🔗 https://t.co/rnoIgQsbUX

[Kate Allen @DrKateAllen]

How can we cut through low awareness and political resistance on alcohol & cancer? Look under the lid of our @WCRF_UK 'Alcohol and Cancer: Let’s Talk’ campaign for practical tips on  campaigning, policy influencing & coalition building. More info https://t.co/h6n9LEsprD

[National Institute for Health and Care Research @NIHRresearch]

We're offering #ResearchFunding to address research priorities identified by @LindAlliance

These health and care priorities have been identified by patients, carers and clinicians to ensure that research helps the people who need it most.

For more details and to apply for funding, please see https://t.co/XmEtXzmvvp

[Kate Allen @DrKateAllen]

Would you like to join @wcrfint and help us prevent cancer worldwide? We have a Head of Policy & Public Affairs policy 15 month maternity role available. Deadline Jan 4. https://t.co/XKi0bWORMI

[Kate Allen @DrKateAllen]

Check out our latest grants - we want to help people avoid cancer in the first place and live better and longer lives after a diagnosis. Most of our funding comes from the public, who generously support us in various ways.

[WCRF International @wcrfint]

£5m funding 19 research projects in 9 countries:
🦗Cricket powder preventing bowel cancer
🧠Online therapy for brain tumour patients
♳ Microplastics & cancer risk
🇲🇼🇧🇫 Evidence gaps filled in Burkina Faso & Malawi
🍔UPFs in childhood & future cancer risk
https://t.co/rBwMNRjFcY

[Kate Allen @DrKateAllen]

At @WCRF_UK our medical education work provides undergraduate med students with info on nutrition & cancer. Check out my latest article: New project equips next generation of doctors with nutritional advice for cancer patients https://t.co/HYEpejNL4C via @LinkedIn

[Kate Allen @DrKateAllen]

Great to have contributed to this important #Nutrition4Medics project to get more info on nutrition into medical training - #Nutrition is so fundamentally important for good health but doesn't always get the attention it deserves. @WCRF_UK

[AfN @AfN_UK_]

Doctors see diet-related conditions every day—yet most get minimal nutrition training.
These new bite-sized videos make it easier to bring nutrition into medical education.
It’s time to make nutrition essential, not optional.
👉 Explore: https://t.co/TjA22DNkMk
#Nutrition4Medics

[Kate Allen @DrKateAllen]

Delighted to have been involved in the development of these new #Nutrition4Medics learning resources launched by @AfN_UK_ today. Whether you're a medical educator or student, they're well worth a look. #MedEd #Nutrition #AfN. @WCRF_UK Explore here https://t.co/tHzDF8XhgC

[Kate Allen @DrKateAllen]

Apply for an investigator initiated (£500Kmax up to 4 yrs) or pilot/feasibility grant (£60K max up to 2 yrs). Your work must be directly relevant to human cancer and focus on aspects of diet, nutrition, body composition and physical activity.

[WCRF International @wcrfint]

Our Regular Grant Programme 2025/2026 is now open!

To find out more information, including what we fund and how to apply: https://t.co/9MzhztwxJQ

[Union for International #CancerControl @uicc]

Supportive and palliative care isn’t just end-of-life care. 🧡
It improves quality of life, manages symptoms, & supports people at any stage of cancer.

🌍 Without urgent action, health systems won’t meet the growing demand — and millions risk preventable suffering.

[Kate Allen @DrKateAllen]

Check out our @wcrfint RGP, which supports innovative & original research into the role of #diet, #nutrition, body composition & #physicalactivity in cancer prevention or survivorship. INSPIRE (for early career researchers) also looks at environmental factors like air pollution.

[WCRF International @wcrfint]

We are very pleased to announce that our 2025/2026 grant calls will open on 8 September. This includes the Regular Grant Programme, aimed at senior established researchers and the INSPIRE Research Challenge, for early career researchers https://t.co/YuP20rkt7C

[Kate Allen @DrKateAllen]

This is such a shame and so disappointing. The first job of a gov is to protect its citizens and the evidence couldn't be clearer. Alcohol causes cancer & the risk exists at all levels of consumption @AlcoholIreland @AlcoholChangeUK @AlcoholFocus

[WCRF International @wcrfint]

We're dismayed to hear the Irish government has delayed the introduction of alcohol warning labels until 2028.
This will prevent the public from making informed choices about alcohol and the effect on their health and cancer risk 👇
https://t.co/tcF0Xs3Dpc
@AlcoholIreland

[Kate Allen @DrKateAllen]

Have an interest in #cancer, #nutrition or #exercise? Would you like to collaborate with @WCRF_UK? Together, we can shape the future of cancer care in the UK by placing nutrition & physical activity alongside other evidence-based interventions. More info https://t.co/46xZ1OZRyF

[WCRF @WCRF_UK]

A fitting end to Cancer Prevention Action Week! Our Senior Policy & Public Affairs Manager, Kendra Chow, was invited to talk about this year’s campaign on BBC 5 Live!

Listen to us from 2:04:54 #CPAW25 👇https://t.co/kMmoEQhSj8

[Kate Allen @DrKateAllen]

Our @WCRF_UK Cancer Prevention Action Week coverage on the links between alcohol and various #cancers continues https://t.co/M9neBzCM5K