OUCH-Intl's Affairs Committee had an engaging meeting uniting experts across disciplines and regions, planning for impact, strengthening collaboration, and sharing insights into global perspectives. We are committed to turning discussion into action as a global priority.

SC or IV monoclonal antibodies—Which is greener? SC is more convenient but has slightly higher emissions due to increased dosage. A full switch in the Netherlands (2022) would add 12.2 tons CO2e—equal to driving 63,212 km. shorturl.at/g3LJJ #SustainableHealthcare

📷 Just out: From rising cancer risks due to pollution to extreme weather shutting down treatment centers, healthcare must adapt. OUCH's Eric Bernicker MD FASCO & Dr. Joan Schiller break it down: medpagetoday.com/opinion/climat…  MedPage Today  Genevieve Friedman #ClimateHealth #Oncology #CancerCare

Join us tomorrow, April 1 at 12 PM ET for a webinar on sustainable cancer care! Dr. Charlotte Bekker & Dr. Andrew Hantel will discuss the ethical & environmental impact of medication use & cancer treatment. 🔗 Join: us06web.zoom.us/j/83504924669?… #CancerCare #SustainableHealth

We're expanding our impact! OUCH-International continues to advocate for oncology, climate, and health. Follow us on our new social media platforms for updates and join the movement! #ClimateHealth #Oncology #Advocacy ouchforclimate.org 🌎

BMJ Oncology features research from OUCH members Dr. De Guzman & Dr. Schiller on how pollutants contribute to cancer incidence and outcomes. Cleaner air isn't just an environmental issue; it's a public health necessity. Read more: bmjoncology.bmj.com/content/4/1/e0… #CancerResearch #BMJ

Cancer care’s climate cost is rising. 🌎 Dr. Emer Lynch & team, with OUCH’s Dr. Seamus O'Reilly as senior author, outlines key steps forward in Journal of Clinical Oncology.  Editorial by Dr. Peppercorn calls for urgent action. Read: doi.org/10.1200/OP-24-… Editorial: doi.org/10.1200/OP-25-…

In 2021,air pollution & tobacco caused over 1.5M lung cancer deaths globally. PM2.5 contributed 374K, and tobacco exposure led to 1.2M. Urgent action needed on health policies to address these disparities. #LungCancer #PublicHealth #AirPollution #Tobacco doi.org/10.1186/s12889…

Lung cancer trends: While tobacco-related deaths are declining globally, air pollution (PM2.5)-linked mortality is increasing in countries like China & India. Time for stronger air quality policies. #LungCancer #PublicHealth #AirPollution #Tobacco pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39968204/

New NEJM article lays out a research agenda for climate and health: focused on equity, data gaps, and real-world impact. From heat to displacement, the risks are growing — so should the response. 📖 Read: nejm.org/doi/full/10.10… #ClimateHealth #NEJM #HealthEquity

Congratulations to the 2025 #EAOnc Remarkable Mentor in Oncology Award recipient, Dr. Dr. Joan Schiller of Lung Cancer Research Foundation Oncology Advocates United for Climate and Health! #mentorship #LungCancer

New article in CURE by OUCH Steering Committee Chair Dr. Dr. Joan Schiller warns: EPA rollbacks will increase air pollution—a known carcinogen—and lead to more lung cancer deaths. Clean air is cancer prevention. #ClimateHealth #LungCancer #OUCH curetoday.com/view/epa-dereg…

OUCH has signed the 2025 Declaration on Climate and Health—joining a united call for urgent action to protect health from the growing climate crisis. 🌎Read the full declaration here: lung.org/policy-advocac… #ClimateHealth #OUCH #HealthEquity #ClimateAction

👏 Congrats to OUCH-I Chair & Founder Dr. Dr. Joan Schiller on winning the 2025 #EAOnc Remarkable Mentor in Oncology Award, a true leader in lung cancer research & mentorship! #LungCancer #Oncology #Mentorship #OUCH

Earlier this weekend, OUCH-International members gathered for breakfast during #ASCO25 — a great opportunity to reconnect and discuss global efforts at the intersection of climate and cancer care! 🌎 #ClimateHealth #GlobalOncology #OUCH

At #ASCO2025, OUCH member Dr. Thomas Kuczmarski received the Young Investigator Award for his work on how climate factors like heat and air quality may raise infection risk in leukemia patients. Learn more: fredhutch.org/en/news/center… #ClimateHealth #CancerCare #FredHutch #OUCH

In this new letter, Dr. Dr. Joan Schiller, founder of OUCH, raises urgent concerns about worsening air quality in Wisconsin—and calls for stronger accountability from regulators. #CleanAir #ClimateHealth #PublicHealth madison.com/opinion/letter…

Dr. Ed Balaban and colleagues gave an important talk in AMA’s webinar on how climate change is already affecting patients—from cancer risk to mental health. Watch here: edhub.ama-assn.org/science-medici… #ClimateHealth #OUCH

We're proud to see OUCH members Joan Schiller, Roselle de Guzman, Katie Lichter, & Seamus O'Reilly coauthor "Climate change and Cancer Care: Impacts and Implications for Patients and Healthcare Professionals" (in press, ecancer). #ClimateHealth #CancerCare #OUCH

Lung cancer remains the deadliest cancer worldwide—and not all cases are linked to smoking. On World Lung Cancer Day, OUCH-I highlights the need to address air pollution as a cancer risk factor. Clean air is essential to cancer prevention. #WorldLungCancerDay2025