Preventing cancers caused by infections across Europe

The Joint Action supports EU and associated countries to decrease premature morbidity and mortality caused by communicable diseases, in particular cancers caused by infections and vaccine preventable cancers, with a strong focus on equity, stigma reduction, and effective prevention strategies.

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Targeting the infections behind preventable cancers

Certain infections can lead to cancer if they are not prevented, detected early, or properly treated. SHIELD promotes a comprehensive approach to reducing infection-related cancers across Europe.

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SHIELD brings together 69 partners from 25 European countries

Including public health institutes, research organisations, healthcare providers and policymakers. Coordinated by the Centre for Health Intervention Research (CHIP) in Denmark, the consortium combines expertise from across Europe to strengthen prevention strategies.

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From evidence to action

Shield combines research, public health expertise and policy collaboration to design and implement effective strategies to prevent cancers caused by infections across Europe.

  1. First Element
    Analyse data on infections, vaccination and barriers
  2. Second Element
    Model optimal prevention strategies for different national contexts
  3. Third Element
    Test and adapt good practices with countries and communities
  4. Forth Element
    Embed results into national policies and programmes