EONS’ SPECIAL WORLD CANCER DAY VIDEO!

This World Cancer Day, EONS presented a special campaign video, featuring the voices of cancer nurses from across Europe. Under the theme #UnitedByUnique, this video showcases their unique experiences, challenges, and dedication—demonstrating how, despite our differences, we stand together in our mission to improve cancer care. Watch the video now and join us in recognising the role of cancer nurses. A special thanks to Communication Working Group members for sharing their voices!

EONS is delighted to welcome Malika Denolf as our new Chief Operating Officer. In taking on this new role, Malika Denolf shared her enthusiasm for joining EONS:

"I am honored to join EONS and help in enhancing the profession of oncology nursing within Europe. I strongly believe that cancer nurses are the most important staff who can give proper care to cancer patients. My goal is to help make our organization as effective and strategic as possible, in order to ensure that oncology nurses get the best possible education, support, and resources."

EONS looks forward to working with Malika Denolf in continuing to champion cancer nursing across Europe. Please join us in extending a warm welcome!

HAVE YOU VISITED EONS NEW WEBSITE?

EONS is excited to introduce its brand-new website, designed with a fresh look, enhanced features, improved accessibility, and updated resources to better support cancer nursing professionals across Europe. We’d love to hear your thoughts! Your feedback is welcome at [email protected] to help us continue improving your experience. Explore the new site today and let us know what you think!

EONS BOARD ELECTIONS 2025 –

NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN!

Election time has arrived, and EONS invites its members to play an active role in shaping the organisation’s future! Nominations are now open for the EONS Board Elections 2025, with opportunities to apply for:

Full members, whether part of an EONS National Oncology Nursing Society or individual members, are encouraged to apply. The deadline for nominations is 3 March 2025 (12:00 CET), with voting running from 10 March – 7 April 2025. Newly elected Board members will receive mentorship and support to ensure a smooth transition into their roles. Submit your nomination today—more details and application forms are available on our website.

ECN BLOG - INSIGHTS FROM THE

YOUTH POLICY DIALOGUE

In this month's edition of theECN blog, we highlight the Youth Policy Dialogue held on World Cancer Day by the European Commission. This event brought together young cancer survivors and healthcare professionals to discuss key challenges in oncology with EU Health Commissioner Olivér Várhelyi.

Núria Aguado Machancoses, EONS Early Career Working Group member, shared her experience at the dialogue, where she and other professionals raised concerns about understaffing, precarious working conditions, and the need for stronger support for cancer nurses across Europe. Participants also advocated for increased investment in public health campaigns, stricter regulations on smoking and alcohol, and enhanced support for mental health and quality of life for cancer patients.

EONS AT ICCN 2025 CONGRESS

EONS is delighted to announce our participation in the International Conference on Cancer Nursing (ICCN2025), taking place from 18-21 June 2025 in Adelaide, Australia. Under the theme “Global Voices, Local Actions: from Inspiration to Implementation”, ICCN2025 will bring together leading cancer nursing professionals from around the world to exchange knowledge, inspire innovation, and drive impactful change in oncology care. EONS is proud to be hosting a joint session at this event, providing a platform to highlight key European perspectives on cancer nursing, policy, and practice. Stay tuned for more details on our session!

EONS TO PARTICIPATE IN 2025 CONFERENCE ON SAFER CANCER CARE

EONS is proud to highlight the 2025 Safer Cancer Care Conference, which focuses on protecting cancer nurses from occupational health risks associated with handling anticancer drugs.

EONS President-Elect Helena Ullgren will present on "Aspects of Occupational Safety: A Survey Among European Cancer Nurses." Additionally, EONS Education Working Group Member, Matthias Hellberg-Naegele, will discuss "How Switzerland and Germany Are Applying Occupational Safety Regulations." They will both be featured speakers at the event! Find out more about the conference here.

Mark your calendars! EONS is preparing to celebrate European Cancer Nursing Day 2025 (ECND25), recognising the incredible contributions of cancer nurses across Europe.

This year’s theme, "Cancer Nursing Beyond Borders,"highlights the power of nursing to unite efforts and improve cancer care worldwide. As part of the celebration, we are pleased to announce a special joint event in Athens, Greece, in collaboration with the Hellenic National Nurses Association, with programme details to be shared soon. Working Group members are invited to join—please complete the ECND25 registration form online by 12:00 noon CET on Friday, 28 February 2025.

To support participation, a toolkit will be available in the coming days, along with the launch of a special competition to mark this occasion. Stay tuned for more updates!

EONS18 AT ESMO CONGRESS 2025 –

ABSTRACT SUBMISSION NOW OPEN!

EONS is delighted to announce that abstract submission for EONS18 is now open! Taking place in Berlin from October 18-20, 2025, EONS18 will bring together cancer nurses, researchers, educators, and healthcare professionals from across the globe under the theme “Compassionate Care in Cancer Nursing: Bridging the Gap Between Science and Humanity.” Key deadlines to note: Abstracts, Trials in Progress, and Intent to Submit Late-Breaking Abstracts (LBAs) are due by 13 May 2025 (21:00 CEST), while Late-Breaking Abstracts must be submitted by 9 September 2025 (21:00 CEST), with a required skeleton submission by 13 May. Don’t miss this opportunity to share your work and help shape the future of cancer nursing!

