Charities doing Trojan community work have always relied on an Irish public never found wanting when it came to generous donations, but the Covid-19 crisis has laid bare just how it can all evaporate in an instant.

Military metaphors are commonly used when we talk about cancer but, according to new research, describing the disease as a battlefield is far from helpful and can have a negative effect, writes Marjorie Brennan.

A new awareness campaign regarding the most common cancer suffered by Irish men aims to remove the stigma surrounding the disease and encourages those at risk to get themselves checked out.

The number of cancer survivors in Ireland is set to double to almost 350,000 over the next 25 years but, at the same time, research shows that most Irish people have little understanding of a preventable virus that can cause cancer.

The number of cancer survivors in Ireland is set to double from 173,000 to almost 350,000 over the next 25 years.

Apply sunscreen throughout the day, says Helen O’Callaghan

Horticulture remains at the heart of the Dublin festival for Peter Dowdall, particularly the show gardens

Anxiety and loss of confidence are just some of the issues that affect cancer survivors on their return to work.

The husband of a woman who was twice given incorrect smear test results and subsequently died of cervical cancer has called for HSE boss Tony O’Brien to be sacked or resign — and has not ruled out suing the State for what happened.

Nine out of 10 Irish adults wrongly believe they have never been exposed to the cancer-causing human papillomavirus (HPV).

Ireland’s wildest visitor attraction has landed a blooming fantastic new addition to its suite of educational resources.

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It’s the flagship show for garden design and gardening in Ireland and as it’s run by Bord Bia it has found a suitable bedfellow in the food industry.

Packie Bonner has no concerns about Darren Randolph retaining the goalkeeper’s jersey for Ireland despite recently losing his place at West Ham.

The European premiere of Someone You Love: The HPV Epidemic, was screened in Dublin last night.

Storm’s favourite way to stay fit is to go for a long walk or run outside in the fresh air.

Well, that sorts out the poem ban then.

Preparing a stage debut or trekking the Camino aren’t the first things women newly diagnosed with breast cancer are likely to consider, but an inspiring photo exhibition touring the country shows no reason to stop making plans.

The singer and his family set up the Marie Keating Foundation in her honour to support those battling breast cancer.

Some people feared that Bord Bia had taken on too daunting a challenge when it decided to organise a world-class garden show in Dublin.

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SKIP TO SKETCHERS : Only 6% of adults in Ireland believe that they have high energy levels with 50% of us reporting that our energy levels are poor, according to research done for the Wellman and Wellwoman range of vitamin supplements. 

It’s back and it’s bigger than ever — this year, lots of brands have got on board with Breast Cancer Awareness Month by launching revamped products or choosing bestsellers to contribute to the cause.

Half of Irish people do not monitor their moles for crucial signs of melanoma — a dangerous form of skin cancer — it has emerged.

Shower of gifts: One American custom gaining in popularity is the baby shower — 52% of Irish parents said they would or have celebrated the impending birth of their child.

A total ban on sunbeds has been ruled out by Health Minister Leo Varadkar as he unveiled new restrictions on their use due to links with cancer.

The Health Minister Leo Varadkar has announced a ban on so-called "happy hours" for sunbed use.

Powering Kindness Week has drawn to a close, with the charity Childline being declared the winner.

Would you push him away? One guy did!

Commuters getting off the Dublin’s Luas where in for a bit of a surprise after being faced with a strange blue man - looking for hugs - as they disembarked yesterday.

Four of Cork’s female sports stars are encouraging women to bin their old bras to raise funds for a breast cancer charity.

A new expert guide for women on how to cope in the aftermath of breast cancer surgery has been launched by a leading advocacy group.

AFTER taking a hosing from the bookies on Monday, punters were hoping for better fortunes at a sun-drenched Ballybrit yesterday.

AN entertainment company owned by singer Ronan Keating and his wife Yvonne recorded a profit last year to increase accumulated profits to €9,556.

PAUL NEWMAN only ever wanted to be remembered as someone who cared for others, Robert Forrester, president of Newman’s Own Foundation, claimed yesterday.

SHE called him Ro, he called her his “rock” but now they’ve both decided to call it a day.

Stephen Gately’s husband Andrew Cowles joined Boyzone on stage at the weekend.

COMMITTED healthcare activist and part-time journalist Orla Tinsley was last night named 2009 Irish Tatler Woman of the Year at a ceremony in Dublin’s Mansion House.

Over two-thirds of people are using sun creams with factors that are too low, according to new research from the Marie Keating Foundation.

THEY are aiming high once again in Cavan.