Breakthrough Cancer Research

Let's Get to 100% Together - New Awareness Campaign and Novel Treatment for Skin Cancer

New skin cancer treatment could be available by November ~ Better UV protection and new treatments only way to 100% survival for all skin cancers, says Breakthrough Cancer Research ~

Healthy Ireland SunSmart – how to enjoy the good weather and protect your skin

The HSE, National Cancer Control Programme, Healthy Ireland and partners including Breakthrough are today launching a SunSmart campaign, supporting people with simple ways to protect their skin.

In Press: A cost analysis of a community-based support centre for cancer patients and their families in Ireland: the EVeCANs study. Support Care Cancer (2020).

We report for the first time, the extent and costs of supports available in a cancer support centre. Findings are important for development of cancer support services as survivor numbers increase.

Your Cancer Treatment during Covid-19

Patients might have changes to treatments in the interest of patient safety, staff are trained and prepared to prevent the spread of coronavirus (covid-19)and patients should keep attending treatment.

NCCP urges anyone with signs and symptoms of cancer to telephone their GP.

We are urging anyone with potential signs of cancer to call your GP. The number of patients being referred to cancer diagnostic services has decreased since onset of #Covid19.

World Ovarian Cancer Day Reminder - Do not Ignore Signs and Symptoms of this Silent Killer

On World Ovarian Cancer Day, Ireland’s foremost Ovarian Cancer Campaigners, Researchers & Patient Advocates are advising women across Ireland not to ignore the signs of Ovarian Cancer.

April is Bowel (also called colon or colorectal) cancer awareness month

During April 2020, most of the attention has been on Covid-19. While a serious health concern, we cannot forget about our overall health. Cancer is the most common cause of death in Ireland.

The Race That Nearly Wasnt - 2k a day for 20 days challenge

Breakthrough Cancer Research has launched a personal lockdown challenge called ‘The Race that Nearly Wasn’t’. To take part, you simply need to run, jog or walk 2k a day for 20 days in April

UPDATED: Information on COVID-19 coronavirus for cancer patients and their families/carers

UPDATED: Information from The National Cancer Control Programme (NCCP) and HSE on COVID-19 coronavirus for cancer patients and their families/carers.

A Message from our CEO

A message from our CEO, Orla Dolan. This is a very anxious time for all of us but in particular for vulnerable people, at-risk groups, including families impacted by cancer.

ON HOLD: We're Hiring - Fundraising Administrator

We are looking for a warm, friendly and organised fundraising administrator to join our small but growing team in Fundraising & Development at Breakthrough Cancer Research.

The Shop That Nearly Wasn’t

World’s first shop stocked and staffed by cancer survivors funding research to make more survivors

IN PRESS: ECT for the treatment of primary basal cell carcinoma; A randomised control trial comparing ECT and surgery w/ 5 year follow up

This BCR-funded prospective randomised controlled trial investigated whether Electrochemotherapy could be effectively used as a primary treatment for Basal Cell carcinoma (BCC).

2019 In the Numbers

See a snapshot of our 2019 in numbers, made possible with your amazing support.

Nationwide call for cancer survivors to get involved with creative research charity campaign

Breakthrough Cancer Research seeks creative individuals who are cancer survivors or are living with cancer for special initiative in the New Year!

€11.9 million SFI research collaboration targets precision oncology

Breakthrough part of new national collaborative centre project where Irish Charity, Industry and University sector combine forces to improve cancer patient outcomes.

Breakthrough Demands Better for Pancreatic Cancer

On November 21st we are joining a worldwide coalition to Demand Better, for patients and for survival.

New trends show more women surviving Breast Cancer in Ireland

New trends report for breast cancer in Ireland (1994-2016) was released today by the National Cancer Registry

LANCET: Cancer survival in high income countries (including Ireland) is improving, but international disparities persist

A study by ICBP, published in Lancet today, looked at 3.9 million cancer cases in 7 comparable countries including Ireland and found encouraging news especially for some harder to treat cancers.

Healthy Eating for Cancer Survivors

Breakthrough was delighted to see an article, highlighting the latest Cancer Patient Cook Book Published in the Irish Times Health Supplement on 16/07/2019.

We're Hiring a Research Officer - Applications Closed

Breakthrough Cancer Research seek a passionate, driven and empathetic Research Officer to join our growing team.

Translational Cancer Conference - Sept 5th & 6th

Breakthrough Cancer Research is hosting a one and a half day Translational Cancer Conference on the evening of September 5th and on September 6th.

Ring Of Kerry Charity Cycle 2019 Registration Open!

Registration is now closed for the 2019 Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle. If you are still interested in cycling in the event this July. You can register your interest on the wait list at the link below.

