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Gayle McDonagh is a firm believer in giving back to the community. So, during October when the Irish Cancer Society runs its annual Cups against Breast Cancer fundraiser as part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, she organises a coffee morning at her home in Co Galway.

The backlog in cancer screening and treatment services is "concerning" and demands an all party response and increased funding from the Government.

This May bank holiday weekend, Castlebar native, Charlie Gannon, will be cycling 50km on a stationary bike in his home in aid of the National Breast Cancer Research Institute.

Construction will begin shortly on a new three-storey radiation oncology centre at University Hospital Galway. The facility is expected to open in two years.

Cancer Care West supports over 3,400 people in 2018 and has seen its numbers double in the last five

Sometimes in society, what we cannot see are the most important things; the groups and people we take for granted. That what lies in front of us is hidden, until it is most needed. And then like a genie hiding behind a bush, it leaps out and supports you, and takes your hand at the very time you need your hand taken.

A huge coming together of Supervalu retailers and locals from Lackagh, Turloughmore and Claregalway will take place this October as communities unite for Breast Cancer Awareness month. It is all in support of well known local woman, Nonie Fahy, manager of Flynns Supervalu Lackagh, Turloughmore.

On Sunday 8th September, Brown Thomas Galway will launch the exciting new Autumn Winter 2019 collections with a fashion show luncheon in partnership with charities Croí, National Breast Cancer Research Institute and Rosabel’s Rooms. The event will take place in the beautiful five-star surroundings of Glenlo Abbey to raise vital funds for these charities.

The Irish Cancer Society is asking the people of Westmeath how it can better help those affected by cancer. By filling in a quick ten minute survey at www.cancer.ie/HaveYourSay, members of the general public can help shape the future of the charity’s work.

With temperatures in Ireland set to peak at 27 degrees during this week, the Irish Cancer Society is urging the general public to take measures to protect their skin and follow the SunSmart code.