EU Project "RYHEALTH" Promotes Healthy Lifestyle among Primary and Secondary School Students to Prevent Non-Communicable Diseases

The first meeting of the European RYHEALTH, Rock Your Health project was held in Coimbra, Portugal, in early January. Participating organizations presented an analysis of the current state of health habits in their respective countries and began planning aspects of project implem …

HOW TO COPE WITH THE HEAT WAVE: Things to keep in mind when exercising outdoors in hot temperatures

A healthy lifestyle is important - no matter the weather. But especially when temperatures get extreme, we need to pay attention to what our bodies need. To build a good foundation and stay safe in the heat in all aspects of life, we focused on the 4 pillars of a healthy lifestyl …

Connecting Young Cancer Survivors: The EU co-funded project OACCUs kicks off with partner meeting in Stockholm

OAC Connects Us (OACCUs) hosted its Kick-off Project Meeting in the week of June 21-24, 2021 in Stockholm, Sweden. Fourteen partners from six EU member states came together to pursue one goal: Sustainably developing an EU-wide Network for Young Cancer Survivors. The focus lies on …

OACCUs: 6 EU Countries. 14 Partners. One mission. EU Network for Young Cancer Survivors.

The OAC connects Us - OACCUs - EU Network for Young Cancer SurvivorsThe project will bring together six different countries from different regions of Europe through 14different organisations and create a cooperation network that will have a great impact at local,national and Euro …

OAC is Partner of UcanAct: Urban ACTion for Cancer Prevention, co-funded by ERASMUS+ Sport Programme

PROJECT Titel: Urban ACTion for cancer prevention: adult and senior citizens practice physical activity within public urban green spaces to prevent cancer diseases.UcanACT is an interdisciplinary initiative, joining together physiotherapists, local authorities, non-profit organiz …

OAC is Partner of Sport4Cancer the Big Sport Event against Cancer in Murcia, Spain

The Faculty of Sport Sciences of the University of Murcia (Spain) is located in Mar Menor and works for the promotion of physical activity and sport in the society. This promotion is carried out showing the beneficial effects of regular physical activity on health, and with diffe …

Go outside and move! Published in »Die zweite Stimme – Das Eierstockkrebs-Magazin« Edition 1/2022

A Sneak Preview Of The Brand New 30 Minute Documentary About OAC Founder and President Petra Thaller

A sneak preview of the brand new 30 minute documentary about OAC Founder and President Petra Thaller by the two Bosnian Herzegovinian filmmakers  Zoran Kubura and Bojan Hadžiabdić!"What happens when visions become reality, Petra Thaller describes in her unique open, straight …

Petra Thaller, Seven Years Ago, After Her First Chemo Therapy

"Some screenshots from yesterday's video shoot for my new project … Camera: Margit Atzler", Petra Thaller, Founder and President OACAt that time it was not yet clear that Petra would establish OAC 

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New WHO platform promotes global cancer prevention

The World Health Organization’s (WHO) International Agency for Research of Cancer (IARC) launched the World Code Against Cancer Framework, an online platform that will promote prevention globally and the development of Regional Codes to help fight the disease.Based on current sci …

Dr Matthias Mayr will be CEO of OAC from April 2022

"Matthias is exactly the right person for the job, he is unconventional, thinks in an interdisciplinary way and networks. Matthias is economically minded and without losing touch with the guidelines and conditions of a globally operating NGO. Matthias and I already know each othe …

OACCUs Project-Proposal Is Being Funded By The European Commission In The Framework Of The EU4Health Programme

Abstract OACCUs:OACCUs means OAC Sees (C) Us and OAC Connects Us. Europe's beating cancer plan aims not only to ensure that young cancer patients survive their disease, but also that they live long, fulfilling lives. OACCUs will be a vital part of the new EU4Health network for yo …

International OAC Ski Team participates on Born2Ski-Race in Bosnia Herzegovina

What happens when good passions come together?In the past years, OAC has proven that it was often the different, unconventional, and also courageous approaches that have moved OAC forward in its own country, as well as in Europe and internationally. The contact with Nijaz Me …

CONGRATULATIONS TO RACHID BAHLOUL FOR ACHIEVING THE OAC TRAINER CERTIFICATE. MR BAHLOUL IS A VOLUNTEER AT THE FONDATION LALLA SALMA, MOROCCO

Prof. Fatiha EL HILALI, Research Professor of Immunology and Cancer Research, Lalla Salma Foundation, Morocco

Prof. Fatiha EL HILALI, Research Professor of Immunology and Cancer Research  French:" OAC " est une formation en ligne qui allie parfaitement théorie et pratique.La formation est animée par des experts en activité physique et en cancer.En particulier, ce cours se concentre …

Petra Thaller - She Is Not The Type To Sit Anything Out!

