ICPM of UL participates in the cooperation meeting organized by the European Cancer Organization with the TOGAS project

The meeting, opened by Riccardo Moschetti, a representative of the European Cancer Organization, also featured administrative and scientific leaders from the SOLACE (Strengthening the screening of Lung Cancer in Europe), EUCanScreen (Joint action on implementation of cancer screening programs), and PRAISE-U (PRostate cancer Awareness and Initiative for Screening in the European Union) projects, who discussed the progress of their projects and explored the possibility of creating comprehensive and sustainable cancer screening programs accessible to all EU citizens. 

This is particularly important as existing screening programs in the EU need to address deficiencies and develop new strategies for cancer types where unified strategies do not exist. Early detection of cancer and screening are critical for improving patient survival rates. 

Equally important is for project representatives to share data and knowledge among themselves, thereby avoiding duplication of efforts and saving resources. Therefore, meetings of this kind, which bring together representatives from various projects, are very valuable. 

“The meeting on the implementation of cancer screening projects funded by the EU concluded with a commitment to continue working on effective cancer screening solutions in Europe and to maintain cooperation among different projects. The insights gained from collectively sharing the experiences gathered during the project will help achieve the highest possible quality outcomes, which are important not only for the creation of cancer screening programs but also for ensuring their sustainability and accessibility,” said Danute Ražuka-Ebela, the scientific coordinator of the TOGAS project, emphasizing that the synergy between the TOGAS, SOLACE, PRAISE U, and EUCanScreen projects provides significant opportunities to improve cancer screening across Europe.

“Although each project pertains to a specific type of cancer—such as stomach, lung, or prostate— they share a common comprehensive goal of reducing the burden of cancer and promoting equitable access to screening programs,” concluded D. Ražuka-Ebela."