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Light a candle for someone you are thinking of

The community is truly incredible. Being able to open up and be vulnerable felt so safe and...

“Det blir bra”  – Johanna, om att få cancer som ung och om hoppet

“It will be okay” – Johanna, on getting cancer as a young person and on hope

Ten years ago, Johanna found that Ung Cancer provided her with a sense of purpose during a time otherwise filled with uncertainty. Today, she is sharing her story during the Pink Month, for everyone who is going through it right now.

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Rosa månaden

Pink the month

In October, we raise awareness during Pink October. But for us, it is not just about one mont...

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Kanelbullepengen 2026

Cinnamon Bun Money 2026

October 4 is Cinnamon Bun Day, Swish a cinnamon bun so that no young adult has to face cancer...

REHABLÄGER: Hitta tillbaka till dig själv – som drabbad medlem

REHABILITATION CAMP: Find yourself again – as an affected member

On December 5-6, Ung Cancer is organizing a rehabilitation camp at Billingehus in Skövde. We ...

"Du & jag" – Umas armband hyllar kärleken till hennes pappa

"You & I" – Uma's bracelet honors the love for her father

When the autumn membership bracelet 2026 is launched, it is not just a new bracelet – it is a message of love. Behind the design is 22-year-old Uma, who created the bracelet "You & I" in memory of her father who passed away from cancer in November 2025.

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Välkommen till en digital föreläsning dedikerad till din hudhälsa!

Welcome to a digital lecture dedicated to your skin health!

On Thursday, September 24, between 5:00 PM and 6:00 PM, La Roche-Posay invites you, as a member of Ung Cancer, to a digital lecture focusing on skin side effects during cancer treatment. 

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Sveriges karta i grönt över en beige bakgrund med texten Fuck cancer loppet 2026 1-30 september, i högra hörnet syns svalor

Fuck Cancer race autumn 2026

In September, we fill Sweden with hope again. We say Fuck Cancer. For young adults living with and close to cancer. For all the emotions contained in a diagnosis. And for the right to support. Join us for the Fuck Cancer run 2026, autumn edition.

Ung Cancer lanserar handbok för unga vuxna cancerdrabbade

Young Cancer Launches Handbook for Young Adult Cancer Patients

Every year, around 840 young adults in Sweden receive a cancer diagnosis. A diagnosis that turns life upside down – in the midst of a time of dreams, plans, and thoughts about the future. To meet the great need for support, guidance, and reassurance, Ung Cancer is now launching the handbook “For You Who Have Just Found Out – A Book About Being Young and Getting Cancer”.

Bild på ryggen av en person med text i rött som stavar ut dejta cancer i versaler

Help shape our future—as a member, what would you like to know more about?

Dejta Cancer's panel lectures were very much appreciated by you, our members, and therefore during the autumn of 2026 we want to continue offering lectures linked to various themes.

In order for the content to be as relevant as possible, we would like to know which topics you are most interested in.


Välkommen till en digital föreläsning om håravfall och peruker tillsammans med Ung Cancers medlem Wilma

Welcome to a digital lecture about hair loss and wigs together with Ung Cancer member Wilma

My name is Wilma, I am 26 years old and I am from Eskilstuna. I have run my hair salon since 2019 & was diagnosed with aggressive lymphoma in the summer of 2025 and have since delved deep into and educated myself on wigs and hair loss. I would love to be the person I myself needed and use this difficult time in my life to help others! 

Dags för Träning på dina villkor – hösten 2026!

Time for Training on your terms – autumn 2026!

Our incredibly popular program is back, ready to help you rediscover the joy of exercise on your own terms!

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Diagnosis: Young

"You're only 29—do you know how rare it is to get breast cancer?" "The healthcare system t...