DIGICANTRAIN E-LEARNING PROGRAMME

EONS is a partner of the DigiCanTrain project, which has developed an e-learning programme designed for oncology healthcare professionals. This programme aims to enhance digital skills and equip professionals with the knowledge needed to stay at the forefront of digital health interventions in oncology. Find out more and register here.

BECOME A MEMBER OF EONS TODAY!

Join EONS today as an individual, society, or associate member! Our application process is streamlined and accessible year-round. Here’s how you can become a part of a community that’s at the forefront of cancer nursing:

Visit our Membership Page: Find the online application forms and submit them! Completing the form is quick and easy!

Membership Benefits Include:

Spread the Word! Invite your friends and colleagues to join EONS. Share the value of our community and how it can benefit their professional growth and knowledge.

EONS PRESIDENT ATTENDS INTER-SPECIALTY CANCER TRAINING PROGRAMME

EONS President Virpi Sulosaari attended as a trainer at the launch of the first in-person event for trainers under the Inter-Specialty Cancer Training Programme (ISCTP) between 24 and 26 January in Barcelona. Hosted at Barcelona Children's Hospital Sant Joan de Déu, this event brought together cancer professionals from various specialties to foster interprofessional collaboration, discuss innovative approaches to cancer care education, and prepare for the implementation of ISCTP in their respective cancer centres.

RISING CANCER RATES IN THE UNDER-50s:

WHAT'S BEHIND THE TREND?

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A recent Guardian article explores the concerning rise in cancer cases among younger adults, delving into potential causes such as ultra-processed foods, environmental toxins, and lifestyle factors. Researchers are investigating how these elements may be contributing to an increase in early-onset cancers.

Read more here.

NEW RESEARCH ON PRODUCTIVITY COSTS AND UNEMPLOYMENT IN ADVANCED BREAST CANCER

The ABC Global Alliance, in collaboration with the University of Lisbon, has published a new study on the impact of reducing unemployment in patients with advanced breast cancer and its associated productivity costs.

This important research highlights the economic and social implications of supporting patients with advanced breast cancer to remain in the workforce, reinforcing the need for policies that address employment challenges in cancer care. We encourage our community to read and share this valuable work.

Don’t miss the latest edition of The European Journal of Oncology Nursing (EJON), an international journal which publishes research of direct relevance to patient care, nurse education, management and policy development. It is packed full of interesting articles that will help you improve your cancer nursing knowledge and practice. As an EONS member you can read it FREE.

UPCOMING SPCC LIVE WEBINARS ON

CANCER CARE AND ACCESSIBILITY

Join SPCC for two live webinars! On 5 March 2025 at 18:00 CET, "People, Places, and Platforms that Support a Cancer Patient’s Journey" will feature Aleksandra Filipovic (UK), Steve Bierman (US), and Alejandro Piris (ES), discussing the role of people and resources in cancer care. On 17 March 2025 at 18:00 CET, "Breaking Barriers: Ensuring Equal Cancer Care Access for Diverse Communities" will feature Nicolò Matteo Luca Battisti (UK), Joseph Gligorov (FR), and Stewart O’Callaghan (UK), exploring ways to improve access to cancer care. Visithere to learn more and register!

MDS 2025
18TH INTERNATIONAL CONGRESS ON MYELODYSPLASTIC SYNDROMES

Registration for MDS 2025 is now open! Take advantage of early bird savings by registering before 11 March 2025. Join them for four days of cutting-edge science, engaging debates, and invaluable networking with world-leading experts.

For more information, visit here.

EHMA CONFERENCE 2025

Save the date for the EHMA 2025 Conference supported by EONS, happening in Rennes, France from 4-6 June 2025. The theme is ‘Taking action to improve health for all’. For more information, visit: https://ehmaconference.org

The 18th International Conference on Malignant Lymphoma (18-ICML) will take place in Lugano, Switzerland, from June 17 to June 21, 2025. For the first time, the conference will feature a dedicated session focused on cancer nursing, specifically tailored for specialised nurses, nurse practitioners, and clinical nurse specialists. We are pleased to announce that EONS Board Member Matt Fowler will represent EONS at this prestigious event.

You can register for the full conference at a special rate, with options for both virtual and in-person attendance. If you prefer, you can also purchase a daily ticket for Friday, June 20, which is the day of the cancer nursing session. This session is organised in collaboration with the Swiss Oncology Nursing Society (OPS/SOS), the Haematology Nurses & Healthcare Professionals Group, and the European Society for Paediatric Oncology (SIOPE) Nursing Group.

Call for abstracts is open until March 15, 2025. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of the programme of the first Oncology Nursing Session!

For more details and the latest updates, please visit www.icml.ch and subscribe to the ICML newsletter.

2025 ILC Annual International Conference

The 2025 ILC Annual International Conference will take place in Genoa, Italy on 16 & 17 June 2025 – hosted in collaboration with the University of Genoa! Conference brochure available here.

Save the date for the MASCC/ISOO Annual Meeting, happening June 26th to 28th, 2025, in Seattle, Washington. Register for the conference through the following link: MASCC/ISOO Annual Meeting 2025.