Search There are 192 resultsIrish Cancer Society news Cancer Awareness & Information Evening Video: Movember and the Irish Cancer Society's Cancer Information ServiceHere's a short video produced by Movember about the Irish Cancer Society's Cancer Information Service, and how it helps men affected by cancer. UCD team undertakes evaluation of Irish Cancer Society cancer information servicesHave you used the Irish Cancer Society's range of cancer information services? If so you can help us to evaluate those services by taking part in a quick online survey which has been compiled by a team of researchers from University College Dublin. New ‘one-stop-shop’ platform for gynaecological cancer information launched to mark World GO DayA new first-of-its-kind platform for Ireland providing relevant, reliable and evidence-based information for people affected by cervical cancer has been launched to mark World Gynaecological Oncology Awareness Day (GO Day) on Monday September 20. Over 82,000* Contacts with Irish Cancer Society’s Cancer Information Service in 2013 Information evening to highlight leading blood cancer research taking place on our doorstep I want to Get Cancer leads to surge in demand for information and support services Boots Irish Cancer Society Information Pharmacist now available in-stores nationwide offering support to cancer patients in their community The Irish Cancer Society and Dell launch Daffodil Day 2013 and appeal for support to raise €3.4m to fund vital cancer information servicesDaffodil Day, supported by Dell, is the Irish Cancer Society’s biggest fundraiser, with a fundraising target of €3.4million for Daffodil Day 2013 on Friday, March 22nd. Myeloma Patient and Family Information Day New research shows that men with lower literacy levels less likely to access health information Better health literacy can help save lives - top tips for improving quality of health information for men Anne: Cancer Nurse, Daffodil Centre"The potential to make a difference in someone’s life has always motivated me when caring for cancer patients." Robyn Finucane's breast cancer story'It was playing on my mind. It was the beginning of July and after checking my breasts purely by chance after reading this article, I found a lump.” Click the link to read more. Thyroid cancer survivor Sophie – ‘Getting things checked early is key’“Getting these things checked as early as possible is really key when it comes to cancer. I’m very thankful my GP found the lump.” Aoife from Athlone's baking fundraiser inspired by her MamAoife Callinan was inspired to start a baking fundraiser following her Mam's cancer diagnosis Sinead's Ovarian Cancer Story22-year-old Sinéad Breslin from Longford began experiencing unusual symptoms extreme fatigue, back pain, changes to her menstrual flow, feeling full and bloated after she ate and also a feeling of gas in her stomach, before she was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. Read her full story by clicking the link. 'It’s really important to know what’s normal for you and to be aware of symptoms' - cervical cancer survivor AoifeAoife P Rafter was 27 when she was diagnosed with cervical cancer and told she would need a radical hysterectomy. Questions about inherited breast cancer and BRCA1 and BRCA2? Here are some pointersRecent media coverage about Angelina Jolie and her decision to opt for bilateral mastectomy has highlighted the issue of genetic breast cancer and the genes BRCA1 and BRCA2. Here is some useful information which may help you better understand some more about it and perhaps answer some of your questions. Michael Moran – ‘Testicular cancer has become very treatable and curable’When primary school principal Michael Moran received the news earlier this year that he had an aggressive form of testicular cancer, he was fortunate to have the very best of help at hand. Katie's story: “I was lucky my cancer was found early; it was small and very treatable. So, there were a lot of positives in that.” Irish Cancer Society is looking for men aged 40 and over to take part in a research study Prostate cancer – ‘I’ve opened up to my friends because I don’t want them to have the same issue’Gary Brooks is glad to be getting back into the swing of things three months after having surgery to remove his prostate. Irish Cancer Society awards 'Misinformation and Disinformation in Cancer' research grantThe grant was awarded to Professor Declan Devane and Elaine Finucane of NUI Galway for their study, Informed Health Choices-Cancer (IHC-Cancer) Siobhan's metastatic cancer storyWhen I received my diagnosis, I actually felt I was able to accept it relatively quickly. My