Cancer awareness

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My life-changing story: ‘Having my oesophagus removed was unspeakably traumatic but it saved my life’

Brona Wright was diagnosed with oesophageal cancer aged just 44. This is her life-changing story.“I’ve always described myself…

By Amanda Cassidy

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Ask the Doctor: ‘Can I exercise during cancer treatment?’

All your burning health questions answered by the professionals.When undergoing cancer treatment, many find themselves uncertain as to…

By Sarah Gill

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‘Do not ignore this’: Vicky Phelan’s message rings more true today, than ever

Vicky Phelan changed the course of healthcare for Irish women, exemplifying what one person can achieve when they…

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Breast Cancer Awareness: ‘There were days I was so sick, I didn’t know how I could get through it’

It's October, which means it's Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Edaein O'Connell sat down with Fiona Morgan, who found…

By Edaein OConnell

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How wellness ‘guru’ Belle Gibson duped the world with her brain cancer scam

A recent BBC documentary, Bad Influencer: The Great Insta Con, looked at the downfall of one of Instagram's…

By Jennifer McShane

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Ask the Doctor: What are the symptoms of colorectal cancer?

All your burning health questions answered by the professionals. Dame Deborah James was just 35 years old when she…

By Sarah Finnan

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Cancer during Covid: ‘Anyone who has noticed any unusual symptoms, it’s vital to get checked’

The psychological impact of cancer is among the most enduring challenges of a diagnosis. During a pandemic, that…

By Jennifer McShane

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Pancreatic cancer at 25: ‘I nearly didn’t go for my scan. I’m very lucky I did’

Lucy Rout is a 27-year-old who, following her diagnosis and treatment with a rare pancreatic cancer in 2019,…

By Jennifer McShane

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Stanley Tucci reveals cancer diagnosis for the first time

The 60-year-old actor, star of The Devil Wears Prada, spoke about his diagnosis openly, even though he revealed…

By Jennifer McShane

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James Michael Tyler: Friends’ Gunther reveals cancer diagnosis

With all the talk of the Friends Reunion, one of the stars of the show has urged other…

By Jennifer McShane

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‘Good news’: Vicky Phelan says newest cancer treatment is helping

By Jennifer McShane

cancer and covid-19

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Cancer and Covid-19: “I finished radiotherapy in January. I haven’t seen a doctor since February”

I feel disrespected, forgotten about and more vulnerable than ever before... Aoife P. Rafter on the impact Covid-19…

By IMAGE