Innovations in Oncology 2024

Global cancer research conference highlights novel therapeutic strategies and patient voice

Innovations in Oncology 2024

Why bowel cancer is not only a disease of older age

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Immunotherapy may improve patient outcomes

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Breaking new ground: pioneering efforts in lung cancer screening

Innovations in Oncology 2024

People living with and beyond cancer struggle to find evidence-based nutrition care

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Innovations in Oncology 2024

Community effort drives cancer trials for accessible treatment and expertise

Innovations in Oncology 2024

Five essential clinical trial reforms for improved patient care and research efficiency

Patients in Ireland deserve a strong clinical research infrastructure to provide access to treatments. However, reforms are needed for efficient trials to benefit patients with breakthrough medicines. Healthcare providers in Irish hospitals and academic institutions have shown their ability and commitment to driving world-class research. However, according to the IPHA Clinical Trials Activity Comparison Report 2024, … Continued

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The right nutrition at the right time: supporting oncology patient outcomes

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Why are we experiencing shortages of essential medicines in Ireland?

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Less invasive, highly sensitive: colorectal cancer diagnostic techniques under review

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Innovations in Oncology 2024

Patient-led research highlights needs of women with metastatic breast cancer

Innovations in Oncology 2024

Global trends analysis on emerging oncology therapy R&D and innovation

Data is a key driver of successful outcomes for patients

The COVID-19 pandemic showed us that real-time data sharing is essential for health research. Access to novel treatments through clinical trials can lead to improved outcomes for patients with cancer. Here, at University Hospital Limerick, we are partnering with our university and national networks to improve access for patients to novel treatments and new diagnostic … Continued

Multidisciplinary approach to cancer survivorship can help more patients

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Barriers to accessing a successful targeted liver cancer treatment within Irish healthcare system

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Innovations in Oncology Q2 2023

Around 2,562 people each year are diagnosed with bowel cancer in Ireland

Innovations in Oncology Q2 2023

Cancer projections and common risk factors to avoid

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Looking to our immune system: promising advances in cellular immunotherapies