The Answers for Cancers

Prostate cancer and the speciality of Andrology with Dr John Sullivan 11.12.2025 34min

This week in the podcast we speak with Dr John Sullivan a consultant urologist who specialises in andrology in St. James hospital Dublin. This incredibly informative episodes does a deep dive into the most common side effects assosiated with prostate cancer including incontinence and sexual function. We discuss statistics and how prevelant these side effects can be while also discussing stratgies for managment. We have you enjoy this episode. This podcast was made possible by an educational grant from Bayer.

Prostate cancer common terminology with Dr Richard Bambury 27.11.2025 26min

This week on the answers for cancers podcast we are joned by Dr Richard Bambury consultant medical oncologist in Cork University hospital. He joins us to discuss the most common terminology often heard when assosiated with prostate cancer and helps provide a clear understanding of the stages of prostate cancer and the steps involved in getting a diagnosis.We hope you enjoy this episode.

Prostate cancer, a partners experience with Jacqueline Daly. 14.11.2025 35min

Today on the podcast we are joined by the incredible Jacqueline Daly. Jacqueline is a powerful patient advocate and she joins us today to speak about prostate cancer from a partners perspective. We are very grateful to Jacqueline for joining us and sharing her experience. We hope you enjoy this episode.

Radiotherapy for prostate cancer with Dr Paul Kelly 06.11.2025 34min

As this month is prostate cancer awareness month we are very excited to present this limited series which has kindly been supported by an educational grant from Bayer. On our first episode we are joined by consultant radiotherapist Dr Paul Kelly who explains the role of radiotherapy in treating prostate cancer. We hope you enjoy this episode.

Patient led research with Siobhan Gaynor 17.12.2024 44min

Today on the podcast we are joined by Siobhan Gaynor who talks to us about her research on the metestatic breast cancer patients experiences and needs. Her mission is to hopefully make the path for others living with metestatic breast cancer more gently. Thank you for joining us Siobhan we learned so much from this conversation .

Menopause with Kate Pleace 12.12.2024 33min

Today on the podcast we are joined by Kate Pleace also know as Fertility_menopause_support on instagram. We loved this episode and Kates passion really shines through so we hope you enjoy it as much as we did.

Exercise and Cancer with Clare Kelly and Amy Walsh 12.12.2024 1h 15min

This is a rerelease of one of our most loved episodes on exercise and cancer with Clare Kelly and Amy Walsh who are experts in this area and champion movement before, during and after treatment. We hope you enjoy it and learn as much as we did

Sarcoma Cancer- Carols story and Sarcoma Cancer Ireland 31.07.2024 50min

This week on the Answers for Cancers podcast to mark sarcoma cancer awareness month we have 2 special episodes. On the second episode we are joined by Carol Haslam who kindly shares her experience of recieving a diagnosis of sarcoma. She also discusses the incredible role of Sarcoma Cancer Ireland who just recently recieved charity status. We would like to thank everyone for their contribution to make this conversation as informative as possible especially Kelli and Carmel from Sarcoma Cancer Ireland for asking us to be involved. We hope you enjoy this episode.

Sarcoma cancer with Dr Mark Doherty and Prof Charles Gillham 31.07.2024 50min

This week on the Answers for Cancers podcast to mark sarcoma cancer awareness month we have 2 special episodes. The first is with Dr Mark Doherty a medical oncologist at St Vincents hospital Dublin and Prof Charles Gillham a radiation oncologist at St. Lukes hospital Dublin. They join us to discuss this rare cancer and they explain the signs and symptoms, what investigations to expect, possible treatment options and side effects and much more. Thank you both for your dedication to your patients. We would like to thank everyone for their contribution to make this conversation as informative as possible especially Kelli and Carmel from sarcoma cancer Ireland for asking us to be involved. We hope you enjoy this episode.

Bowel cancer awareness month: A Patients story with Carmel Drohan with friend and surgeon Prof Ann Brannigan 24.04.2024 1h 13min

As April is bowel cancer awareness month we are delighted to have a bonus episode for our listeners. We are joined by Carmel Drohan who was diagnosed with stage 4 bowel cancer in 2015 and she talks us through her experience to date. Carmel has had multiple surgerys and chemotherapy treatments and we are extremely grateful to her for sharing her story with us. We are also joined by her friend and well known surgeon Professor Ann Brannigan who walks us through what bowel cancer is and how it may present, advancments in bowel cancer treatments, and the important role of the multidisciplinary team plays in deciding individual treatment plans for patients. We hope you enjoy this episode.

The impacts of prostate cancer treatment on men and their partners with Martin Sweeney 05.10.2023 27min

Today on the podcast we are joined by the wonderful Martin Sweeney who's joins us today to speak about support for men after a cancer diagnosis. Martin speaks about his own diagnosis of prostate cancer in 2015 and how the support recieved particularly from arc cancer support led him to becoming a group facilitator for men with prostate cancer and his involvement with the Irish cancer society public patient involvement panel and the work he does with the urology team in the mater hospital with the postpor programmes helps prepare men for a prostatectomy. Today we speak about some of the side effects experienced from prostate cancer treatment and how speaking these personal and intimate issues can central to people's treatment outcomes. We are so grateful to Martin for his time and wisdom and we hope you enjoy the episode as much as we did.

Exercise & Cancer with Clare Kelly and Amy Walsh 25.09.2023 1h 16min

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.

Radiotherapy for Breast Cancer Patients with Dr Daniel Cagney 18.09.2023 30min

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.

LGFB Ireland Mary Drummond bonus episode 12.09.2023 28min

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. 💖✨

Patient Story on Breast Cancer with Aine 11.09.2023 1h 4min

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.

LGFB Ireland The Skin Nerd Jennifer Rock bonus episode 05.09.2023 46min

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. 💖✨

Metastatic Breast Cancer with Mikel Ross 04.09.2023 44min

This week on the podcast we are joined by Mikel Ross to discuss metastatic breast cancer along with its advancements and treatments. Mikel Ross, MSN, RN, AGPCNP-BC, OCN, CBCN is a board certified nurse practitioner on the breast medicine service at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York. In this role, he collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to deliver medical oncology care to people with breast cancer across the continuum of care. In addition to patient care, he collaborates on many initiatives, including oral oncolytic adherence, proactive management of symptomatic patients, and most notably is the lead clinician for Memorial Sloan Kettering’s scalp cooling program, designed to limit chemotherapy induced hair loss. He has published articles on the topics of scalp cooling, oral medication adherence, and proactive management of patient symptoms in oncology practice.

LGFB Ireland Annabel O'Keeffe bonus episode 29.08.2023 17min

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. 💖✨

Breast cancer genetics with Dr Karen Cadoo 29.08.2023 28min

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.

Finding calm in cancer with Dr Sinead Lynch 22.08.2023 46min

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.