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The health risks of smoking Irish Cancer Society

WEBLung cancer is one of the most common cancers in Ireland. In 2011, 2,175 people developed lung cancer and 90% of these cases are directly caused by smoking. It is not …

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Stop smoking Irish Cancer Society

WEBSmoking is the biggest cause of preventable death and disease in Ireland. The single most positive thing you can do for your health is to quit smoking.

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Anxiety and depression Irish Cancer Society

WEBAnxiety is a natural response to a stressful situation, such as cancer, and it’s normal to feel low when you’re dealing with so much. But sometimes these feelings last a longer time …

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Cancer and Mental Health Irish Cancer Society

WEBCancer and Mental Health. News Article | 01 Nov 2017. The Irish Cancer Society recently hosted two experts in mental health and cancer for a public talk on the effects a cancer …

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Living Well With and Beyond Cancer 2021 Irish Cancer Society

WEBLiving Well with and Beyond Cancer 2021. Our annual national conference took place online on Wednesday, 2 June and Thursday, 3 June.. A range of speakers shared their …

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Cancer screening Irish Cancer Society

WEBCancer screening. Cancer screening is a way to find cancer before any symptoms appear in your body. Finding cancer this early saves lives. In Ireland, there are three free …

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Irish Cancer Society mission and vision

WEBOur Mission. The Irish Cancer Society is a community of patients, survivors, volunteers, supporters, health and social care professionals and researchers. Together, we are …

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Current research Irish Cancer Society

WEBResearcher: Dr Alice le Bonniec, National University of Ireland Galway Award: Social Science, Nursing, and Allied Health Fellowship About: This project aims to improve …

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Irish Cancer Society position on e-cigarettes

WEBAn e-cigarette is a device which vaporises and delivers a chemical mixture known as an “e-liquid” to the lungs in the form of an aerosol. E-Liquids are typically composed of …

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Understanding PSA test results Irish Cancer Society

WEBThis test is a different way of measuring the PSA in the blood. It is useful for men who have a PSA between 4 and 10ng/ml and a normal DRE examination. The PSA is carried in …

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Blood cancers Irish Cancer Society

WEBBlood cancers affect blood cells. For example, leukaemia (white blood cells), lymphoma (lymphocyte cells) and myeloma (plasma cells). There are a number of cancers that …

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Palliative care Irish Cancer Society

WEBThe Irish Cancer Society can provide a night nurse, free of charge, for up to 10 nights if you need end-of-life care at home, to support you and your family. You can find out more …

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Screening for breast cancer Irish Cancer Society

WEBThrough BreastCheck, the national breast screening programme, women between the ages of 50 to 69 are invited to get a free mammogram every 2 years. But you should always …

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Symptoms and diagnosis of bowel cancer Irish Cancer Society

WEBSymptoms of bowel cancer. A lasting change in your bowel habit – going more often, looser motions or constipation. Blood in your poo or bleeding from your back passage. Pain or …

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Sexual relationships and cancer Irish Cancer Society

WEBSexual relationships and cancer. Changes to your body, feeling unwell and the stress of a cancer diagnosis can all have an impact on your romantic / sexual relationships. You …

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Who we are Irish Cancer Society

WEBThe Irish Cancer Society was created 10 October 1963 by Irish GP Austin Darragh. Prof Darragh was inspired to organise the Society, then known as the Conquer Cancer …

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How is liver cancer treated

WEBThermal ablation. Embolisation. Radiation therapy. Drug therapy. Metastatic liver cancer. Liver cancer can be treated using surgical and non-surgical treatments. The best …

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Managing money and financial support Irish Cancer Society

WEBEveryone living in Ireland is entitled to a range of health services either free of charge or at reduced cost. You may have to pay €80 per day for overnight stays and in-patient day …

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