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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.

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.

Evaluation of the role of MxA and ISGylation in chemosensitivity in oesophageal cancer

The aim of this project is to identify new ways of targeting resistant cancers, so that chemotherapeutic regimes can be improved and recurrent disease eliminated in cancer patients.

Combining electrochemotherapy with a Toll Like receptor agonist for the treatment of lung cancer

We will examine the use of electric pulses to aid in the delivery to drugs to tumour tissue. Short electric pulses have been demonstrated to make tissue temporarily more porous.

Gold-drug: Targeting a novel dual inhibitor drug with gold nanoparticles for improving radiation response in oesophageal cancer

Our work will position our drug along a pathway where it could eventually be given to oesophageal patients alongside standard CRT to make tumours respond and result in better outcomes for these ca

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.

The role of diet, nutritional assessment and intervention in the prevention of cancer and the treatment of cancer-related malnutrition.

The development of evidence based resources for cancer patients to help with improving their oral intake during treatment and supporting patient recovery in the survival stage.

Epigenetic modulating compounds as potential therapeutic agents for oesophageal cancer management.

Epigenetic therapy is being studied as a way to alter cancer cell growth, migration, and increased sensitivity to cytotoxic drugs for the treatment of oesophageal cancer.

EValuation of the impact of emotional, nutritional & physical exercise support interventions delivered by a volunteer-led Cancer Support centre, on unmet needs & health related QOL of cancer patients.

Epigenetic Modulating Compounds as Potential Therapeutic Agents for Treatment of Oesophageal Cancer.

Investigating epigenetic drug-induced re-expression of tumour suppressor genes which may influence future optimal treatment strategies and predict responses in oesophageal cancer patients.

Osteosarcoma – Combination of Electroporation of Metabolic Modulators with Low dose chemotherapy

This project proposes to expand upon treatment regimens of poor prognosis cancers by developing the electroporation treatment of osteosarcoma cancer.

Pancreatic cancer – Stemness and Resistance to Treatments such as Electroporation/Electrochemotherapy

This project evaluates the effect of stemness and resistance to electroporation delivered treatments in relation to pancreatic cancer

Role of Autophagy in Differentiation Therapy in AML

A novel treatment regime, which could lead to the induction of both autophagy and differentiation in cells derived from Acute Myeloid Leukaemia (AML)has been identified

Role of Autophagy in Progression of Oesophageal Cancer

Investigating resistance mechanisms in oesophageal cancer cells has shown that a recycling process within cancer cells (called Autophagy) can help cells recover from chemotherapy.

Bacteria in Human Tumours

Deeper understanding of the bacteria that live in our body is enabling identification of i) potential causes of and ii) potential treatments for disease.

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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