Dr. Fatiha El Hilali OAC Certified Instructor, Fondation Lalla Salma, Morocco

Le sport, une arme contre le cancer - Sport a weapon against CancerExam video from Dr. Fatiha El Haliali, Fondation Lalla Salma, Morocco

About OAC by Petra Thaller, OAC Founder and President

The OAC slogan TOGETHER OUT OF THE WOODS! is a clear commitment in the comprehensive sense of health, sustainability and responsibility for the environment. OAC connects cancer patients, their families and friends and gives them the tools for a healthy future.What is true for can …

Preview LRCKids: A School-Based Prevention Project Against Cancer

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We Warmly Welcome Eleni Sakorafa As a New Member Of The OAC Certified Instructor Team In Greece!

+++ Breaking News +++ OAC Cooperates With personalfitness.de And Physio Deutschland

Press release Munich, December 14, 2021OAC pushes Germany into a healthy future: Through the cooperation with personalfitness.de and Physio Deutschland, the offer for cancer patients, their families and friends is growing fast. OAC - Outdoor against Cancer - multiplies …

By 2035, Cancer Cases in Europe Will Increase by Another 24%!

"The increase in cancer in the European Union is a further 24% by 2035. We have to act now and not in half a year to inform our children and accompany them on the way to a healthier future. Delay is no longer an option here! Therefore, from now on, we will also increasingly tackl …

LRCKids: First School Event in Portugal on December 16, 2021

A Healthy Lifestyle as Cancer Prevention!  According to the World Health Organization, with more than 3.9 million new cases and 1.9 million deaths each year, cancer represents the second most important cause of death and mortality in Europe. On a global scale, cancer account …

Congratulations to Dounia Chikri on achieving OAC Instructor Certificate, Ms Chikri works as a volunteer for the Lalla Salma Foundation, Morocco.

Bayer Global Patient Summit December 1 and 2, 2021

"At some point in life, we realize that we haven't done or learned anything in vain - and of course still do from. That's why I'm even more pleased to have been invited both as a keynote speaker and moderator for the morning panel on December 2 with patient organizations at this …

Petra Thaller Speaker at the Garmin Health Summit 28/29 October 2021, Lisbon, Portugal

Petra Thaller OAC Founder & President about OAC Europe & Beyond

OAC Europe & Beyond at the GARMIN HEALTH SUMMIT 28/29 October 2021 in Lisboa and online

OAC Founder and President Petra Thaller will be a speaker at the Garmin Health Summit in Lisbon to introduce OAC Europe & Beyond's digital services to an international audience.This year’s summit will be a hybrid event, so you can join us on location as well as virtually!FURT …

OAC Europe & Beyond: Supporter of the National Decade Against Cancer & Europe's Beating Cancer Plan

The OAC slogan TOGETHER OUT OF THE WOODS! is a clear commitment in the overall sense of health, sustainability and environmental responsibility. OAC connects cancer patients, their families, and friends and gives them the tools for a healthy future. The four OAC pillars in German …

Outdoor Sports And Exercising, Personal Responsibility, And Lifestyle Change, An Interview With Petra Thaller

 An interview about outdoor sports and exercise, personal responsibility, and lifestyle change. "I was hoping to do an interview with Petra because I was very excited about OAC when I first came across it while writing my seminar paper on this topic: health promotion through …

The Fight Against Cancer Is a Team Sport: the Role of Education and Sport. Brussels, European Commission July 2016

This excerpt from the original document proves that OAC has been communicating outdoor sports and exercising in a healthy environment since its foundation in 2015. In addition, OAC has seen an important supporting role in the social environment of cancer patients, family members …

Bayer Pharmaceuticals: Regular physical activity benefits both the body and mind.

