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Fianna Fáil and European Election candidate in the Midlands Northwest constituency, Senator Lisa Chambers has issued a resounding call to action in response to an open letter from Ireland’s leading cancer clinicians to Taoiseach Simon Harris, warning of the critical state of cancer care in the country.

Last month the Radiation Oncology team in the Galway University Hospital (GUH) marked a major milestone in the treatment of prostate cancer as the 1,000th patient underwent prostate seed implantation at the hospital.

This Sunday, a 5k charity run will take place in aid of Eanna’s Entourage at Furbo GAA pitch, commencing at 11am.

The profits from a social dancing event taking place on March 24 will be donated to the Ella Farrell Cancer Treatment & Recovery Fund.

A social dancing fundraiser event in aid of the Ella Farrell Cancer Treatment & Recovery Fund will take place this Sunday, March 24 March in Keanes Bar and Restaurant, Oranmore.

SIPTU representatives have highlighted that a lack of recruitment by the HSE of radiation therapists has resulted in lifesaving machines for treating cancer patients being left idle in hospitals in Dublin, Cork and Galway.

Hyperbaric oxygenation (HBOT) continues to be a significantly effective adjunctive treatment in breast cancer management, offering benefits such as enhanced wound healing, reduced risks of radiation damage and bolstered immune function.

Radiation therapy is a vital tool in the fight against cancer, but it can leave behind lasting effects. Late radiation injury, sometimes known as radiation fibrosis or late radiation toxicity, can manifest years after cancer treatment has concluded. However, there's assistance available in the form of Hyperbaric Oxygenation (HBOT).

Hyperbaric oxygenation (HBOT) continues to gain traction as a game-changer in the treatment of various conditions. This remarkable treatment involves breathing pure oxygen in a pressurised chamber, leading to a multitude of health benefits. Its ability to improve circulation, enhance immune function, and stimulate the release of growth factors has opened up a world of possibilities for various medical specialties.

Four original short animations created by Irish animators to explore and explain science research have recently been completed. The short films were created through a strand of the highly successful Science on Screen programme, a partnership between CÚRAM Science Foundation Ireland (SFI) Research Centre for Medical Devices and Ardán.