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The success of PRAISE-U is dependent on clear and transparent communication between actors. As such, all publications related to the project can be reviewed and shared to promote full understanding of the project and the sharing of important data between stakeholders.
Smart Prostate Cancer Screening in the EU: From PRAISE-U to PRAISE-U+
On 10-11 September 2026, over 100 experts, researchers, clinicians, patient representatives and policymakers gathered in Brussels, Belgium, to celebrate the achievements of PRAISE-U and mark the start of its ambitious successor, PRAISE-U+.
How far have we come with Prostate Cancer screening in Europe? Insights from EAU26
Europe is advancing prostate cancer screening with organized, risk-adapted approaches. PRAISE-U and national pilots show that multi-step workflows using PSA, MRI, and selective biopsy are feasible, cost-effective, and well accepted by men. Clear communication, GP involvement, and digital tools are key to improving participation and early detection.
PRAISE-U consortium meets in Rotterdam: First lessons from pilots and next steps
The PRAISE-U consortium convened in Rotterdam for a two-day meeting on the 8th and 9th of September to share early results, tackle implementation challenges, and discuss the future of prostate cancer (PCa) screening in Europe.
EPAD 2025 at the European Parliament: PRAISE-U in the spotlight
Prominent European politicians, leading clinicians, researchers, and patient representatives met at the European Parliament for European Prostate Cancer Awareness Day.
Prostate cancer screening in Europe: PRAISE-U leading the way forward
At the recent EAU National Societies Meeting in Noordwijk, the Netherlands on the 6th of June. EAU Policy Office Chair Prof. Hein Van Poppel (BE) shared a crucial update on the progress of prostate cancer (PCa) screening across Europe. Representing the EU-funded PRAISE-U initiative, he presented a clear message: Europe is at a turning point in how it approaches early detection of prostate cancer.
PRAISE-U initiative: An update on the rapidly evolving landscape of PCa screening in Europe
At the recent EAU National Societies Meeting in Noordwijk, the Netherlands on the 6th of June. EAU Policy Office Chair Prof. Hein Van Poppel (BE) shared a crucial update on the progress of prostate cancer (PCa) screening across Europe. Representing the EU-funded PRAISE-U initiative, he presented a clear message: Europe is at a turning point in how it approaches early detection of prostate cancer.
Insights from the EUrology Session on PRAISE-U
On the 4th December MEPs, healthcare professionals and policymakers came together for an insightful forum on PRAISE-U's most recent updates, including the status of the pilot sites and research advancements.
PRAISE-U project presents in Noordwijk
Representatives of various National Urological Societies in Europe met in Noordwijk, The Netherlands this past June to deliberate on various topics across the fields of urology. To this delegation, Chair of the Policy Office, Prof. Hein Van Poppel, presented the progress made by the PRostate cancer Awareness and Initiative for Screening in the European Union (PRAISE-U) project.
February 2024 PRAISE-U updates
Read articles published on updates from PRAISE-U
PRAISE-U calls for cooperation for prostate cancer screening
Since the kick-off of PRAISE-U in Brussels this April, the consortium has been hard at work building the foundation of this ambitious EU-wide prostate cancer early detection project. While PRAISE-U is a three-year project, these early steps require an influx of data and experiences from urological colleagues around the world. Thus, Praise-U representatives attended the National Societies Meeting in Noordwijk, the Netherlands, to present the project and gather information for the prostate cancer knowledge hub.
PRAISE-U: PCa early detection project
PRAISE-U (PRostate cancer Awareness and Initiative for Screening in the European Union) is a three-year project involving 25 institutions from 12 countries. Approved by the EU4Health programme, PRAISE-U’s mission is to design a nationally-tailored cost-effective early detection algorithm for EU PCa screening to reduce morbidity and mortality caused by PCa, while avoiding overdiagnosis and overtreatment.
Press Release
Read about the launch of PRAISE-U and what can be expected from the project.
About PRAISE-U
In direct partnership with a network of consortium members, PRAISE-U works to encourage early detection and diagnosis of prostate cancer through customised and risk-based screening programmes.