Breakthrough Cancer Research names as one of the Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle Beneficiariesfor 2019

The Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle is back with Breakthrough once again names as a main charities for 2019. Registration for the 2019 event opens this Thursday 28th Feb at 12:00PM at ringofkerrycycle.ie

Qualtrics’ 5 For The Fight Campaign Raises over €300,000 for research into immune-based cancer treatments

The Qualtrics®-led 5 For The Fight® campaign for Breakthrough in Ireland has raised over €300,000 in its first year!

Cancer Research - We want your opinion

We want to make sure that we continue to support research that is important for patients and their families. So, we are asking you, members of the public for your opinion.

New Musgrave Cancer Research PhD Scholarship

We are thrilled to announce an open call for the Musgrave Cancer Research PhD Scholarship in association with Breakthrough. Funding for a 3 year PhD Scholarship will be provided.

World Cancer Day 2019

World Cancer Day 2019 Find out how to reduce your cancer risk. Supported by the Irish Cancer Prevention Network

Global Coalition Unites to Fight World’s Toughest Cancer on World Pancreatic Cancer Day

Breakthrough joins over 70 organizations from 30 countries participate in annual campaign to shine spotlight on the urgent need for earlier detection

Three Grants for Research into Poor Prognosis Cancers Awarded

Gold nanoparticles fighting oesophageal cancer, attacking lung cancer with an electric pulse/immune combo & targeting drug resistance in oesophageal cancer are three of the projects announced today.

National ‘Nutrition and Cancer’ Patient Survey Week

The week of September 24th is Cancer Week, and we are asking Irish people who have been treated for cancer in last three years to share their experience of nutrition

Doctor’s input vital to driving targeted, innovative research

Breakthrough is working with Mediaplanet Ireland on their Innovation Within Oncology Campaign. CEO Orla Dolan discusses the importance of clinical collaboration in Cancer Research.

Run For A Reason

Nearly 750 people die from Cancer every month in Ireland. We want to change that. Breakthrough is calling 750 runners to join us this year as we Run For A Reason. Will you be one of them?

Cervical Screening Statement

Statement from Breakthrough Cancer Research on the current Cervical Screening situation.

35th Annual Ring of Kerry Cycle 2018

Breakthrough Cancer Research is delighted to be one of the main beneficiaries at the 35th Annual Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle taking place on 7 July 2018.

Weather Closure

Breakthrough HQ will close at 3pm on Wednesday, 28 February and remain closed on Thurs, 1 March due to adverse weather conditions.

GAA Charity Partners team up for the Sláinte Ball

3 of the Official GAA Charity Partners – The Alzheimer Society of Ireland, Make-A-Wish® Ireland & Breakthrough – are teaming up this year to impact people’s lives for the better with the Sláinte Ball!

GAA ‘Tour de Thurles’ raises €25,000

GAA ‘Tour de Thurles’ raises €25,000 for Official GAA Charity Partners

BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition

Conleth awarded first prize in his category (Senior Individual; Biological and Ecological Sciences) at the BT Young Scientist Competition

Qualtrics Partners with Breakthrough to invest in cures for the hardest to treat cancers

5 For The Fight partnership aims to raise €500,000 to fund tumour immunology programme

Breakthrough joins with Global Coalition to “Demand Better. For Patients. For Survival.” on World Pancreatic Cancer Day

Annual campaign, on Thursday 16, November, shines spotlight on the urgent need for earlier detection in fight against world’s toughest cancer

Breakthrough's Research into Ovarian Cancer

Breakthrough believe that a greater understanding of ovarian cancer is needed

Battle of the Brightest Brains for Breakthrough Cancer Research

Put your colleagues to the test and be crowned brightest business brains in Cork at the Breakthrough Cancer Research Corporate Quiz on Wednesday, 8, November, at the Clayton Hotel Silver Springs

Renowned Cork Artist launched bespoke Christmas Cards for Cancer Research

Renowned textile artist, Fiona Turley, will launch her bespoke 2017 Christmas Cards on Sunday, 5 November 2017 at Gallery Crafts in Kilworth.

Breakthrough is Fighting For The Girls

Join Breakthrough this October as we fight for the girls! The campaign takes place this autumn to raise vital funds for research into women’s cancers.

Dublin Marathon Facebook Competition

Enter our Facebook competition to be in to win your race number for the sold out 2017 Dublin Marathon! Read the T&C's here

National Cancer Strategy Launched

Minister for Health, Simon Harris TD, today (Wednesday, 5 July 2017) launched the new National Cancer Strategy 2017 - 2026.

UCC Food Research Hopes to Improve Cancer Survival Rates

Nutritionists and food scientists at UCC are researching the development of innovative protein gels, dietary drinks, and appetite-increasing supplements to help Cancer patients.

