Living Well with and Beyond Cancer 2021
Our annual national conference took place online on Wednesday, 2 June and Thursday, 3 June.
A range of speakers shared their experiences, stories and expert knowledge on living well after a cancer diagnosis through a mix of virtual presentations, interactive workshops and Q&A sessions.
The last year has been difficult for people affected by cancer and the uncertainty and isolation continues for many. We would encourage cancer patients, survivors and those that care for them to watch the recordings from this unique online event.
The conference recordings look at topics like self-care, healthy eating, exercise as well as advances in cancer treatment.
Recordings from our 2021 conference
You can view the videos below
Videos from conference main stage
Conference main stage, Wednesday morning
- MC Dr Eddie Murphy and Irish Cancer Society CEO Averil Power open the Living Well With and Beyond Cancer Conference 2021.
- Eddie meets Peer Support Volunteer Michael Nowlan.
- Dr Vicky Cooper presents on self care strategies.
- Eddie meets Peer Support Volunteer Michael Nowlan.
- Dr Vicky Cooper presents on self care strategies.
Conference main stage, Wednesday afternoon
- Dr Eddie Murphy meets Irish Cancer Society Director of Services Delivery and Innovation Donal Buggy;
- Cancer Nurse Mary Loftus;
- and Dr Robert O'Connor, Irish Cancer Society Director of Research.
- Cancer Nurse Mary Loftus;
- and Dr Robert O'Connor, Irish Cancer Society Director of Research.
Conference main stage, Thursday morning
- Dr Eddie Murphy meets Prof Donal Brennan who presents on Why Research Matters.
- Dr Eddie talks to Sharon Goff and Cathleen Osborne about a new survivorship workshop from the Irish Cancer Society and National Cancer Control Programme, LACES (Life and Cancer: Enhancing Survivorship).
- Dr Eddie talks to Sharon Goff and Cathleen Osborne about a new survivorship workshop from the Irish Cancer Society and National Cancer Control Programme, LACES (Life and Cancer: Enhancing Survivorship).
Conference main stage, Thursday afternoon
- Dr Eddie Murphy meets some of the Irish Cancer Society Volunteers and Advocates: Trish Carlos, Andrew O'Rourke and Niamh Fortune.
- Dr Eddie also meets Donna-Marie Cullen who shares her cancer journey.
- Dr Eddie also meets Donna-Marie Cullen who shares her cancer journey.
Videos from conference sessions
Advances in metastatic (secondary) cancer treatments
With Dr Miriam O'Connor.
You can download the slides from this presentation below.
You can download the slides from this presentation below.
Presentation slides: Advances in Metastatic (Secondary) Cancer Treatments
Introduction to sketching - Part 1
With Aisling Freeney.
Easy fun workshop that teaches you an easy subject to sketch and then a gentle encouragement to let free with creativity.
Easy fun workshop that teaches you an easy subject to sketch and then a gentle encouragement to let free with creativity.
Introduction to sketching - Part 2
With Aisling Freeney.
Easy fun workshop that teaches you an easy subject to sketch and then a gentle encouragement to let free with creativity.
Easy fun workshop that teaches you an easy subject to sketch and then a gentle encouragement to let free with creativity.
Benefits and entitlements for cancer patients
With Una Fannon and Helen Roche.
Briefing from the Irish Cancer Society Advocacy Team on medical cards, state benefits and entitlements.
Briefing from the Irish Cancer Society Advocacy Team on medical cards, state benefits and entitlements.
Siel Bleu exercise demonstration
With Shane Lee.
Join Siel Bleu as they guide you through some simple home exercises for cancer patients and survivors.
Join Siel Bleu as they guide you through some simple home exercises for cancer patients and survivors.
Exercise throughout the cancer journey
The benefits of exercise at different stages in the cancer journey, with Lisa Loughney,
You can download the slides from this presentation below.
You can download the slides from this presentation below.
Presentation slides: Exercise throughout the cancer journey
Men's health and wellbeing
Evidence based tips and techniques to help men to take charge of their own health and wellbeing, with Lorcan Brennan.
You can download the slides from this presentation below.
You can download the slides from this presentation below.
Presentation slides: Men's health and wellbeing
Look Good Feel Better
Skincare and Make-up Demonstration with Margaret Heffernan of Look Good Feel Bet
Navigating a return to work
With Sharon Goff and Naomi Algeo.
Challenges that may be faced when planning a return to work, what steps could be taken to overcome these and what to expect when you have returned to work.
You can download the slides from this presentation below.
Challenges that may be faced when planning a return to work, what steps could be taken to overcome these and what to expect when you have returned to work.
You can download the slides from this presentation below.
Presentation slides: Navigating a return to work
Self care strategies
With Dr Vicky Cooper.
Self-care is about the things we can do to look after our own mental health. This session offers practical techniques to provide support when you need it most.
You can download the slides from this presentation below.
Self-care is about the things we can do to look after our own mental health. This session offers practical techniques to provide support when you need it most.
You can download the slides from this presentation below.
Presentation slides: Self care strategies
The Breathing Space: Mindful practice and meditation
With Ann Marie Ireland,
Set up a comfortable space to come away to a quiet place where you can rest and renew your energy with gentle restorative mindful practices.
Set up a comfortable space to come away to a quiet place where you can rest and renew your energy with gentle restorative mindful practices.
Coping with fear of recurrence
With Dr Lisa McGrath.
We will explore the fears and emotions around recurrence and provide tips and techniques on how to manage negative feelings.
You can download the slides from this presentation below.
We will explore the fears and emotions around recurrence and provide tips and techniques on how to manage negative feelings.
You can download the slides from this presentation below.
Presentation slides: Coping with fear of recurrence
Eating well before, during and after cancer
With Fiona Roulston.
The importance of diet during your cancer journey and practical tips for managing diet during treatment and beyond.
You can download the slides from this presentation below.
The importance of diet during your cancer journey and practical tips for managing diet during treatment and beyond.
You can download the slides from this presentation below.
Presentation slides: Eating well before, during and after cancer
Sexuality after a cancer diagnosis
With Dr Mary Rogan.
We will look at the possible effects of cancer and treatments and provide some recommendations on how to resume sexual life post diagnosis and treatment.
You can download the slides from this presentation below.
We will look at the possible effects of cancer and treatments and provide some recommendations on how to resume sexual life post diagnosis and treatment.
You can download the slides from this presentation below.
Presentation slides: Sexuality after a cancer diagnosis
Yoga: A practice for wellbeing through sensory integration
With Connie Walsh.
We'll sit comfortably on a chair and explore accessible movements. Awakening associations with our senses can enhance feelings of well-being.
We'll sit comfortably on a chair and explore accessible movements. Awakening associations with our senses can enhance feelings of well-being.
Living with metastatic/advanced cancer
With Dr Natalie Hession
Intended only for viewers with advanced cancer. We explore living with a chronic illness, dealing with uncertainty and finding hope.
Intended only for viewers with advanced cancer. We explore living with a chronic illness, dealing with uncertainty and finding hope.
What is inherited cancer?
With Eoin Hanney.
Overview of inherited and sporadic cancers and the types of genetic testing.
You can download the slides from this presentation below.
Overview of inherited and sporadic cancers and the types of genetic testing.
You can download the slides from this presentation below.
What is inherited cancer?
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How and why we talk to children about cancer
With Yvonne O'Meara.
This session will help anyone who has children in their world, explain cancer from a new diagnosis and beyond.
This session will help anyone who has children in their world, explain cancer from a new diagnosis and beyond.
View recordings from last year's virtual conference
View recordings from last year's virtual conference
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
