Cooperation is strength:Sharing knowledge, improving cross-border care to beat cancer

27-04-2021 - 12:30
Hundreds of people forming a cancer ribbon on a white background
How could the EU further promote and facilitate cooperation and the sharing of knowledge, expertise and data on cancer research and care? © Image used under the licence of the Adobe Stock

During a hearing on 15 April, the Beating Cancer Committee explored how the EU could further promote and facilitate cooperation and the sharing of knowledge, expertise and data on cancer research and care, for instance through the European Reference Networks and cancer registries, but also by improving the cross-border healthcare directive.

During the public hearing with 8 leading experts, MEPs will also discussed the development of common training programmes for health professionals in the field of cancer, as well as clear and validated communication and information to citizens.

"Sharing is caring" was the motto of the hearing. However, as the Chair underlined, good intentions are not enough. "It is our job to ensure access to quality healthcare for all cancer patients" he said.

Watch the hearing again by clicking on the below links.