#Breast cancer

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I was shocked to be diagnosed with triple-negative breast cancer in my 40s
I was shocked to be diagnosed with triple-negative breast cancer in my 40s
Ciara Foskin’s diagnosis came out of the blue. She is part of a small cohort of women under 50 who develop triple-negative breast cancer in Ireland

Fri, 14 Mar, 2025

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Breast cancer diagnoses and deaths to surge by 2050, scientists say
There will be 3.2 million new cases and 1.1 million deaths a year worldwide by 2050 if current trends continue, study found

Mon, 24 Feb, 2025

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Patient advocate raises alarm on breast density after delayed cancer diagnosis
More than 6,000 people have signed a petition calling for standardised breast density notification for women having mammograms

Sun, 16 Feb, 2025

'We are invisible': Survey finds gaps in treatment of women with advanced breast cancer
'We are invisible': Survey finds gaps in treatment of women with advanced breast cancer
The survey carried out with Cancer Trials Ireland found one in five women cannot pay their monthly bills and 87% face mental illnesses

Tue, 10 Dec, 2024

Breast cancer patients denied medical cards forced to 'choose between health and financial stability'
Breast cancer patients denied medical cards forced to 'choose between health and financial stability'
Medical cards would provide 'vital support' for breast cancer patients

Wed, 20 Nov, 2024

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Three women on why they said no to breast reconstruction after mastectomy
Most women who undergo a mastectomy opt for breast reconstruction. However, some prefer to avoid the risks associated with extensive surgery and stay flat.  We speak to three women who made this choice 

Fri, 25 Oct, 2024

Foundation advises women in their 20s to self-check for breast cancer
Foundation advises women in their 20s to self-check for breast cancer
Also, a €5m research programme for breast cancer was announced

Thu, 24 Oct, 2024

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Hormonal coil may be linked to increased risk of breast cancer – study
The study found an “unexpected” association between the use of an intrauterine system IUS and an increased risk of the cancer in women aged 15 to 49

Wed, 16 Oct, 2024

'I'm still alive to complain about it': Breast cancer survivors find  wellness through Limerick Dragons
'I'm still alive to complain about it': Breast cancer survivors find  wellness through Limerick Dragons
In Limerick, dozens of survivors gather in paddle dragon boats to improve their wellness and raise awareness

Thu, 10 Oct, 2024

Breast cancer at 33: I worried I wouldn't see my children grow up
Breast cancer at 33: I worried I wouldn't see my children grow up
When Aisling Voakes was diagnosed with breast cancer in January, she was terrified for her three young children. Despite undergoing a double mastectomy, chemotherapy and hormone treatment, which will bring on early menopause, she is determined to enjoy every minute of life 

Fri, 23 Aug, 2024

High-pressure oxygen chambers in Cork help patients catch their breath again
High-pressure oxygen chambers in Cork help patients catch their breath again
Designed for divers suffering from 'the bends', a hyperbaric system in West Cork is helping patients including those with cancer, MS, and long covid, writes Sarah Horgan

Sat, 20 Jul, 2024

I decided to get a (double) mastectomy, to lower my chances of recurrence
I decided to get a (double) mastectomy, to lower my chances of recurrence
At the age of just 24, Tanya had to learn how to navigate her cancer diagnosis, treatment and regain body positivity

Fri, 31 May, 2024

'Send that text': 'Cancer ghosted' mother urges people to reach out after loved ones' diagnosis
'Send that text': 'Cancer ghosted' mother urges people to reach out after loved ones' diagnosis
'Nine times out of 10, we (cancer patients) don't want to talk about cancer, we just want to know what is going on in other people's lives.'

