🌟 The EuCan study is currently recruiting participants! The EuCan study aims to explore the experiences of underserved communities living with or beyond cancer. We're recruiting participants for one-on-one interviews to gain insights into their access to cancer services in Ireland. ❓ Who can participate? We are seeking participation from: ⏩ Individuals over the age of 65 years, who currently have a cancer diagnosis or have had cancer in the past. ⏩ Individuals with an intellectual disability, who currently have a cancer diagnosis or have had cancer in the past. ⏩ Individuals with a physical disability, who currently have a cancer diagnosis or have had cancer in the past. ❓ How to Participate? If you are interested in taking part in this important project and meet the eligibility criteria, you can reach out and contact the EuCan Research Assistant, Shauna Walsh, at WALSHS89@TCD.IE or 086 196 6824

Breaking Barriers: Enhancing Cancer Care for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities 🗓 Date: Wednesday, 14th May 2025 🕣 Time: 08:30 - 16:30 📍 Venue: School of Nursing and Midwifery, 24 D’Olier Street, Dublin This conference – the first of its kind in Ireland and internationally – will focus on the critical and under-researched issue of cancer in individuals with intellectual disabilities. Studies reveal that this group is more vulnerable to certain cancers, often diagnosed at later stages, leading to poorer outcomes and higher mortality rates. 🎤 Expert Speakers: Dr Maarten Cuypers – Epidemiologist at Radboud University Medical Centre, Netherlands Dr Alyson Mahar – Cancer Epidemiologist at Sinclair Cancer Research Institute, Canada Professor Maeve Lowery – Oncologist & Clinical Lead at Trinity St James Cancer Institute, Ireland Dr Triona McCarthy – Consultant in Public Health Medicine at HSE National Cancer Control Programme 💡 Key Topics: The epidemiology of cancer in people with intellectual disabilities Screening, health surveillance, and detection Ethics, advocacy, and patient/public involvement (PPI) Policy, practice, and reasonable adjustments in cancer settings 🤝 This event will bring together individuals with intellectual disabilities, their families and carers, and national and international experts in health, social care, public organisations, NGOs, and advocacy groups. Our goal? To raise awareness, share knowledge, and foster collaboration to improve cancer care and outcomes for this often-marginalised group. 🔗 Don't miss this opportunity to be part of this important conversation! Register today - Repost to your networks! #BreakingBarriers #CancerCare #IntellectualDisabilities #HealthEquity #CancerAwareness #PublicHealth @CancerInstIRE @TCD_SNM @tcddublin @mcmahonm44 @Radboud_Uni @hrbireland @HSELive @EilishBurke15 @MccarrmMary

To celebrate International Day of Persons with Disabilities #IDPWD 2024, we gathered for a special commemoration ceremony at the Trinity College Dublin Chapel to honour those who have so generously contributed to the Intellectual Disability Supplement to the Irish Longitudinal Study on Ageing (@IdsTilda) since its inception 15 years ago. Our chosen theme ‘In Gratitude, In Memory, and In Celebration' beautifully encapsulated the spirit of this event. It expressed our profound appreciation for the contributions of IDS-TILDA participants, our remembrance of their lives and legacies, and our celebration of the lasting impact of their generosity. While the future benefits of this work may not directly touch the participants we honoured yesterday, their invaluable contributions will shape a brighter future for generations of people with intellectual disability. Their legacy continues to inspire and inform our efforts to create a more inclusive and equitable society. #IDPWD @tcddublin @LindaDoyle @TCD_SNM @AIIHPC @AvistaCLG @MariaKavanagh14 @TomClonan