work focused on medicines research & development," Read more about Siobhan's metastatic cancer story. Irish Cancer Society advice for cancer patients on COVID-19 (coronavirus)Information and advice concerning the coronavirus for cancer patients, cancer survivors and their families. Mother of Kildare sports stars gets her boots on for cancer charity walkA member of one of Kildare’s great sporting families has asked others in the county to join her in getting their trekking boots on in support of cancer patients. Martina Balfe's breast cancer storyIt was during a spot of virtual Zumba in her living room that Martina Balfe from Clonee in Dublin began noticing a pain in her chest. She was later diagnosed with breast cancer. Read her full story here. Irish Cancer Society linking policyInformation about linking to www.cancer.ie and our policy linking to other websites. Click the link to learn more. Sinead's Bowel Cancer Story“I really want to shine a light on the fact that younger people under 50 can and are getting bowel cancer.” Click the link to read more. Irish Cancer Society partners with the All-Island Cancer Research Institute (AICRI) to fund innovative new research role€225,000 investment aims to inform the prioritisation of cancer research across the island of Ireland Interview with Roz from the Irish Cancer Society's counselling serviceInsert 1-2 sentence article teaser here Testicular cancer – ‘My story is positive because of my reaction’Men often don’t know how to recognise the signs of testicular cancer, according to one patient who is very glad he did. 'These images show the reality of not wearing sunscreen' - skin cancer survivor James38-year-old James Anthony from Derry talks about his experience of skin cancer diagnosis and treatment. Lydia Whelan's Breast Cancer StoryWhen Lydia Whelan was diagnosed with breast cancer in July 2024 at age 32, it came as a shock. Click the link to learn more. “My metastatic cancer diagnosis was a completely different animal and it forced changes to my life that were difficult, but necessary." - Siobhan's story Lung Cancer Survivor Seamus Cotter shares his story“If you receive a diagnosis like mine, ask your doctor about a possibility of a clinical trial. Not everyone is applicable of course, but you won’t know unless you ask.” Half of cancer patients feel diagnosis negatively impacts career, ESRI study showsNearly half (46%) of those that returned to employment identified health issues which affected their ability to return to work, according to the survey conducted by the Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI) and funded by the Irish Cancer Society. Dr Arman Rahman Cancer Researcher Story"Biomarkers give us an indication of who will respond well to chemotherapy and those who won’t." Cancer survivor Breffni – ‘I was amazed with the care I got’Breffni McCabe had heard all the ‘scare stories’ before his cancer treatment journey began, but the Carlingford local’s experience of care ended up being a lot more positive than what he was led to expect. Irish Cancer Society Liam Mc Trial ProfileIrish Cancer Society Liam Mc Trial Profile Irish Cancer Society announces Cancer Research Engagement grant recipientsThe Irish Cancer Society is delighted to announce that we will be funding three Cancer Research Engagement Awards in 2021 that aim to promote cancer research to people affected by cancer and the public. AnnMarie's Story: "Doctors and nurses are so busy, but it’s still okay to stop and ask them to explain something again if you don’t understand."AnnMarie's Story: "Doctors and nurses are so busy, but it’s still okay to stop and ask them to explain something again if you don’t understand." Bowel cancer survivor Paul- ‘Catching cancer early gave me back precious time’Having survived cancer on six occasions Donegal man and former hospital and tourism manager Paul McLoone says catching his recent bowel cancer early has enabled him to enjoy time with his new granddaughter Fiadh that he otherwise might not have had. Explainer: Why does coronavirus guidance for cancer patients keep changing?Coronavirus is a new infection and so doctors and scientists are still coming to grips with important information about how it spreads, who is most likely to be affected and the best ways to stop it. Irish Cancer Society awards three new PhD Scholarships to researchers in Social Science, Nursing, and Allied HealthJennifer Fitzpatrick, Chloe Moore and Sophie Mulcahy Symmons receive Social, Nursing and Allied Health Sciences PhD Scholarships 2021 Cancer survivor Francis – ‘It changed my attitude to life entirely’When Francis Deasy was first told by the doctor that he