As a proud sponsor of #OAC, we at #Bayer want to help raise awareness to how physical activity can support in prevention and management of #cancer.

Mbarka Oubrahim: First OAC Certified Instructor For Foundation Lalla Salma in Morocco

Physical Activity = Health"The access to OAC is a source of joy for me because I always enjoy being with cancer patients.The development of physical activity adapted to each person will bring a great pleasure and love to exercise.The goal is to support patients during treatment, …

OAC Europe & Beyond: Highlights 2021/2022

The OAC slogan TOGETHER OUT OF THE WOODS! is a clear commitment in the overall sense of health, sustainability and environmental responsibility. OAC connects cancer patients, their families and friends and gives them the tools for a healthy future. The four OAC pillars in Germany …

Estée Lauder Companies, Breuninger & OAC: Outdoor Sports And Exercise In The Fight Against Breast Cancer

Every October, institutions, companies and people around the world join together to support a common cause: the common fight against breast cancer.For OAC Europe & Beyond, the upcoming Pink October is a very special one. For the first time, OAC is joining forces with Estée La …

Petra Thaller is invited to speak at Garmin Health Summit on October 28–29, 2021, in Lisbon

OAC Spirit, Founder & President Petra Thaller is invited to speak at the Garmin Health Summit 2021 in Lisbon! The Summit will take place on 28 and 29 October 2021 at the "suspenso" in the heart of Lisbon. All presentations are scheduled for 29 October. This year, the summit w …

ESV München e.V.: New OAC Partner For Munich

OAC and ESV München e.V. join forces for Munich cancer patients, their families, and friendsSince July 2021, selected ESV trainers have been undergoing OAC certification so that they can meet the requirements for the OAC exercise and sports offer for cancer patients, their famili …

tentree - OAC Partner Garment

We are proud of our garment partner tentree!OAC connects exclusively with companies and other organizations that have chosen Planet and People equally. Partners who support us in living up to our motto: TOGETHER OUT OF THE WOODS! live up to it.  That's why we chose TenTree!& …

The European Commission's Knowledge Centre on Cancer

Europe's Beating Cancer Plan - starts with the Knowledge Center on Cancer, an online platform that will help identify, align, plan and coordinate European action on cancer. This will also provide a space for everyone invested in the fight against cancer to share best practices, c …

From Friday, July 2, 2021,12:00 CET: OAC online training in French language

As OAC Europe, we are doing everything we can to promote all scientific findings on how outdoor exercise and sport work in the fight against cancer, both within and outside Europe. Together with our international team, partners, and members of the OAC advisory board, we will be a …

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BECOME AN OAC MEMBER AND BUY THE OAC MULTIFUNCTIONAL SHOES FROM VIKING FOOTWEAR AT A SPECIAL PRICE!

Become an OAC member and buy an OAC multifunctional shoe at a preferential price!A valuable contribution with great impact for the health of our society in Germany, Europe and beyond. With this membership you have the unique opportunity to buy our OAC multifunctional shoe from Vi …

STATUS QUO AND FUTURE OF OAC, AN INTERVIEW WITH PETRA THALLER, FOUNDER & PRESIDENT OAC

Outdoor against Cancer OAC came into being because Petra Thaller herself was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2015. Already at that time, during her own cancer disease, she founded OAC and pursued the vision of an international outdoor sport and activity network as primary, second …

“We Ride Faster Than Cancer” – A Virtual Bike Ride for Those Who Beat Cancer

Europe's Beating Cancer Plan takes off with the first digital bike ride from our partner organization K.E.F.I.. Collaboration within Europe and beyond is essential in the fight against cancer. We are proud to play an important role here in outdoor sports and exercise! In addition …

Presentation Petra Thaller About OAC Europe's Steps After The First ERASMUS+ Project OAC: my goal!

OAC Europe: Strong Green Cooperation In Greece

Statement Kostas Kalogranis, Chairman of the Green Party, Greece"The Green Party of Greece is committed to the ecological transformation of society at all levels. It is clear and scientifically proven that the environment has a dominant influence on the health of citizens. We see …