Cancer information

Information about cancer prevention, early detection, and different cancer types.

Freephone Support Line

Our Cancer Nurses offer confidential advice, support and information for anyone affected by cancer.

1800 200 700 Mon-Fri
9am-5pm Mon-Fri
9am-5pm

Daffodil Centres

Our Daffodil Centres in 13 hospitals nationwide are staffed by Cancer Nurses and trained volunteers who provide face-to-face advice, support and information for anyone affected by cancer.

Find your nearest Daffodil Centre

Cancer.ie has a range of information about cancer, including cancer prevention, early detection, different cancer types and childhood cancers. Here you will find useful links to our resources. If you need support or have questions about cancer, please reach out to our support services.

Cancer prevention

Learn how a healthy lifestyle can help reduce your risk of cancer.

Early detection

This section provides information on changes to look for when checking your body that could indicate cancer, and how cancer is usually diagnosed.

About cancer

Visit our about cancer page to find out more about how cancer develops and types of cancer, as well as statistics on cancer in Ireland.

Children's cancer

If your child has been diagnosed with cancer or you're worried about children's cancer, we have information and support to help.

Find out more here

Booklets and leaflets about cancer

View our cancer support and awareness information books and leaflets below. If you would like a paper copy sent to you, please contact our Support Line on 1800 200 700. For hospitals and organisations who need booklets, please use our online order form.