Join the Virtual Frances Thornton Memorial Galway Bay Swim This August, we’re inviting swimmers everywhere to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Frances Thornton Memorial Galway Bay Swim by taking on a challenge — Your Way. Swim 13km — Anywhere, Anytime in August Whether you’re a seasoned swimmer or just love the water, you can join us by completing a 13km […]
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The 20th Frances Thornton Memorial Galway Bay Swim Sets New Records What a milestone! The 20th edition of the Frances Thornton Memorial Galway Bay Swim took place this past weekend—and it was nothing short of spectacular. Record-Breaking Numbers This year saw a record 157 swimmers take on the challenge of crossing Galway Bay, including: 47 solo swimmers 31 relay teams (110
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Our monthly Grief Talks Webinar takes place on Tuesday 31st March 2025 This months speaker is Dr Nora Eilert Topic – Nature as a resource for coping with grief Who Will Benefit from Attending? People who are dealing with a bereavement following cancer Sign up via
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Our new partners support group for partners of people diagnosed with cancer takes place on 11th April 2025. Come and join our partner’s support group which meets at our cancer support centre in Galway. For further information please email [email protected] or call 091-540040
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Cancer Care West will host a new Women’s Cancer Support Group for all women living with a cancer diagnosis. Dates for 2025 are 7th March, 4th April and 9th May This will be an in person support group based at our cancer support centre in Galway. If you would like to attend or find out
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Our next 6 week course of Cancer Thriving and Surviving takes place on 12th March 2025 This evidence based course is a fantastic resource for people who are 3 months post treatment looking to get back to living a normal life Call Martina for further information on 091-540040
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Multiple Myeloma Support Group The Multiple Myeloma Support Group is a peer support group for those living with a diagnosis of multiple myeloma, whether they are newly diagnoses or have been living with multiple myeloma for some time. The group meets every 2nd month on a Friday afternoon. Call Nora on 091-540040 or email [email protected]
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Acupuncture can provide several benefits for cancer patients, particularly in managing symptoms related to both the cancer itself and the side effects of treatments such as chemotherapy and radiation. Here are some of the key benefits: • Pain Management • Improvement in Sleep Quality • Reduction of Fatigue • Anxiety and Stress Relief • Reduction
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13 YEARS SWIMMING 13KM ACROSS GALWAY BAY AS ANNUAL FRANCES THORNTON MEMORIAL GALWAY BAY SWIM RETURNS Unlucky 13, or lucky for some as the annual Frances Thornton Memorial Galway Bay Swim in aid of Cancer Care West returns to the waters of Galway Bay this June. The swim was officially launched on Saturday 2nd June with
