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Issue 8 June 2025

New news

Landmark study published: Exercise and colon cancer A landmark research study has been published in The New England Journal of Medicine demonstrating the benefits of exercise to improve survival after colon cancer and reduce risk of another cancer. Some early research has suggested that regular exercise might help people with cancer live longer and stay […]

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Issue 8 June 2025

National Cancer Registry – New Website Launch!

The National Cancer Registry Ireland (NCRI) has just launched its new website. This redesigned platform offers a user-friendly experience and improves access to essential cancer data and resources. This significant update reflects the NCRI’s commitment to enhancing the accessibility and presentation of vital information on cancer statistics and research in Ireland. Key features include simplified navigation, […]

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Issue 8 June 2025

Making screening more accessible to carers and the people they support

The HSE’s National Screening Service has published A guide to Screening for Carers and the People they Support – which provides a practical guide to screening. The NSS consulted with a wide range of stakeholders, including staff, NSS Public and Patient Partnership Representatives, Care Alliance Ireland, Family Carers Ireland, disability advocates and service providers to […]

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Issue 8 June 2025

Senior Health Promotion Officers – Cancer Prevention Update

The Sun Smart Campaign is being implemented across the regions targeting high risk groups. This includes Promoting the new Sun Smart Toolkit and Accreditation among primary and secondary schools has really enhanced the support schools have for developing as a Sun Smart school with a wealth of resources to support them in achieving accreditation. The […]

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Issue 8 June 2025

SunSmart art competition

The winners of the fourth annual Get SunSmart! Art Competition have been announced which displayed such talent, creativity, and originality. The competition, which received entries from all over the country, was run in partnership with Healthy Ireland and HSE NCCP, as part of the annual SunSmart campaign which aims to raise awareness and adoption of […]

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Issue 8 June 2025

Reduce Cancer Risk E-learning programme, ICGP 2 external CME points and 0.5 day GMS leave

The ‘Reducing Cancer Risk’ e-learning programme is available on www.hseland.ie. The programme aims to develop knowledge and understanding of modifiable risks for cancer.   The 11 modules available on www.hseland.ie cover the following topics – smoking, tobacco, body weight, vaccinations, alcohol, skin protection, radon, cancer screening, eating for health, breastfeeding, oral contraceptive pill & HRT, physical activity […]

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Issue 8 June 2025

Resources

ICPN reduce cancer risk poster ICPN reduce cancer risk booklet ICPN easy read reduce risk leaflet Flipbook containing cancer prevention and early diagnosis information and resources for men A guide to Screening for Carers and the People they Support Short videos debunking myths for the 2025 SunSmart campaign with Dr Blaithin Moriarty, dermatologist Men’s Health […]