News - cancer

Leitrim patient's wait for cancer treatment raised in the Dáil

The long travel distances and difficulty accessing timely care are said to add significant stress for patients and families.

Mar 25, 2026 17:16

According to The National Cancer Control Programme, more than 90 per cent of patients should begin therapy within 15 working days.

Mar 25, 2026 13:29

Hundreds of patients in the region are waiting beyond recommended timeframes for a colonoscopy and radiation therapy.

Mar 4, 2026 17:51

Sinn Féin Leader Mary-Lou McDonald raised the case in the Dáil today.

Jan 14, 2026 13:13

The five-time All-Ireland winner told gardai he was in a very desperate situation having 'fallen into a rut' over the years.

Nov 3, 2025 13:29

Almost 4,000 men are diagnosed with prostate cancer each year in Ireland.

Apr 25, 2024 09:57

Sligo Leitrim TD Marian Harkin is calling for more funding for cancer services.

Apr 18, 2024 08:56

CEO of the Irish Cancer Society, Averil Power is urging people to give what they can today.

Mar 22, 2024 09:17

It's not yet known what type of the disease his diagnosis involves.

Feb 6, 2024 08:18

Research found that 1 in 3 nurses providing end of life care in homes say they have experienced patients’ homes without any heating.

Dec 8, 2023 09:23

Father of five, Johnny Maguire, was diagnosed with an aggressive form of head and neck cancer in July.

Oct 21, 2023 11:12

The clinics will be available in Longford Shopping Centre on Wednesday and Thursday from 9am to 6pm.

Jul 4, 2023 17:20

John Bohan has been donating blood for several years and travels to Dublin for blood platelet donations

May 18, 2023 07:41

Laura passed away this morning.

Apr 8, 2023 17:24

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