When is the Global Preventive ONCO Summit 2026 being held?

The summit is scheduled from January 16 to 18, 2026.

Where will the Global Preventive ONCO Summit 2026 take place?

The summit will be held at the Hyatt Regency in Thiruvananthapuram.

What is the main goal of the Global Preventive ONCO Summit?

The summit aims to deliberate on strategies for reducing the global cancer burden through enhanced preventive oncology.

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Cancer Prevention Summit Heads to Thiruvananthapuram

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Summary

Global Preventive ONCO Summit 2026 is scheduled for January 16-18.
The event will convene experts to strategize on reducing global cancer burden.
Summit builds on 'Cancer Safe Kerala' to enhance preventive oncology.

Cancer Prevention Summit Heads to Thiruvananthapuram

The Global Preventive ONCO Summit (GPOS) 2026 is slated to be held in Thiruvananthapuram from January 16 to 18. This three-day continuing medical education program is expected to gather prominent oncologists, public health experts, researchers, and policymakers from India and abroad.

The summit's primary objective is to deliberate on effective strategies for reducing the global cancer burden. It will focus on strengthening preventive oncology by emphasizing early detection, community-based screening programs, and evidence-driven public health interventions.

Organized under the leadership of M.V. Pillai, the event aims to leverage the achievements of the 'Cancer Safe Kerala' initiative. Mohanan Kunnummal serves as the general convener, with Satheeshan Balasubramanian as the working chairperson, ensuring a collaborative approach to advancing cancer prevention efforts.