The Answers for Cancers

This week on the podcast we are joined by Clare Kelly and Amy Walsh champions for promoting exercise before treatment and after treatment and during and living with a cancer diagnosis.

This episode is dedicated to shedding light on how physical activity can be a lifeline of hope for cancer patients. We'll be joined by experts who will share their insights and stories.

This week on the podcast we are joined by Dr Daniel Cagney to discuss Radiotherapy for Breast Cancer Patients .

Dr. Daniel Cagney is clinical director of radiation oncology at Mater Private Hospital, Dublin and network director of stereotactic radiation. 

Dr. Cagney’s internship and general medical training was in the Mercy Hospital Cork and Beaumont Hospital, Dublin. He did a year in medical oncology in Mater Hospital before commencing specialist training in radiation oncology in St Luke’s Hospital, Dublin. In parallel to his radiation oncology training, he received a MSc in oncology and palliative care from Newcastle University. His radiation oncology fellowship was in Dana-Farber/Brigham and Women’s Cancer Center, Boston. He is a fellow of the Faculty of Radiologists of the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (FFR RCSI) and a diplomate of the American Board of Radiology (DABR). 

Since 2017 he has held several strategic positions at Dana-Farber/Brigham and Women’s Cancer Center, including consultant radiation oncologist, director of stereotactic radiation and director of MRI Guided Radiation Programme. He held the academic appointment of assistant professor at Harvard Medical School.

On today's episode of the answersforcancers podcast we have a special bonus episode for you! Today we will be chatting with Mary Drummond, who is a make up artist for LGFB Ireland and her history with skin care.

Look Good Feel Good Ireland is renowned for its unwavering commitment to helping cancer fighters and survivors feel their best, both inside and out. Through workshops, support programs, and beauty expertise, they empower individuals to embrace their beauty and strength, no matter the challenges they face. 💖✨

This week on the podcast we are joined by Aine who shares her story from her beginnings and her journey through life with a breast cancer diagnosis.

Through her words, we gain insight into the highs and lows of the cancer journey, the importance of a supportive community, and the incredible impact of maintaining a positive outlook. This episode is a tribute to all those who fight the battle, reminding us that every individual's story is a mosaic of courage and determination.

On today's episode of the answersforcancers podcast we have a special bonus episode for you! Today we will be chatting with Jennifer Rock, who is the CEO of the Skin Nerd and her history with skin care.

Look Good Feel Good Ireland is renowned for its unwavering commitment to helping cancer fighters and survivors feel their best, both inside and out. Through workshops, support programs, and beauty expertise, they empower individuals to embrace their beauty and strength, no matter the challenges they face. 💖✨

On today's episode of the answersforcancers podcast we have a special bonus episode for you! Today we will be chatting with Annabel O'Keeffe, who is the General Manager of Look Good Feel Better and her history with the organisation.

Look Good Feel Good Ireland is renowned for its unwavering commitment to helping cancer fighters and survivors feel their best, both inside and out. Through workshops, support programs, and beauty expertise, they empower individuals to embrace their beauty and strength, no matter the challenges they face. 💖✨

This week on the podcast we are joined by Dr Karen Cadoo to discuss breast cancer genetics. Dr Cadoo kindly joined us last season on the podcast for our world GO day special when we discussed gynaecological oncology genetics. Today we discuss the benifits and risks of genetic testing, the importance of knowing family history when possible, gene mutations assosiated with breast cancer and they pros and cons of genetic testing at a young age.

A special thank you to Pfizer healthcare Ireland for sponsoring this episode of the podcast.

Today on the podcast we are delighted to be joined by Dr Sinead Lynch senior councilling psychologist in the Mater hospital Dublin and a member of the psychoncology team, an extremly valuable service to cancer patients that was started in 2021. Dr Lynch explains to us on the podcast how events in her personal life led her to a career caring for cancer patients.

Today we discuss the difference between pity and self compassion and that having self kindness does not mean giving in. Dr Lynch talks us through practical tips for managing mental health and recognising the difference between a low mood assosiated with a cancer diagnosis and when to seek help.

A special thank you to Pfizer healthcare Ireland for sponsoring this episode of the podcast.