had testicular cancer, he thought they had the wrong person. Oesophageal cancer patient Geraldine – ‘The Daffodil Centre were brilliant’Geraldine Cronin had already encountered the tough practicalities of life with oesophageal cancer from her lifetime working in healthcare, so when she was diagnosed with it herself in 2018 she had some insight into the difficult road that lay ahead for her. Irish Cancer Society responds to plight of Ukrainian cancer patients arriving in IrelandAs Ireland prepares to welcome the many thousands of people fleeing the tragic events in Ukraine, the Irish Cancer Society stands ready to support vulnerable cancer patients among this community. Director of Research Dr Robert O'Connor on Covid-19 vaccine for cancer patientsRead commentary by Irish Cancer Society Director of Research Robert O'Connor on Covid-19 vaccinations for people affected by cancer Cancer survivor Mike – ‘Staying active was a huge part of my recovery’Mike Walsh is living proof that you can climb mountains even after a cancer diagnosis, but the county Waterford lecturer is keen to promote the message that even a small amount of physical activity can reap big rewards. Blood cancer patient Paul – ‘Lean on others during your journey, don’t try to do it solo’When Paul Coghlan woke up with an unexplained black eye on the morning of 10 May 2018, he had little idea of the rollercoaster year that would lay ahead of him. Jamie Power – 'It was tough trying to shield my four children from the madness of treatment and stay on an even keel.'Jamie Power speaks of the emotional impact of receiving a diagnosis of throat cancer. Edel: Support Line Cancer NurseIn her role as a Cancer Nurse on the Irish Cancer Society’s Support Line, every day Edel Brangan speaks to people affected by cancer. Click the link to read more about Edel's work. Mark Jordan's Prostate Cancer Story"Three years ago, aged 67, I was diagnosed with prostate cancer. It was a terrible shock despite the fact that two of my brothers had previously had prostate cancer." Edel: Support Line Cancer Nurse Brain tumour survivor George – ‘I’ve had to refigure some things out about my life’Diagnosed with a rare brain tumour at the age of 22, anyone would forgive George Horsman for dwelling on the negatives of the situation. But the aviation technology graduate has a very different perspective on his experience. Kate Duffy's Prostate Cancer Researcher StoryMeet Kate, an Irish Cancer Society-funded researcher who is working on a project looking at understanding how cancer cells know to spread from the prostate to the bone, as that’s where advanced prostate cancer usually spreads to. Click the link to read more. Irish Cancer Society Privacy PolicyAt the Irish Cancer Society Cookie, we're committed to transparency, and so we have created a privacy policy to ensure we're up to date with the European GDPR regulations. Click the link to learn more. New initiative offers fertility hope for childhood cancer patientsA ground-breaking initiative by the Irish Cancer Society will give children being treated for cancer the best possible chance at starting a family of their own in later life. Bowel cancer survivor Ewan – ‘I was passing blood; that raised the alarm bell for me’Something as simple as a change in his bowel habits was the first tell-tale sign of a problem for bowel cancer survivor Ewan Dunbar. Skin cancer survivor Kenneth – ‘If you delay and don’t get it seen to, the consequences could be life-threatening’Kenneth Giles knows through personal experience the consequences that leaving his skin cancer diagnosis for much longer could have had for him. Irish Cancer Society holds Breast Cancer Conference Laura Hughes's Breast Cancer StoryLaura Hughes shares her experience of treatment delays after being diagnosed with breast cancer. Click the link to learn more. Decoding Cancer - The Facts on Skin Cancer Irish Cancer Society’s bowel cancer web page is most visited cancer on website Anne: Cervical cancer survivorWestmeath woman Anne was 29-years-old and 29 weeks pregnant when she was diagnosed with cervical cancer in 2012. "The potential to make a difference in someone’s life has always motivated me when caring for cancer patients.""The potential to make a difference in someone’s life has always motivated me when caring for cancer patients." Irish Cancer Society awards Post-Doctoral Fellowship to bowel screening researcherThe Irish Cancer Society is delighted to announce that Dr Alice le Bonniec is the recipient of the 2020 Social, Nursing, and Allied Health Sciences Post-Doctoral Fellowship. Irish Cancer Society discusses concerns of cancer community with Health Minister