Bladder cancer
Focused on what
matters most
We are committed to improving bladder cancer care by researching innovative treatments to help address the unique challenges of this disease.
Transforming bladder cancer outcomes
Bladder cancer affects more men than women. In all cases, early recognition and intervention are essential for optimal outcomes. Advances in treatment are helping to target this cancer at its earliest stages.
Pfizer is focused on improving treatments and providing people with bladder cancer with helpful resources and support.
- 1 in 2
bladder cancer cases in the US are caused by smoking - 74%
of non-muscle invasive bladder cancer cases are in men - Women have a
75%
higher risk for advanced vs early stage diagnoses compared to White men - 96%
the 5-year survival rate for in situ cases (still within its original site)
A focus on bladder cancer
At Pfizer, we are committed to improving care for people with bladder cancer, and offer a treatment for advanced bladder cancer.
We are also exploring the use of combination therapy in earlier stages of the disease while also testing additional medicines to expand future treatment options.
Bladder cancer care redefined
Common bladder cancer risk factors
Learn about the genetic and lifestyle risk factors for bladder cancer and what you can do to lower your risk.
What are the types of bladder cancer?
Find out what the different kinds of bladder cancer are and how early detection leads to better outcomes.
Don’t miss signs of bladder cancer
Discover the symptoms of early bladder cancer and what tests doctors use to make a diagnosis.
A focus on improving health equity
Focus on reducing disparities in bladder cancer outcomes
Black people are included in less than 1% of clinical trials for bladder cancer
Women with bladder cancer are often diagnosed later than men, potentially leading to worse outcomes
Workers exposed to certain chemicals or fumes have a higher risk of bladder cancer
Sharing strength & support
Meet sisters Jackie and Carrie and find out what they learned as caregivers supporting their mom with bladder cancer.
Resources & community
Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network
Providing support, education, and advocacy for those impacted by bladder cancer.
American Cancer Society
Improving the lives of people with cancer and their families through advocacy, research, and support.
CancerCare
Providing support services and information to help people manage the emotional, practical, and financial challenges of cancer.