Kidney cancer is one of the less talked-about cancers, yet it can have serious consequences. Because it often develops without obvious symptoms, many people are diagnosed at an advanced stage, when treatment options may be more limited. As Europe’s population continues to age, the burden of kidney cancer is expected to grow.
Awareness can help change this. By knowing the possible signs and symptoms and understanding your risk factors, you can take an active role in protecting your kidney health. This Urology Week, we are raising awareness of kidney cancer and encouraging everyone to learn more about the disease that too often goes unnoticed.
23 09
Kidney cancer: A doctor’s perspective and a patient’s experience
Urology Week is observed across Europe from 28 September to 2 October. Each year, the EAU dedicates the week to a different urological issue of importanceRead more
16 09
Urology Week 2026 – Break the silence around kidney cancer
The European Association of Urology is hosting Urology Week from 28 September – 2 October 2026 and this year we focus on one of the lessRead more
22 09
Urgent awareness gap: 1 in 3 Europeans unfamiliar with cystitis, half unaware women are most at risk
New study highlights need for public education on UTIs amid rising antibiotic resistance Arnhem, 22 September 2025 – A new international study has uncovered a concerningRead more
20 08
European Health Authorities warn against overuse of certain antibiotics
European health authorities are urging doctors to be more cautious when prescribing a type of antibiotics that is regularly used for the treatment of certain urinaryRead more
25 09
Press release: Incontinence costs European society over 40 million Euros per year
Brussels, 23 September 2023 – New international research on the economic burden of urinary incontinence reveals that the cost of continence care will cost over 40 billionRead more
08 09
Incontinence: A common condition
Continence health problems are a major health issue that do not only impact patients, but also carers, society, the economy and the environment. Incontinence is alsoRead more
You can find the events and activities planned during Urology Week here. Take a look for activities happening in your country or start one of your own!
For ideas on how you can help, check out For Healthcare Providers. Already have an event planned? Feel free to register your event.
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