Claire on living with stage 3 bowel cancer – ‘Bowel habits aren’t fun to talk about, but it’s necessary’In the middle of training to become a solicitor and having just finished with the stress of organising a wedding, Claire Lynch admits that news of her bowel cancer diagnosis in 2019 was probably the last thing she needed at the time. Ali McCormack's Bowel Cancer StoryAli McCormack from Co Kildare remembers very well when she first noticed the symptoms before she was diagnosed with bowel cancer. Blood cancer researcher Dr Despina Bazou – ‘People with blood cancers are now living much longer’For Dr Despina Bazou, arriving in Ireland by way of Greece, the US & UK has given her a unique perspective on different cancer research cultures that can be applied to her work here. Irish Society of Gynaecological Oncology Public and Patient Involvement Group (ISGOPPI)Joan Moore and Jacqueline Daly are members of ISGOPPI and also recipients of the Laura Brennan Award for Advocacy and PPI Irish Cancer Society to hold Bowel Cancer Patient Conference Irish Cancer Society to lead campaign to eliminate HPV-caused cancersCampaign to focus on benefits of vaccination and screening in fight against HPV cancers. Linda: Cancer Nurse, Daffodil Centre“I will not stop providing support to people affected by cancer” Click the link to read more about Linda's work at our Daffodil Centres. Paula Carroll's Breast and Bowel Cancer Story“If you notice any changes in your body, get them checked out. It could be nothing, but it could be something as well – and the only person who can make that informed judgement is a doctor.” Click the link to learn more. Irish Cancer Society Launches 2013 Lung Cancer Awareness Month Majority of enquiries to Irish Cancer Society’s Cancer Nurses are about breast cancer Childhood Cancer Fertility Project updateHelen Groarke and Dr Lucia Hartigan from the Merrion Fertility Clinic provide a progress update on our Childhood Cancer Fertility Project for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month Irish Cancer Society launches free conference for Cancer Survivors Record numbers of cancer survivors attend Irish Cancer Society National Conference for Cancer SurvivorshipRecord numbers of cancer survivors have today attended the Irish Cancer Society National Conference for Cancer Survivorship. To mark its 50th Anniversary, the Irish Cancer Society is holding a milestone conference entitled "Living Well with Cancer", bringing together over 800 cancer survivors for the first time. Irish Cancer Society announces funding to improve psychosocial knowledge and support for those with a high hereditary cancer riskIrish Cancer Society announces funding to improve psychosocial knowledge and support for those with a high hereditary cancer risk Irish Cancer Society Hold National Conference for Cancer Survivors About advanced breast cancer IMPROVER: A survey for prostate cancer patients and healthcare professionalsIMPROVER (Involving Men with Prostate Cancer in Engaged Research) is a national survey aiming to collate the experiences of patients and healthcare professionals in the early detection, diagnosis, and management of prostate cancer. Sandra Moore's Breast Cancer Story"You don’t forget about your cancer. I go to bed at night and wake up in the morning knowing I have cancer, but I try to put it aside and still have the craic.” Click the link to learn more about Sandra's breast cancer story. We can eliminate cervical cancer within a generation - Irish Cancer Society Marie Shannon's Breast Cancer StoryMarie Shannon, 63, from Killarney, Co. Kerry, was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2023 after a routine mammogram. Click the link to learn more. Acting early on cancer signs this New Year can save lives: Irish Cancer SocietyEfforts to catch cancer cases early may be at risk due to concerns among patients and the public about overcrowding in the healthcare system, the Irish Cancer Society has warned. Ali - 'There was a lot I didn’t realise about bowel cancer until I started on the journey'Ali - 'There was a lot I didn’t realise about bowel cancer until I started on the journey' Sheena McCabe's breast cancer story“It concerned me so on the Monday morning, I went straight to the GP. I was referred on for a triple assessment. I could tell from the reactions of everyone at appointment, that it wasn’t good news. Click the link to read more. Irish Cancer Society partners with the All-Island Cancer Research Institute (AICRI) to fund innovative new research roleIrish Cancer Society partners with the All-Island Cancer Research Institute (AICRI) to fund innovative new research role Irish Cancer