Breakthrough Cancer Research funds the development of new treatment options for poor prognosis & incurable cancers. Registered Charity Number: 20077945
Ireland
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Walk the Camino de Santiago this April and make a real difference 🚶♀️
From April 13–20, join us on the final 110km from Sarria to Santiago.
Every step helps fund vital cancer research in Ireland.
More info: bit.ly/BCRCamino26
#BreakthroughCancerResearch #MakeMoreSurvivors
We’re proud to be a founding member of the Irish Cancer Prevention Network (ICPN).
On #WorldCancerDay (Feb 4), join our webinar “Small Steps, Big Impact: Physical Activity for Cancer Risk Reduction”. @hseNCCP
Register to watch live or on demand 👉 bit.ly/ICPNwebinar
Breakthrough Cancer Research retweeted
The @BreakthroCancer Cancer Revolution exhibition continues at Stephen's Green Shopping Centre.
It features the stories of women's screening experiences, with one shared message – screening can save lives.
Book your free tickets: cancerrevolution.ie
#ChooseScreening
🎉 Happy New Year
In 2026, choose a challenge that fits your life. From the 310K Steps Challenge and hikes to the Camino and marathons, every step can help fund cancer research.
Explore what suits you 👉 bit.ly/BreakthroughEvents
#MakeMoreSurvivors
✨ As 2025 closes, thank you for supporting Breakthrough Cancer Research.
Your generosity has helped fund research into new, better, smarter, kinder, and more effective cancer treatments - helping us #MakeMoreSurvivors
Wishing you a peaceful, happy and healthy New Year 💙
🎄 Season's Greetings from everyone Breakthrough Cancer Research.
We’re thinking of everyone affected by cancer; people
🧪 awaiting results
💙 newly diagnosed
🌟 in treatment
🌈 in remission
🤝 supporting someone
🌹 remembering someone
You are very much in our thoughts 💙
🎄 Countdown to Christmas – 2025 in Review
🗓 December
Volunteers packed bags at Dunnes Stores in support of cancer research.
Thank you to everyone who supported Breakthrough Cancer Research throughout 2025.
#MakeMoreSurvivors
🎄 Countdown to Christmas – 2025 in Review
🗓 November
November saw an unforgettable Breakthrough Ball at Fota Island Resort. ✨ Supporters came together to fund cancer research, making it a night to remember.
Thank you to everyone involved.
#MakeMoreSurvivors
🎄 Countdown to Christmas – 2025 in Review
🗓 October
Supporters climbed Carrauntoohil ⛰️ to help fund research into new, better, smarter, kinder treatments and diagnostics for people with cancer.
Explore upcoming events 👉 bit.ly/BreakthroughEvents
#MakeMoreSurvivors
🎄 Countdown to Christmas – 2025 in Review
🗓 September
National Flag Days took place during this month.
💙 Volunteers across the country raised vital funds for cancer research right here in Ireland.
You can still donate 👉 bit.ly/BreakthroughDonate
#MakeMoreSurvivors
🎄 Countdown to Christmas – 2025 in Review
🗓 August
The opening of our exhibition #CancerRevolution - Science, Innovation and Hope at Stephen’s Green.
It’s now extended into 2026.
👉 Book your FREE visit cancerrevolution.ie
#MakeMoreSurvivors
Breakthrough Cancer Research retweeted
POI is hiring!
Three openings are now available as part of the POI-2 consortium, in positions of senior leadership, communications & research administration. Further details of each role are included in the link below, along with details on how to apply.
precisiononcology.ie/news/ne…
🎄Countdown to Christmas – 2025 in Review
🗓 July
Thousands cycled 170km for the @RingOKerryCycle helping raise €200,880 for @BreakthroCancer and fund research into new, better, smarter, kinder treatments and diagnostics.
Looking ahead to 2026? 👉 bit.ly/BreakthroughEvents
🎄 Countdown to Christmas – 2025 in Review
🗓 June
Supporters walked over 120km on the Camino de Santiago for Breakthrough Cancer Research, helping fund research that offers hope to people with cancer.
Explore events for 2026 👉 bit.ly/BreakthroughEvents
#MakeMoreSurvivors
🎄 Countdown to Christmas – 2025 in Review
🗓 May
We supported 17 researchers through video communication training with @TheVidacademy, helping them share their work in their own voices and bring cancer research beyond the lab.
#ScienceCommunication
🎄Countdown to Christmas - 2025 in Review
🗓 April
PhD researcher Clodagh Murphy won the @ucddublin #ENGAGE2025 Grand Final for her talk on lung cancer research, highlighting the power of clear communication alongside world-class science.
Watch here: bit.ly/ClodaghMurphyYT
Thrilled to see Nazia Rafiq receive her Gold @GaisceAward from @PresidentIRL Connolly yesterday 👏 🥇
A 2024 @BreakthroCancer Summer Scholar, Nazia also took on our #HikeTo40KM challenge as part of her #Gaisce journey.
What an achievement. Very well deserved Nazia.
#ProudMoment
Young people from across Ireland were presented with their Gaisce Gold Awards at a ceremony hosted by President Catherine Connolly. This year’s event is particularly significant, marking the 40th anniversary of Gaisce, The President’s Award.
More on #VMNews
🎄Countdown to Christmas - 2025 in Review
🗓 March
Through the 310K in March challenge, supporters helped fund research across 13 institutions nationwide.
Every step brought us closer to new, better, smarter, kinder cancer care.
#310KinMarch #MakeMoreSurvivors
🎄Countdown to Christmas - 2025 in Review
🗓 February
Diagnosed with bowel cancer in 2006, Patricia has spent over 35 years raising €1 million + for Breakthrough Cancer Research, funding research that offers hope to people with cancer.
Thank you, Patricia.
#WorldCancerDay
🎄Countdown to Christmas - 2025 in Review
🗓 January
Four @BreakthroCancer projects received funding through @researchireland’s Enterprise Partnership Scheme – advancing research in pancreatic & ovarian cancer, patient outcomes and lived experience.
🔗 bit.ly/4h9QLYZ