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24 September 2015

UNICANCER Federation President Josy Reiffers, 66, Passed Away

UICC is saddened to learn of Josy Reiffers’ death, 21 September 2015. UICC member and partner UNICANCER is a hospital group in France entirely devoted to fighting cancer.  

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Josy Reiffers, 66 year old, was a Doctor and Hematologist who had held the office of President of UNICANCER since October 2010. He was also the Director of the Institut Bergonié (Centre for cancer control in Bordeaux) since 2005.

Josy Reiffers’ engagement contributed largely to UNICANCER’s success. During his first mandate as President (2010-2013), he contributed to strengthening the group of UNICANCER by adopting a common medical and scientific project for all the Centres. His second mandate (2013-2015) focused on preserving and promoting the model of the Centres for cancer control. The new strategy of UNICANCER was launched last July in order to guarantee a long term approach for this model of patient care.

UICC and the global cancer community offer its sincere condolences to Josy Reiffers’ family.

Please visit the UNICANCER website for more information.

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