Society Launches Physical Activity Programme for Prostate Cancer Survivors Marie's Ovarian Cancer Story“I think it is so important to question anything unusual you are feeling with your own body and not always just try to explain symptoms away.” Irish Cancer Society joins international prostate cancer research collaboration Irish Cancer Society publishes Lung Cancer Action Plan Irish Cancer Society awards funding to translational research scholarship in ovarian cancerThe Irish Cancer Society is delighted to announce that it has recently awarded funding to Adele Connor, University College Dublin, to undertake a translational research scholarship in ovarian cancer. Breast cancer research update Giving Cancer the Boot New project to explore impact of the pandemic on cancer care and survival in IrelandA new project funded by the Irish Cancer Society will help to shed light on the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on cancer diagnosis, treatment and survival in Ireland. Cancer Trials Ireland opens new breast cancer trial Dr. Noelle Cullinan provides an update for Childhood Cancer Awareness MonthDr. Noelle Cullinan provides an update for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month Paul Mooney's Head and Neck Cancer Story“When I was told it was cancer, it felt like my whole world just collapsed. I wanted to use a lot of bad language, but then my thoughts were just focused on what I needed to do next.” Click the link to read more. Dr Antoinette Perry's Cancer Researcher StoryDr Antoinette Perry is an Assistant Professor in Genetics and Cell Biology at University College Dublin. Meet the Precision Oncology Ireland researchers funded by the Irish Cancer SocietyThe Irish Cancer Society is proud to be a charity partner in Precision Oncology Ireland (POI). As part of POI, the Irish Cancer Society is providing funding of €500,000 to develop a multiplexed tissue imaging platform for biomarker validation. Irish Cancer Society awards three new cancer research scholarships Irish Cancer Society cancels Daffodil Day street collections and eventsIrish Cancer Society takes decision to cancel all Daffodil Day collections scheduled for Friday 27 March 2020 in light of the coronavirus Sinead's Breast Cancer StoryWhen Sinead Osgood found a lump in her breast during the October bank holiday weekend in 2018, she made an appointment with her doctor. Read her full story by clicking the link. Irish Cancer Society announces launch of pilot project focusing on the early detection of cancer related lymphoedemaService to be offered to at risk breast and gynecological cancer patients in University Hospital Limerick Cancer trials save lives. More patient involvement is crucial – Irish Cancer Society Cancer prevention now vital says Irish Cancer Society as cancer causes one in three deaths in Ireland Josephine Hegarty's Cancer Researcher StoryProfessor Josephine Hegarty is an Irish Cancer Society funded researcher working on survivorship research at University College Cork. Nadia Powney's Thyroid Cancer Story33 year old Nadia Powney had just given birth to her first child when she was diagnosed with thyroid cancer in May 2021. Irish Cancer Society concerned by delays to the rollout of bowel cancer screening Sarah's Mum's lung cancer storyAged just 48 years old, Sarah’s mum Deirdre, who went by Dee, was diagnosed with lung cancer. Click the link to read more. Research participation opportunity: body image and cancer-related lymphoedemaA team at DCU are conducting research, funded by the Irish Cancer Society, examining how body image issues are experienced over time by individuals with cancer-related lymphoedema. Serious concern over drop in cancer detections: Irish Cancer SocietyCEO Averil Power: 'It is of real concern that some 2,500 cancers expected to be detected in 2020 were not, due to disruption caused by the pandemic.' Cervical cancer researcher Sophie Mulcahy Symmons – ‘We need to focus on preventing diseases from occurring’Cancer research is often regarded as a complex topic, but the overall aim of Sophie Mulcahy Symmons’ research project couldn’t be simpler. 