Challenge yourself for Cancer Research this Summer

Breakthrough Cancer Research is asking people across Ireland to challenge themselves for cancer research this July for the 12th Kerryway Fundraising Walk.

Breakthrough Announced as one of the GAA's Charity Partners

Breakthrough Cancer Research was today announced as one of the GAA's five charity partners at Croke Park.

Professor Mary Cahill appointed Interim Director at Cork Cancer Research Centre

Women in Ireland Advised Not to Ignore Abdominal Changes

Breakthrough Cancer Research, OvaCare, the Emer Casey Foundation, SOCK and the Marie Keating Foundation are asking women across Ireland not to ignore the warning signs of ovarian cancer

Ovarian Cancer - Free Evening Seminar

A free seminar on Ovarian Cancer will take place in the Western Gateway Building on World Ovarian Day, Monday, 8 May between 6 - 7.30pm. The free event is open to the public.

Bugs into Drugs

Breakthrough is looking at ways to use the patient’s own immune system to attack cancerous cells. Dr Mike Stanton, a member of our “Bugs Into Drugs” project, explains his current research focus

New research from UCC and Breakthrough highlights common cancer myths amongst Irish men

Research released today confirms that many men in Ireland are still unaware of common cancer risks, wrongly believing that the disease can be caused by laptops, injury and tight underwear.

Resolutions come and go but Small Changes can last a lifetime

Breakthrough Cancer Research is calling on the public to make small changes in their lifestyle to help dramatically reduce their cancer risk.

17 Ways YOU Can Impact Cancer in 2017!

To ring in the New Year, Breakthrough Cancer Research is reminding people of the all the different ways they can impact cancer in 2017.

Support Our Christmas Appeal

Clinical Nurses are the unsung heroes of cancer research, and we couldn’t do it without their support, which is why we now need your support....

Take the Loop the Loop Challenge

The Loop the Loop challenge, in association with The Atlantic Flight Training Association, gives you the opportunity to raise vital funds for Cancer Research while having an experience of a lifetime!

New clinical trial announced for patients with Malignant Melanoma

Cork Cancer Research Centre & Bristol-Myers Squibb Announce New Trial to Improve Malignant Melanoma Treatment Outcomes

Spanish Start-up fundraising for diagnostic kit for leukemia and cancer research

A Spanish start-up incubated in Ireland wants to develop a diagnostic kit for acute myeloid leukemia similar to a pregnancy test

Gold for UCC Team Supported by Breakthrough at International Synthetic Biology Competition

University College Cork’s “Limited Lactis” team scored gold at the prestigious iGEM Jamboree held recently in Boston.

Breakthrough has you covered this Christmas

Breakthrough Cancer Research is covering all your Christmas needs with gift ideas, cards, and more!

Sophie O'Sullivan releases 'It's Christmas Day' in Aid of Cancer Research

Sophie O'Sullivan has recorded her own christmas single which she will launch in the Oliver Plunkett Bar on Wednesday, 23rd November at 8:30pm.

New Cookbook Launched for Pancreatic Cancer Patients

On World Pancreatic Cancer Day, we launched our third cancer nutrition cookbook which features high protein, high calorie recipes for pancreatic cancer patients

World Pancreatic Cancer Day

UCC, Cork Cancer Research Centre and Breakthrough Cancer Research will be turning it Purple on 17 November for World Pancreatic Cancer Day.

Local Artist raises €274,490 for cancer research with bespoke Christmas Cards

Join artist Fiona Turley as she hopes to raise even more funds to add to the amazing €274,490 raised for Breakthrough Cancer Research through her bespoke Christmas Cards over the past twelve years.

Women’s Championship hopes are Fighting for the Girls this Autumn!

The Irish Women’s Elite team took time out of their hectic training schedule for the upcoming European Women’s Elite Championship to support our ‘Fight for the Girls' women's cancer campaign.

Consider Leaving Legacy This Best Will Week

Charities like ours rely on your generous donations. Leaving a legacy gift in your will is a great way to ensure your generosity lives on. Please consider it this Best Will Week.

Winner of Guinness Cork Jazz Festival Announced!

Breakthrough Cancer Research are delighted to announce the winner of the Guinness Cork Jazz Festival Raffle

Kerry Way Walkers raise over €48,000 for Cancer Research

Breakthrough is Fighting For the Girls

Breakthrough Cancer Research was joined by Fota Island Resort to launch their 2016 Fight For the Girls campaign, aiming to raise vital funds for research into women's cancers.

