Cancer treatments

Cancer treatment is a complex process that differs from person to person.

We have information about the most common treatment methods and side-effects.

Simply select the treatment type you wish to learn about to find more information.

List of potential cancer treatments

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Patient Education

Our Patient Education service offers free group information sessions online and in person for patients about to start chemotherapy. 

We also have a collection of self-guided pre-treatment education videos. 

Our videos have information to help you understand and prepare for different treatments and possible side-effects that you can watch in your own time. The video topics are: 

  • Radiotherapy
  • Immunotherapy and targeted therapies
  • Oral anti-cancer medicines
  • Hormone therapy

We have informationa and tips on managing symptoms and side-effects during and after cancer treatment.

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Support Line

Support Line

Our Cancer Nurses offer confidential advice, support and information for anyone affected by cancer. Call or email supportline@irishcancer.ie. Video calls available. Mon-Fri: 9am-5pm
Support Line
Our Daffodil Centres

Our 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.
Our Daffodil Centres