42 Cancer Support Services Across Ireland Receive Affiliation Award from the Irish Cancer Society Lana's Neuroendocrine Tumour (NET) cancer story“I had to interrupt and say, ‘sorry when you say tumour, do you mean cancer?’" Read more of Lana's cancer story by clicking the link. Irish cancer patients can play an even bigger role in research to stop cancer A lookback on 2020 from the Irish Cancer Society's Research teamA review of some of 2020's cancer research highlights Emma O’Reilly's Thyroid Cancer StoryEmma O’Reilly was just 20 when her mother noticed that her neck was slightly swollen. Read about her experience here. Cancer can be prevented - Irish Cancer Society delivers message of hope on World Cancer DayThe Irish Cancer Society has said that even in the face of rising cancer incidence, it is possible for everyone to reduce their cancer risk by adopting a healthy lifestyle and for cancer survivors to cut their risk of a recurrence. Decoding Cancer public talks focusing on the HPV vaccine and cervical cancer Take Cancer On with Irish Cancer Society’s Trek4Life Overcrowding crisis risks delayed detection of cancers: Irish Cancer SocietyEfforts to catch cancer cases early may be at risk due to concerns among patients and the public about overcrowding in the healthcare system, the Irish Cancer Society has warned. Melanoma survivor Arianna – ‘I’m grateful every day that I noticed it in time’Arianna Toolan says she is “grateful every day” that she managed to notice a troubling sign of skin cancer before a small problem had the chance to grow bigger. Staff Profile: Michelle Lonergan, Cancer Awareness NurseIrish Cancer Society Awareness nurse Michelle Lonergan travels across the country highlighting the signs and symptoms of cancer. “I always found myself coming back to cancer nursing. I find it really fulfilling and rewarding.” Mortgage & insurance harder to access after a cancer diagnosis, new research revealsPeople affected by cancer in their lifetime face being refused products including insurance and mortgage protection cover because of their medical history, new research from the Irish Cancer Society reveals. Irish Cancer Society announces first ever cancer research collaboration of its kindBREAST-PREDICT, the first Collaborative Cancer Research Centre announced today by the Irish Cancer Society, aims for breast cancer treatment breakthrough. Influencer Tiffany urges people to be skin cancer awareAn Irish social media influencer who lost her mum to melanoma is urging people to be skin cancer aware and to contact a GP if concerned about recent changes to their skin. Robbie's bowel cancer story Kevin's testicular cancer storyIn 2017, then aged 57, Paul Vickers, a truck driver and father of six, was experiencing stomach problems and he later began to notice blood in his poo. Irish bowel cancer hotspots revealedCork has highest incidence of bowel cancer nationwide, followed by Leitrim, Louth, Dublin North and Westmeath. Irish Cancer Society wants you to sock it to cancer this Father’s Day Irish Cancer Society Concerned Over Rising Lung Cancer Rates in Women Sarah Cunningham's Breast Cancer Story"I never thought it could’ve been cancer, I just assumed it was mastitis because I’d been breastfeeding." Click the link to read Sarah's story. Deirdre is a breast cancer survivor Hundreds attend Irish Cancer Society conference focusing on issues of cancer survivorship Emma Aspell's Breast Cancer Story“I knew straight away it was something that needed to be looked at." Aged 37, mother of two Emma Aspell was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2023. Click the link to learn more. Cancer research: Horizon Europe Health Work Programme updateThe Horizon Europe Health Work Programme features a number of opportunities for cancer researchers. Irish Cancer Society response to new figures on screening backlogs Irish Cancer Society urges women to be aware of signs & symptoms of Ovarian Cancer Niamh is a breast cancer survivor Irish Cancer Society announces funding for major new cancer research scholarships Emma Higginson's Breast Cancer StoryEmma Higginson from Tralee, Co Kerry was due to move back to her life in London with her partner and son when she was diagnosed with breast cancer in April 2021. Underfunding cancer services in Budget would be at great cost to cancer patients Tommy taps into new ‘Copper for Cancer’ fundraiser to help cancer patients and families April is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month Sheyla is a breast cancer survivor Cancer Genetic Services in an Irish context - an Irish Cancer Society funded Study Leading oncologist says coronavirus prevention key for cancer patientsPatients with a cancer diagnosis should closely follow official advice on coronavirus (COVID-19) to reduce their chances of infection in the coming weeks Mariana's Breast cancer storyIn July 2023, Mariana, who moved to Dublin eight years ago from Mexico, noticed a lump on her breast when she got out of the shower. Read Mariana's story by clicking the link. Irish Cancer Society launches Mental Wellbeing Workshop for cancer research students Ballyfree Eggs Donates €14k to the Irish Cancer Society’s Action Breast Cancer Cancer patients face financial crisis Get Screened, Prevent Cervical Cancer Irish Cancer Society Highlights Importance of Physical Activity after Cancer at Conference for Cancer Survivors Lung Cancer Needs Study seeks participants Aine Lawlor: Facing Cancer Part 2 - extra footageExtra interview footage from "Áine Lawlor: Facing Cancer", produced by stop.watch tv and screened on RTÉ One Television on November 7th and 14th, 2013. Aine Lawlor: Facing Cancer - extra interview footageExtra interview footage from "Áine Lawlor: Facing Cancer", produced by stop.watch tv and screened on RTÉ One Television on November 7th and 14th, 2013. