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Waterford breast cancer patients and survivors needed for research

Researchers at Lero, the Science Foundation Ireland Research Centre for Software, are looking for breast cancer patients and survivors to take part in a workshop at University of Limerick (UL) this weekend. The workshop is funded through an Irish ...

03 Feb 2020 at 15:17

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Tributes paid to 'inspirational' cervical cancer campaigner who has passed away

The Irish Cancer Society has led tributes to inspirational cervical cancer advocate and HPV vaccination campaigner Eileen Rushe. Expressing its sadness at the news of her death last night, the Irish Cancer Society said: "Since she first received ...

28 Sept 2021 at 16:02

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Waterford urged to raise funds for 'vital supports for cancer patients' by taking on Marathon in a Month challenge

Dr Ciara Kelly is urging members of the public in Waterford to join her and get active this July as she prepares to take on Marathon in a Month, Ireland’s only virtual marathon. The marathon challenge is a fundraiser for the Irish Cancer ...

02 Jul 2018 at 12:34

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New study suggests ultra-processed foods leads to 'higher risk' of bowel cancer

Biscuits, sweets, cans of pop and sausages may increase a person’s risk of bowel cancer, a new study suggests. Ultra-processed foods, which also include instant soups and noodles, sweet or savoury packaged snacks and sugary drinks, can ...

02 Sept 2022 at 19:53

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Cancer tests to speed up thanks to Irish survivors' fundraising for new machine

A next generation cancer testing machine at an Irish hospital will cut waiting time for results by eight weeks. The Ion Torrent Genexus sequencer at Cork University Hospital (CUH) identifies the DNA profiles of cancers which are then ...

11 Oct 2021 at 11:23

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European Childhood Cancer Awareness Month aims to maximise detection and treatment

As part of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, a campaign has been launched to ensure children have access to rapid cancer detection and treatment. "Gold September” marks Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. This campaign was started by ...

21 Sept 2021 at 11:04

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Mandatory disclosure Bill ‘does not pass Vicky Phelan test’, Dail told

The Government’s draft law being passed through the Oireachtas in memory of the late campaigner Vicky Phelan “does not pass the Vicky test”, the Dail has heard. Several opposition TDs said they had “no issue” with the Bill before ...

07 Dec 2022 at 21:31

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Irish Cancer Society commemorates 9,000 lives lost this year with 9,000 lights

This Christmas, the Irish Cancer Society is urging people to remember and pay tribute to those affected by cancer in 2020, including the 9,000 people who lost their lives. On Tuesday night, the Society lit up 9,000 lights on its ...

09 Dec 2020 at 19:14

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Irish Cancer Society launches online bowel health checker

Looking after your bowel health can save your life, the Irish Cancer Society has said, as new figures show that the number of people in Ireland diagnosed with bowel cancer is set to double by 2045. The society is encouraging ...

02 Apr 2019 at 18:04

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What is in your horoscope this week - January 23, 2023

These are the horoscopes for week commencing January 23, 2023. Aries 21 March – 20 April This looks to be a positive week, especially as a delightful Sun/Jupiter link brings good fortune and a chance to indulge. And as ...

22 Jan 2023 at 08:00

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'The woman who lit the flame' - X users remember Vicky Phelan a year on from her death

Irish social media users are remembering Vicky Phelan on the first anniversary of her death. The Cervical Check campaigner died on November 14 2022 at age 48 following a public battle with cervical cancer, which ...

14 Nov 2023 at 12:36

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Women over 50 more likely to develop cervical cancer due to non-attendance at screenings

Women of menopausal age are less likely to go for cervical screenings, putting them at increased risk for the development of cervical cancer. That's according to a new HSE public attitudes survey published ...

19 Jan 2022 at 14:10

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