News 27 January 2017 WHO Executive Board begins discussions on new Cancer Resolution Geneva, Switzerland - 28 January 2017 Header Paragraph Earlier today, at the 140th session of the WHO Executive Board, Ministry of Health representatives from around the world began discussions on a draft cancer resolution that could help drive a more effective health systems response to the growing cancer burden, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. UICC delivered a statement, welcoming the resolution but highlighting key areas of language that could be further strengthened. The full statement is available to download here. UICC Statement to the 2017 WHO Executive Board Report to 2017 WHO Executive Board - Cancer prevention and control Since a number of Member States have recommended amendments to the resolution text - a drafting group has been established to work on a revised iteration of the text for consideration by the Executive Board on Wednesday. Last update Friday 07 June 2019 Share this page