The Irish Cancer Society is the exclusive beneficiary of this charity event. This organization offers crucial support to patients and their families, and virtually every family in Ireland has been touched by cancer. Many people have personally experienced the incredible support the society provides either through a family member, a friend or a colleague.
This event aims to bolster the awareness campaign that highlights the Irish Cancer Society's dedication to delivering ongoing and vital assistance to patients. There is a special emphasis on directing funds to the Night Nurse Service, a key program within the Irish Cancer Society. This service benefits thousands of patients annually, Night Nurse will work with patients and their families to give your relative or friend the highest standard of nursing care and ensure their comfort and dignity throughout the night.
Cancer is the most common cause of death in Ireland with more than 9,000 people dying each year. That's almost 25 people dying from cancer every day across Ireland. An average of 1 person every hour.
However, thanks to earlier detection, improved care and targeted treatments, more people are surviving cancer than ever before. Today, there are 200,000 cancer survivors in Ireland.
The Irish Cancer Society are working towards a future where nobody dies from cancer, and everyone affected by the disease will have access to world class treatment and support.
Typically receiving only 5% of income from the Government, your support helps provide key services to ensure no one has to face cancer alone and funds vital cancer research with over €30 million invested since 2010.
