Irish Cancer Society

📞 Need someone to talk to? Our Freephone Support Line is here, Mon - Fri, 9am to 5pm Whether you have questions, concerns, or just need space to talk, our cancer nurse team is ready to listen. Please share with anyone who may need support. You're not alone, reach out today 💛

📌 Galway Shopping Centre, see you soon! Wednesday, July 23rd & Thursday, July 24th we're be at Galway Shopping Centre, Headford Road offering free health checks! Come down to have a chat with our friendly nurses, ask questions, and take a proactive step for your health! 💛

“Get anything that’s concerning you checked out as soon as possible. I wouldn’t have been the type to go to the doctor, I only went because the mole started seeping and bleeding.” Read about Stephen's story and the importance of being #SkinSmart at brnw.ch/21wUeSw

“The cancer could come back and if that happens, I will deal with it then, but it’s probably not going to be today or tomorrow, and I am currently making the most of the ‘now’.” Mike's sharing his story to mark #WorldHeadandNeckCancerDay, read more here: brnw.ch/21wUsdd

Hearing stories from people affected by young onset cancer emphasises the importance of the holistic, early intervention work happening at @CancerInstIRE Thanks to the partnership with @IrishCancerSoc in striving to meet the unmet needs for this group of people #youngonsetcancer

A glimpse of the fantastic patient information stands on display at the Young Onset Patient event today @CancerInstIRE @OesophagealCF @sielbleuireland @IrishCancerSoc

Delighted to have Mary Quinn, Head of Service operations, from @IrishCancerSoc highlighting the supports and services that they offer for Young Onset Cancer Patients.

Today’s Young Onset event begins with an opening address on Young Onset cancers by Professor @MaeveLowery GI medical oncologist and Co director of the Young onset cancer programme at @CancerInstIRE @IrishCancerSoc

😟Lumps and bumps are normal. So is searching online when you’re worried. But let us help you out instead! #Sarcoma is a rare cancer that can affect young people. It’s found in bone and soft tissue, often in your leg, but it can be anywhere in your body cancer.ie/cancer-informa…

“When I was told it was cancer, it felt like my whole world just collapsed." To read Paul's story, which he's sharing ahead of #WorldHeadandNeckCancerDay, visit brnw.ch/21wUjj2

Hurling for Cancer top billing @CrokePark today.

Remember 10% of jersey sales go to @IrishCancerSoc supporting cancer research 🔬 Hurling for Cancer tickets at selected @CentraIRL & @SuperValuIRL shops and hurlingforcancer.ie @_Davy_Russel_

“Despite trying out different areas, I always found myself coming back to cancer nursing. I find it really fulfilling and rewarding.” Read Cancer Awareness Nurse Michelle Lonergan's story at brnw.ch/21wUhhq

Next Friday, 25 July our partners @CancerInstIRE's Young Onset Programme are hosting a patient conference at the Hilton Hotel, Kilmainham. Sign up below!

Was in Boots in @TheSqTallaght just now. Manager who supervised #daffodilday 🌼 told me €10.5k was donated by people that day. 👏👏 then told me her Mam was since diagnosed with breast cancer and is availing of the services of @IrishCancerSoc you never know when you’ll need it.

“My nana had breast cancer 20 years ago, we lost mam to lung cancer in 2020, and now I find myself in my mid-20s with bowel cancer.” 'Concert for Cancer' headlined by @iamNATHANCARTER is organised by Natasha O'Bryne. Read her powerful story here: brnw.ch/21wUe8B

Surviving cancer can often feel isolating. To address this, @CanResUCC, @CUH_Cork, and the @HSELive, with support from the @IrishCancerSoc and @BreakthroCancer , have developed and expanded the ‘Women’s Cancer Survivorship’ programme. @IUAofficial | #BetterIreland

📣 ⁦@CancerInstIRE⁩ is excited to host the Young Onset Patient Event next Fri, July 25th at the Hilton Kilmainham! Join us for expert talks, panel discussions & a chance to connect with others. 🎟 Sign up via eventbrite link below eventbrite.ie/e/tsjci-young-…

#IrishCancerSociety PPI in Research Award is now open until 27 August 2025 at 3pm. Up to €5,000 funding for cancer researchers of all backgrounds, to support PPI activities in research in Ireland. See our website for info: brnw.ch/21wUbhZ #IrishCancerResearch #PPI