Our stories
We are a community of survivors, families, patients, friends, nurses, doctors, scientists, professionals, supporters and volunteers.
Below is a collection of stories from cancer patients, survivors, loved ones, Irish Cancer Society staff, volunteers, researchers and many other types of people who together make up our organisation. Be inspired and know that you are not alone in your journey.
09 December 2024
Press Release: Presenter Elaine Crowley remembers her nephew, mother and father and over 9,500 others lost to cancer in 2024
05 December 2024
Lucy's Story - " I feel there aren’t any words to describe what the Night Nurses gave our family. "
05 December 2024
Delma's Story: “If you have any doubt in your mind about anything suspicious, keep mentioning it to your doctor or consultant."
11 November 2024
Press Release: People are prioritising heating and eating over health appointments, new research reveals
30 October 2024
Lung Cancer Detection Pilot to tackle Ireland’s deadliest cancer
29 October 2024
John's Story: "They’d just been describing it as a mass and a tumour, but I knew what they meant.”
Share your story with us
Sharing your story can help to raise cancer awareness, inform people about our services, appeal for volunteers, and bring reassurance to cancer patients and their loved ones.
We are always looking for people to share their stories in order to raise awareness about cancer – from how to spot its symptoms early, how to treat it, living beyond cancer, or how to prevent it completely.
If you would like to share your story with us, learn more about what’s involved.
