Living Well with and Beyond Cancer 2022
Our annual national conference took place as an in-person and online event on Saturday 3rd September.
This one day conference had a wide range of speakers sharing their experiences, stories and expert knowledge on living well after a cancer diagnosis through a mix of physical and virtual presentations, interactive workshops and Q&A sessions.
You can find the recordings from this year, and previous year’s below.
Living Well With and Beyond Cancer Conference 2022 Programme
Recordings from our 2022 conference
You can view the videos below
Plenaries
Opening plenary
Dr Eddie Murphy and Irish Cancer Society CEO Averil Power open this year’s conference. Dr Eddie Murphy talks to Professor Roisin Connolly and Sonya Lynch about the importance of Patient Survivorship Pathways. He also meets Peer Support Volunteer Paul Coghlan.
Closing plenary
Brid Horan, Chairperson of the Board of the Irish Cancer Society opens the closing plenary. Dr Eddie Murphy talks to Adapted Adventurer Nikki Bradley and Singer Songwriter Pamela Tully.
Workshop sessions
Why Eating Well Matters After a Cancer Diagnosis
Veronica McSharry, Senior Dietitian in Oncology and Haematology look at why nutrition is important during these various stages and provide practical support on nutritional self-management. It will also help debunk some of the many nutritional myths we hear through word of mouth or in the media.
You can download the slides from this presentation below.
You can download the slides from this presentation below.
I Got This! Coping with Fear of Recurrence
Dr Amanda Kracen discuss fear of recurrence and what contributes to it. Most importantly, reviewing strategies for coping and thriving despite ongoing uncertainty.
You can download the slides from this presentation below.
You can download the slides from this presentation below.
Fatigue and Cognitive Impairment in People with a Diagnosis of Cancer
This presentation by Dr Patricia O’Regan will focus on the area of cancer related fatigue and cancer related cognitive impairment including chemo brain.
You can download the slides from this presentation below.
You can download the slides from this presentation below.
Living with the Side Effects of Immunotherapy and other Targeted Treatments
In this presentation Dr Brian Bird discusses how immunotherapy works, its benefits and common side effects.
You can download the slides from this presentation below.
You can download the slides from this presentation below.
Benefits of Exercise Throughout the Cancer Journey
Lisa Loughney, Clinical Exercise Physiologist and Survivorship & Community Supports Manager (Acting) with the Irish Cancer Society and Colm O’Meara Clincial Exercise Coordinator with ExWell Medical share some information and practical guidance on how to incorporate exercise and physical activity into your day-to-day life.
You can download the slides from this presentation below.
You can download the slides from this presentation below.
Cancer, Menopause and Menopause Symptoms
Dr Fionán Donohoe presents a whistle stop tour through menopause and menopause symptoms induced or exacerbated by cancer and its treatment.
You can download the slides from this presentation below.
You can download the slides from this presentation below.
Returning to Work After a Cancer Diagnosis
In this presentation Dr Naomi Algeo will explore cancer and employment in Ireland as well as employment rights and entitlements in the context of a cancer diagnosis. Strategies to manage cancer and treatment-related side-effects such as fatigue and brain-fog in the workplace will be discussed, as well as how to navigate a phased return to work.
You can download the slides from this presentation below.
You can download the slides from this presentation below.
Your Skin’s Health Before, During and After Cancer
Dr Bláithín Moriarty will give an overview of the skin problems that cancer or treatment can cause.
You can download the slides from this presentation below.
You can download the slides from this presentation below.
Cancer Support Services in Ireland
Corrinne Hasson, Head of Services (Acting) with the Irish Cancer Society and Dorothy Thomas, Patient Engagement Manager, NCCP will give an overview of the Cancer Support Services in Ireland.
You can download the slides from this presentation below.
You can download the slides from this presentation below.
How Inherited Cancer Genetics may be Important in Cancer Care and Prevention
Prof. Karen Cadoo discusses how inherited cancer genetics may be important in cancer care and prevention.
Practical and Financial Supports
Pádraig O’Ruairc, Support Programme Coordinator with the Irish Cancer Society gives an overview of the Practical and Financial Supports available in Ireland.
You can download the slides from this presentation below.
You can download the slides from this presentation below.
Boots Feel More Like You Again
Boots Cancer Beauty Advisors were available at the Living Well With and Beyond Cancer Conference to give face-to-face advice about caring for your hair, skin and nails after a cancer diagnosis. In this video they will show the best products to use to manage changes from your treatment, with tips and tricks to help enhance the features that make you look and feel good. This is also a free service available in selected stores.
Living Well Conference 2021
Living Well Conference 2021
Watch videos from Living Well With and Beyond Cancer 2021.
Living Well Conference 2020
Living Well Conference 2020
Watch videos from Living Well With and Beyond Cancer 2020.
More information on our cancer support services
More information on our cancer support services
Peer Support
About the Irish Cancer Society's one-to-one support programme for newly diagnosed patients.
Talking about your cancer
Tips and advice on talking about your cancer diagnosis with family, friends and children.
For more information
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1800 200 700