Forum to address needs of cancer survivors
The conference, titled Living Well with Cancer, will be held in the Aviva Stadium and aims to address the needs of cancer survivors across the country.
The Irish Cancer Society’s patient support groups manager, Olwyn Ryan, said the transition from cancer patient to cancer survivor could be difficult for some individuals.
“Access to information and support to deal with issues such as fear of the cancer coming back, financial strain, and long-term side-effects of treatment is vital,” said Ms Ryan.
The society said that any cancer survivors in Cork interested in coming along would be made welcome.
“The aim of the conference is to give delegates the opportunity to engage with experts in the field and to introduce them to other survivors so that they may help and support each other,” said Ms Ryan.
The two-day annual conference, now in its 20th year, opens on Sept 20.
As well as offering practical information on treatment advances, there will be information on dealing with fatigue, exercise and diet, and coping with the emotional and psychological effects of cancer.
The main speakers include US-based cancer control and research expert Patricia Ganz, who will talk about the late effects of cancer treatment.
Sr Stanislaus Kennedy will speak about cancer and spirituality, fitness expert Karl Henry will discuss the role of physical activity and quality of life for cancer survivors, and cancer expert and senator John Crown will talk about the treatment of cancer in younger women.
To register to attend go to cancer.ie/nccs or phone 01 2310500.
