What is Cancer?
Cancer is a term used to describe a group of illnesses, all having certain common characteristics. These characteristics involve an overgrowth of cells that form a tumour.
Signs and symptoms may vary depending on the part of the body affected. Medical tools like X-rays, MRI scans, and biopsies are used to diagnose cancer and determine the stage of the disease.
An estimated 44,000 people in Ireland get cancer each year.
Common types of cancer and treatment options
There are over 200 different types of cancer—each with unique treatments, including chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and immunotherapy. Some common cancers include prostate cancer, lung cancer, and breast cancer, with treatment plans based on the stage of the disease.
The three most common types of cancer in Ireland are skin, prostate, and breast cancer, with skin cancer diagnoses.
According to the Irish Cancer Society, skin cancer accounts for an estimated 11,000+ new cases annually.
This figure is almost triple the number of the next leading cause, prostate cancer, which currently stands at an estimated 4,000+ new cases each year.
Post-treatment care and side effects
After cancer treatment, you may feel side effects such as dizziness, fatigue and being generally unwell. Everyone will have a different experience of cancer—but what remains common is the need for emotional, medical and practical support.
Personalised cancer care at home
Comfort Keepers creates individualised home care plans for long-term illness and specialised care, adapting them as your needs change.
Our team provides personal and practical care, from meal preparation to cancer respite care, we ensure every client feels supported throughout their cancer journey.
As cancer care needs vary from one person to another, a clinical manager will meet with you to discuss how we can support you in your home.Â
Expert cancer care tailored to your needs
At Comfort Keepers, we specialise in providing personalised cancer support for individuals at every stage of their diagnosis.
For more information, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
You can also visit the Irish Cancer Society for additional resources.
