Irish Cancer Society to hold Bowel Cancer Patient Conference

As part Bowel Cancer Awareness Month (April 2012), the Irish Cancer Society, in association with the Bowel Cancer Support Group, will hold a free national Bowel Cancer Conference tomorrow, Saturday 21st of April in the Alexander Hotel, Dublin 2 from 9am-4pm. 

The aim of the conference is to provide expert information on the treatment of bowel cancer and to help people deal better with the life changing implications such a diagnosis brings. Topics that will be covered include; living with side effects, diet & bowel cancer, sexuality, and life after bowel treatment.  The Irish Cancer Society is encouraging those affected by or concerned about the disease to avail of this free public event.  Irish Cancer Society spokesperson, Olwyn Ryan says: “April is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month and this year we are encouraging everyone to be aware of the early signs and symptoms of bowel cancer. This event is an opportunity for patients and their families to get a holistic view of the disease as well as practical support and advice from key healthcare professions.” Bowel cancer can occur in men and in women. InIrelandit is the second most common cancer. In 2010, there were 2,232 people diagnosed with it. It is also the second most common cause of cancer death inIreland.  The Irish Cancer Society’s Cancer Information Service (CIS) also offers advice, information and support to anyone concerned or affected about bowel or any cancer. This service incorporates the National Cancer Helpline (Freefone 1800 200 700: open Mon–Thurs, 9am–7pm and Fri 9am–5pm), email (helpline@cancer.ie), live chat on www.cancer.ie and a ‘walk-in’ caller service.