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A joint statement from UICC and ISOPP on the alarming findings reported in The Lancet Global Health that reveal approximately one in six anticancer medication samples collected from public hospitals and private pharmacies across multiple countries in sub-Saharan Africa failed to meet international pharmaceutical standards.

From Netty Cracknell, ISOPP President I hope this message finds you well and that you are enjoying the start of summer (or winter for those in the southern hemisphere!).

🎉 Celebrating 30 Years of Global Impact In 2026, we're not just marking a milestone — we're making history. To celebrate the 30th anniversary of our international oncology pharmacy community, we're thrilled to announce the 2026 Virtual Global Symposium, a groundbreaking 24-hour live event bringing together professionals from every corner of the world.

Elaine Vickers, PhD, creator of the UTIC course, has also produced a playlist of ten short videos on “Cancer Basics”, which is freely available on YouTube. In these videos, Elaine introduces core concepts, such as genes and proteins, and delves into areas of science that underpin new cancer treatments and explain treatment resistance.

Sage, the publishing company for JOPP, has been named ProQuest Academic and Professional Publisher of the Year by the Independent Publishing Guild. The annual celebration recognizes outstanding publishing organizations across the UK and Ireland.

Share your experience on medicines shortages through the EAHP Survey!

57th Congress of the International Society of Paediatric Oncology 20–23 October 2025 Amsterdam, the Netherlands Don't miss your chance to benefit from discounted early bird rates!

In oncology pharmacy, we rely heavily on our procurement teams to ensure the availability of medicines for our patients. We liaise with them regularly, and in an effort to shine a light (and not take all of the credit), Michael Jovanovic (Formulary Pharmacist) and Danni Avery (Purchasing Officer) share their thoughts on dealing with stock issues for our unit:

From Netty Cracknell, ISOPP President As we approach the midpoint of the year, I find myself reflecting on the immense passion, compassion, and resilience that defines our global oncology pharmacy community. From quiet moments at the compounding bench to international collaboration and groundbreaking innovation, the work we do matters—deeply.

The ISOPP Research Mentorship Programme has been running for several months, and we continue to welcome member participation. Whether you're new to research or looking to strengthen your skills, we encourage all oncology pharmacists with an interest in research to explore the programme. Visit the new ISOPP website to learn more about how the programme works and how you can connect with one of our experienced research mentors.

👐 Call for Volunteers: Register Your Interest by 31st May Are you passionate about making a difference, building global connections, and supporting the oncology pharmacy community? We’re looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our volunteer team — and we’d love to hear from you!

It was a Thursday afternoon -our busiest day of the week- when Ms. A.B., a woman in her late 40s, walked into the pharmacy for a follow-up visit. She wore a brightly colored dress, beamed with a wide smile, and clutched a thank-you card. We had barely exchanged pleasantries when she embraced me tightly and said, “You didn’t just give me medicine, you gave me hope. You helped me fight a good fight and run the race to the finish.” as an oncology pharmacist in a Nigerian hospital.