HCP Hub
Our hub is full of information for healthcare professionals (HCPs) who care for people living with cancer. We have resources and services to support you in your role, as well as updates on the latest research and news.
Information for healthcare professionals
Find out how the Irish Cancer Society can help you and your patients.
Research
We are the largest voluntary funder of cancer research in Ireland. Learn more about our research and find out how to get involved.
Publications
We have over 100 booklets and leaflets on different topics, including cancer types, treatments, CAYA and cancer prevention.
HCPs can bulk order copies to their workplace free of charge.
Patient education
We provide free patient education group sessions online and in person.
We also have video resources that your patients can watch in their own time.
Our services
We offer a range of services to your patients, including our Support Line, our Night Nursing Service and our Transport Service.
Our news
We aim to regularly update you via press releases and impact articles about researchers, fundraisers and others.
Health literacy e-learning for cancer HCPs
Health literacy e-learning for cancer HCPs
Clear, efficient communication is vital to help patients understand and make decisions about their treatment and to manage side-effects. Using established health-literacy friendly techniques can make interactions more effective, saving time and avoiding unnecessary follow-up and service use. (20-minute self-directed resource)
Is English not your patient's first language?
Autumn 2026 publications
Did you know? We update our resources on a rolling basis, peer-reviewed with HCPs from around the country. If you might be interested in contributing to an upcoming publication or video in your field, we'd love to hear from you. Express your interest here.
Browse our publications
Cancer prevention and awareness
Stopping cancer before it starts is a key goal of the Irish Cancer Society. We know 4 out of every 10 cancers can be prevented by living a healthy lifestyle. Spotting cancer early is also a key part of our cancer awareness work.
The booklets, leaflets, factsheets, posters and other resources listed below provide information on how to reduce your risk of developing a variety of cancers, and how to spot cancer early.
Coping resources for patients
These publications are to help patients and their loved ones cope with the emotional and practical side of cancer. They have advice on talking about cancer, coping with difficult emotions and symptoms, managing relationships, practical and financial matters and life after cancer.
Coping resources for carers and loved ones
This collection is for family, friends, and carers supporting someone with cancer.
It includes practical guides to help you understand what your loved one may be going through, as well as tips for caring at home and looking after your own wellbeing throughout the journey.
