Irish Cancer Society

Our community is at the heart of everything we do and together our passion to create a future where nobody dies from cancer is absolute. To achieve this mission, quite simply, #WeWontStop. We won't stop researching better treatments. We won't stop advocating for the needs of cancer patients across the country. We won't stop listening and giving advice to everyone who needs us. We won’t stop showing up when you need us. For support and more visit cancer.ie

Attention all cancer researchers! The Irish Cancer Society is now accepting applications for our Cancer Research Seed Funding Awards 2024. Open to cancer researchers at all career stages (post undergraduate level). Two awards are available: a) Seed funding for a Survivorship research project – open to any cancer type or affected groups. b) Seed funding for a Translational research project centred on Children, Adolescent or Young Adult (CAYA) groups. Each lead applicant can only be listed on one application. Applicants can apply for funding up to €75,000 for a research project of 12 to 24 months in duration. The deadline for applications is 3pm, Thursday 22nd August 2024. Please see the relevant guidelines found on our website for eligibility criteria and for more details: https://brnw.ch/21wLioQ #IrishCancerResearch #Survivorship #Translational #CAYA #IrishCancerSociety #CancerResearch

Maggie's world changed when her husband Pat was diagnosed with colorectal cancer. "He had to go for five weeks of radiotherapy in Derry, and an operation on December 31. I was allowed to see him off into surgery but then I couldn’t see him for two weeks" Maggie shares. The surgery lasted nine hours, and while recovering, Pat contracted Covid-19, which prolonged his hospital stay. Despite the challenges, Maggie learned to care for his stoma with only 30 minutes of training - due to pandemic restrictions. "Unfortunately, four or five months later, they discovered that Pat had cancer in his liver and lungs," Maggie recalls. Pat was understandably devastated to receive this news. He continued treatment, but the cancer had spread to his bones, and his oncologists agreed to stop treatment and to manage his pain relief. Maggie says, “He never shed a tear until after that meeting, when we went back out to the ward he broke down, and it was the first time I had seen him sob.” Thanks to our community of supporters the Irish Cancer Society was a lifeline for them, providing crucial services like the Transport Service and funding for counseling. “My counsellor was a lifeline,” Maggie explains, helping her navigate her emotions. Maggie's heartfelt advice is poignant: "Spend time with your loved ones and don't wait to say things until later because you don’t know what the future holds." Read their full story at https://brnw.ch/21wLh4g 💛

💛A sarcoma diagnosis can bring lots of questions. We can help! 👩⚕️Talk to us in person at a Daffodil Centre, or on our Support Line by phone or email. 👇You can also learn more about #sarcoma treatments here👇 https://lnkd.in/exDbFViJ

For the sake of everyone affected by cancer in Ireland we hope that the additional funding allocated to health this year and next is a sign of things to come. The Government must properly fund cancer care in the next Budget. 1 in 2 of us will get cancer in our lifetimes and every single patient deserves world-class care during and after cancer. Read our prebudget submission here 👉 https://lnkd.in/ev4Vi5KS

It’s over two years since we launched #LeaveourLeave - urging government to amend legislation so that women going through a cancer diagnosis during pregnancy or postpartum can defer their maternity leave. Two years on, nothing has changed, and another 120 women have lost out on their precious maternity leave, undergoing cancer treatment instead. Tune into Claire Byrne live on RTE Radio 1 at 11.30 today to hear from cancer patient & activist, Erica Tierney, who is spearheading the campaign!

From peer support to travel, and everything in between our Freephone Support Line is here for all your questions! Staffed by our wonderfully compassionate cancer nurses nothing is too big or too small, we are always ready to listen and provide support, guidance, and advice. Reach out on Freephone 1800 200 700 (9am - 5pm, Monday - Friday) Or drop us an email anytime at: supportline@irishcancer.ie You're not alone, reach out today. Please share these resources with anyone you think may need them! 💛

📅 Mark your calendars for August 12th! It's Hurling For Cancer Research at Netwatch Cullen Park. Watch GAA legends battle it out in an evening of hurling you won't forget! Get your tickets and help fund vital cancer research! Tickets available at: https://brnw.ch/21wLaQn 🎟️🙌

Couldn't make the Ring of Kerry charity cycle? You can still take on the distance and cycle for a cause without leaving your town! 🌟 Join our 170km MyWay Charity Cycle challenge! Complete the distance in your local area over a day, week, or month whatever works best for you! You'll not only be getting out in the fresh air for some exercise, you'll also be supporting the crucial supports and services we provide for everyone affected by cancer in Ireland. 💛 Register today at: https://brnw.ch/21wLa8b! 🚴♂️

Tanning, sunbeds and you! “One of the main things we're concerned about is the level of misinformation, particularly across social media” – Our CEO, Averil Power, joined Newstalk’s ‘Let me Explain’ podcast with Seán Defoe to discuss the importance of protecting your skin and avoiding the use of sunbeds and other unregulated and dangerous tanning products. “At the Irish Cancer Society, our role is to advise people to make their own informed decision to make smart choices to reduce their risk of cancer” Listen back in full 👉 https://lnkd.in/ejY7RkzQ