Brave Men Walking

Cork’s Bravest Men take to the Catwalk for Cancer Research

Sister's Wish Luncheon

Join us for the Sisters Wish Luncheon taking place on Saturday, 26 November at the Carrigaline Court Hotel in aid of cancer research.

Do you know How Fat Causes Cancer?

Breakthrough Cancer Research’s campaign, How Fat Causes Cancer, is asking the public to learn more about what causes cancer and decrease your cancer risk

Voxpro hit the high seas for cancer research

Voxpro teams up with the Royal Cork Yacht Club for cancer research

Breakthrough's Commitment to Transparency

Breakthrough Cancer Research want to highlight our rigorous commitment to transparency and principled accounting practices

NCR report highlights challenges for Irish healthcare service

A new report published by the National Cancer Registry highlights strong patterns of cancer inequality by deprivation across Ireland

Appointment of Director of the National Cancer Registry Ireland

Professor Kerri Clough-Gorr has been appointed as the new Director of the National Cancer Registry Ireland (NCRI).

Corks 96FM Giving for Living Radiothon Raises €342,122

The 96fm Radiothon raised a staggering €342,122 for services in Cork.

Cancer Cookbook launched for Patients With Swallowing Difficulties

University College Cork and Breakthrough Cancer Research have launched a cookbook for cancer patients experiencing chewing or swallowing difficulties

Breakthrough Ovarian Cancer Research

Exciting Research in Ovarian Cancer taking place at Breakthrough's research centre

Women in Ireland Advised Not to Ignore Abdominal Changes

With their BEAT Ovarian Cancer Campaign Breakthrough Cancer Research are asking women across Ireland not to ignore the warning signs of ovarian cancer, a disease commonly known as a silent killer.

Renowned Cancer Research Professors speak to experts in Cork

Prof. Gordon Freeman, spoke at the Irish Association for Cancer Research 2016 Annual Conference on Thursday, 25 February in Cork.

What Can Affect Our Cancer Risk?

Dr. Aoife Ryan, Dietitian, Lecturer and Principal Investigator with Cork Cancer Research Centre, explains how better nutrition and physical activity can lower your cancer risk.

Annual IACR Meeting comes to Cork City

The Irish Association for Cancer Research Annual Meeting 2016 will take place in the Kingsley Hotel, Cork. We are delighted that our colleague Dr. Mark Tangney is hosting the event.

Cancer Prevention Tips: Be as lean as possible without becoming underweight

Maintaining a healthy weight - through a balanced diet and regular physical activity - helps reduce the risk of developing cancer.

Cancer Prevention Tips: Be physically active for at least 30 minutes every day

A number of studies have found evidence that just this much physical activity can cut your risk of many common cancers by 30% to 50%.

Cancer Prevention Tips: Limit consumption of energy-dense foods & avoid sugary drinks

These foods are high in fats and/or added sugars and/or low in fibre. These foods are high in calories and generally low in nutrients.

Cancer Prevention Tips: Eat more vegetables, fruits, wholegrains, & pulses

Instead of focusing on eating one or two ‘superfoods’, focus on eating a wide variety of nutrient dense foods such as fruits and vegetables.

Cancer Prevention Tips: Limit consumption of red meats & avoid processed meats

Limit intake of red meat (beef, lamb and pork) to less than 750g raw or 500g cooked a week.

Cancer Prevention Tips: Limit alcoholic drinks

If consumed at all, limit alcoholic drinks to 2 for men and 1 for women a day. In Ireland a standard drink has about 10 grams of pure alcohol in it.

Cancer Prevention Tips: Limit consumption of salty foods & foods processed with salt

Limit consumption of salty foods and foods processed with salt. Limit consumption of processed foods with added salt to ensure an intake of less than 6g (2.4g sodium) a day.

Cancer Prevention Tips: Don’t use supplements to protect against cancer

Dietary supplements are not recommended for cancer prevention.

Biomarker Can Help Predict Oesophageal Patient Survival

Dr. El-Mashed study analyzes autophagy markers in oesophageal adenocarcinoma. In an effort to predict prognosis in oesophageal cancer.

Pancreatic Cancer Experts Converge in Cork

Consultant Oncologist Dr. Derek Power, is a new Pancreatic Research Fellow at Cork Cancer Research Centre in honour of cancer campaigner Charlie Fell who passed away in August of this year.

Minister Kathleen Lynch Opens up Mohs Surgery Service

SIVUH is delighted to announce the opening of a Mohs Surgery service. This is a highly specialised surgical method for removing skin cancers in high risk facial areas.

Haematology Research Fellowship

The Haematology Research Fellowship joint funded by Breakthrough Cancer Research and the HERO foundation is open to candidates who wish to pursue a career in Haematology as a Clinician Scientist

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