Tue, 21 May, 2024

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Scientists hail 'game-changer for breast cancer research'
Breakthrough after discovering how to preserve breast tissue outside the body for at least a week

Mon, 20 May, 2024

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Preserving breast tissue outside of body will aid cancer research – study
Experts found the preserved breast tissue maintained its structure, cell types and ability to respond to a series of drugs in the same way as normal breast tissue

Mon, 20 May, 2024

Book review: A memoir delves into the poignant loss of a mother  
Book review: A memoir delves into the poignant loss of a mother  
Anecdotes from old friends form a strong link to writer Genevieve Kingston's mother, and through their love, the spirit of Kristina is kept present to her daughter, and now, to the wider world

Sat, 18 May, 2024

Work to expand Ireland's screening programmes 'in progress' — Health Minister
Work to expand Ireland's screening programmes 'in progress' — Health Minister
Stephen Donnely confirmed the National Screening Advisory Committee was 'progressing work to consider the further expansion of Ireland's screening programmes' — in particular, BreastCheck

Fri, 17 May, 2024

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Breast cancer survivors at significant risk of entirely new cancers
Breast cancer survivors are at significant risk of developing entirely new cancers somewhere else in the body, researchers have warned.

Thu, 25 Apr, 2024

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Report suggests people with breast cancer are being ‘systematically left behind’
Many people with breast cancer are being “systematically left behind” due to inaction on inequities and hidden suffering, experts have said.

Tue, 16 Apr, 2024

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Breast cancer care suffering due to reduced staff, new research finds 
Doctors working in breast cancer care have warned that patient safety has been deteriorating due to reduced staff numbers and inadequate systems for record keeping.

Mon, 11 Mar, 2024

Karen Murray: Hospitals need to provide the care and dignity that cancer patients deserve
Karen Murray: Hospitals need to provide the care and dignity that cancer patients deserve
Hospital capacity has not risen in step with our growing population, and cancer patients, who are particularly vulnerable to covid-19, flu, and RSV, are bearing the brunt

Sun, 04 Feb, 2024

New test allows breast cancer patients to safely skip chemo
New test allows breast cancer patients to safely skip chemo
The HSE had 828 patients tested altogether, and 480 of them avoided chemotherapy

Fri, 08 Dec, 2023

Sabina Higgins thanks public for support following breast cancer treatment
Sabina Higgins thanks public for support following breast cancer treatment
In a statement, Ms Higgins reminded women of the importance of getting checked

Thu, 07 Dec, 2023

'I was sure I was going to die,' says woman who underwent mastectomy while pregnant
S 'I was sure I was going to die,' says woman who underwent mastectomy while pregnant
Alicia Lynch was diagnosed with breast cancer for the second time when pregnant with her third child. She is now living with metastatic cancer

Fri, 29 Sep, 2023

'It’s like smart chemo': New breast cancer treatment a 'game changer'
'It’s like smart chemo': New breast cancer treatment a 'game changer'
Avril Tierney is one of many women benefitting from breakthrough personalised treatments for advanced breast cancer which has led to a dramatic increase in survival rates 

Fri, 29 Sep, 2023

Working life: Two radiologists read each mammogram to improve cancer detection
S Working life: Two radiologists read each mammogram to improve cancer detection
Dr Jane Cunningham, consultant radiologist, Breastcheck Southern Unit

Fri, 29 Sep, 2023

Breast cancer: 'You just never think it's going to happen to you'
Breast cancer: 'You just never think it's going to happen to you'
Two mothers talk about being diagnosed with breast cancer. One heard the news on the same day she found out she was pregnant; the other was told she needed to undergo an operation on the day her son was due to start school

Fri, 01 Sep, 2023

My breast cancer diagnosis: Telling my children was the hardest part 
My breast cancer diagnosis: Telling my children was the hardest part 
When mum-of-two Leona Daly was diagnosed with breast cancer, she was advised by the hospital to be honest with her children. It was Christmas week which made the conversation all more difficult

Fri, 28 Oct, 2022

Cancer: 'It's not something you expect to hear in your 20s' 
Cancer: 'It's not something you expect to hear in your 20s' 
At a time when she felt her healthiest and happiest, Rachael-Ann McCarney noticed a lump in her breast. She told herself it was nothing but it turned out to be cancer 

Thu, 07 Oct, 2021

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