Scientist predicts cancer deaths will end Deaths from cancer will become a thing of the past within three to four decades. News • 30 Apr 14
Novartis in deals with GSK and Eli Lilly Novartis is transforming its business by exchanging certain assets with GlaxoSmithKline and divesting its animal health business to Eli Lilly. Business • 22 Apr 14
UN says cancer cases 'set to rise by half by 2030' New cases of cancer will rise by half by 2030, reaching 21.6m per year compared to 14m in 2012, according to a global analysis of … News • 04 Feb 14
Cancer audit to help doctors make prognosis The first ten-year audit of cancer outcomes means patients can be told what their survival chances are according to the research. News • 05 Dec 13
Neanderthal viruses found in modern human DNA Ancient viruses inherited from Neanderthals have been found in modern human DNA. News • 19 Nov 13
Cancer survival rates improving, report shows The risk of developing cancer is increasing by around 1% a year but the risk of dying of cancer is falling by about the same … News • 15 Aug 13
Omega-3 may increase prostate cancer risk New research suggests that omega-3, the health supplement taken by millions of people, may increase the risk of prostate cancer. News • 11 Jul 13
Crown critical of cancer drug policy Independent Senator and oncologist John Crown has said it is a great scandal that some private health insurers have decided not to provide an approved … News • 20 Jun 13
Medical card holders face GP cancer care costs Medical card patients who have undergone breast cancer treatment in hospital may have to pay the cost of their GP cancer care follow-up. News • 18 Jun 13
Irish men more likely to die from cancer - report A report from the Irish Cancer Society has found that Irish men are more at risk of getting and dying of cancer than women. News • 11 Jun 13
Study links processed food and 'early death' Diets laden with pies, sausages and ready meals can lead to an early death, a major European study has shown. News • 07 Mar 13
Roche posts modest profit gain for 2012 Swiss drug maker Roche Holding posted a 2.4% increase in its full year profits as demand grew for its cancer medicines and diagnostic tests used … Business • 30 Jan 13
Research shows higher cancer rates in poor areas The Irish Cancer Society has said the incidence of the disease in disadvantaged communities is worryingly high. News • 21 Jan 13
Cancer patients 'struggling' with living costs The Irish Cancer Society has said cancer patients are struggling to cover the living costs associated with their disease. News • 17 Dec 12
Women who quit smoking before 30 reduce risks A survey has found that women smokers can earn themselves ten years of extra life by quitting before middle age. News • 27 Oct 12
Queen's claims breakthrough in cancer treatment Scientists at Queen’s University Belfast have said they have made a breakthrough that could lead to a more effective way to treat throat and cervical … News • 08 Aug 12
Claim that tobacco industry targets women & girls The Irish Cancer Society has claimed that the tobacco industry is aggressively targeting women and girls in the hope of recruiting more smokers. News • 05 Jul 12
Senator calls for ban on tobacco products by 2025 Senator John Crown has said the manufacturing and sale of tobacco products should be banned by 2025. News • 27 Jun 12
WHO research links diesel fumes to cancer Researchers with the World Health Organisation have said exhaust fumes from diesel engines cause cancer. News • 13 Jun 12
Survey shows poor awareness of cancer risks A survey of adults suggests that there is poor awareness of cancer risk factors in Ireland. News • 28 May 12
Cost of skin cancer drug to be covered The Taoiseach has told the Dáil that the cost of a drug used to treat patients with skin cancer will be covered for patients. News • 02 May 12
Senator John Crown alleges cancer drug crisis Independent Senator John Crown has told the Seanad there is a crisis in the availability of cancer treatment drug Ipilimumab, which is used to treat … News • 18 Apr 12
<p>Heart stress tests raise cancer risks</p> Heart patients often get repeated diagnostic imaging tests that expose them to dangerously high doses of radiation, US researchers said. World • 15 Nov 10