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month Irish Cancer Society ‘Paint it Pink’ to fight breast cancer Irish breast cancer study highlights potential new treatment approach for patientsA new study by Irish researchers may pave the way to developing a more effective means of treating patients with the most common form of breast cancer. Thamires Lima' breast cancer storyAged just 31, Thamires Lima, a Brazilian student living in Dublin, noticed a change in the appearance of her breast skin. Click the link to learn more “No one quite understands a cancer diagnosis like someone who has gone through it. So if you have people around you who have affected by cancer, reach out to them, and ask for support and advice." -Sheena's story“No one quite understands a cancer diagnosis like someone who has gone through it. So if you have people around you who have affected by cancer, reach out to them, and ask for support and advice." -Sheena's story Cancer Week Ireland a great success in starting conversations about cancer Irish Cancer Society launch “Cancer Policy Comparator” for General Election Dr Daniel Angelov's Cancer Researcher StoryDr Daniel Angelov is a lymphoma researcher. Click the link to read his story. Jamie Power's Throat Cancer StoryDad of four Jamie Power, from Lucan in Co. Dublin, woke up on St. Patrick’s Day 2019 with a large lump on the side of his neck. Read his full story by clicking the link. Irish Cancer Society announces further investment in blood cancer research Profile: Helen's bowel cancer story Cancer research: Horizon Europe updateIn February, the EU Commission officially announced their EU Beating Cancer Plan New Cancer Research Opportunity at International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) launched Profile: Mark, prostate cancer survivor Irish Cancer Society Horizon Europe Webinar takes place 26 August 2020On August 26th, we are delighted to host a virtual webinar from Martha Cahill the National Contact Point for Health who will provide details on how cancer researchers can start preparing for Horizon Europe. Dee Newell & Dee O'Raw amazed by response to "Deeswimber" winter swimming challengeAlmost 200 people take on December outdoor swimming challenge. Geraldine's Breast Cancer StoryGeraldine Dunphy was diagnosed with HER2 breast cancer in September 2018, when she discovered a lump one day after her 37th birthday. Read her full story by clicking the link. Irish Cancer Society says that prostate cancer survivors need more support post-treatment Adam Thompson's prostate cancer storyAfter his 40th birthday, in early July 2022, Adam Thompson decided to go and get a health check-up. “I just wanted a basic check-up, make sure everything was in order." Click the link to read more. Ger's Bowel Cancer StoryGer Kelly was diagnosed with bowel cancer after experiencing persistent pain in his side, lower back and ribcage, and had difficulties eating and lost weight. Read his full story by clicking the link. Statement from the Irish Cancer Society on AstraZeneca vaccine deferralStatement from the Irish Cancer Society on AstraZeneca vaccine deferral Irish Cancer Society thanks its volunteers for their help in the fight against cancer Sharon's Breast Cancer StorySharon Greaves is one of many people whose opportunity of receiving a prompt cancer diagnosis may have sadly slipped through the cracks during the pandemic. Read her full story by clicking the link. Chris Monaghan's Hodgkin Lymphoma Cancer StoryIn September 2020, Chris Monaghan was told he had Hodgkin lymphoma. Centra Launches Student Design Initiative in Aid of the Irish Cancer Society’s Action Breast Cancer Researchers from around Ireland honoured at Irish Cancer Society Research AwardsResearchers from around Ireland honoured at Irish Cancer Society Research Awards. Ingrid Gleeson's Cervical Cancer StoryIn November 2018, Ingrid Gleeson from Malahide was diagnosed with cervical cancer aged 40. Largest prostate cancer research programme in Ireland calls for patients to be key to cancer care
