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For many people, radiation therapy is a powerful, life-saving treatment for cancer. However, it can leave lasting changes in the healthy tissue surrounding the treated area.

Luminate Medical is developing technology designed not only to reduce the side effects of cancer treatment, but to change where and how that treatment is delivered.

Scientists from University of Galway have uncovered a surprising link between commonly used anti-cancer drugs and antibiotics that could offer a potential new approach to tackling notorious superbug infections.

On a weeknight in the West End, there’s a Death Notice Disco held after hours in Plámás.

World Head and Neck Cancer Day, which is observed on July 27, is a day dedicated to raising awareness of cancers affecting the mouth, throat, voice box, sinuses, middle ear and salivary glands. The day is also a reminder that challenges can remain even after cancer treatment ends.

Each year, tens of thousands of people in Ireland undergo radiation therapy as part of their cancer treatment. A life-saving intervention, radiation therapy plays a vital role in improving survival. But for some, the effects of radiation don’t end with treatment.

Patients and staff at the Radiation Oncology Centre at University Hospital Galway have welcomed a very special new team member. Khai, an Irish Therapy Dog, who has already left a lasting impression following his debut visit to the centre earlier this month.

A fundraising initiative founded by Galway sisters Pamela Finn and Ruth Keane has helped bring a second Paxman Scalp Cooling System to Sligo University Hospital, expanding access to treatment that can help reduce chemotherapy-induced hair loss for cancer patients.

April is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month, a timely reminder to talk not just about diagnosis, but about what comes after. For many people, the end of active treatment marks the beginning of a different kind of challenge.

Galwayman Andrew Connaire and a group of friends recently completed the Westport Sea2Summit, a challenging run, cycle and hike event that takes participants through the stunning Mayo countryside before finishing with a climb up and down Croagh Patrick.