Deprivation

New report by the National Cancer Registry assesses the effect of deprivation on cancer

Tuesday, January 31, 2023 - 11:15

The National Cancer Registry (NCRI) has today published a new report entitled: Cancer inequalities in Ireland by deprivation, 2004-2018. This report measures differences in cancer incidence, five-year survival and stage at presentation between...Read more

Socio-demographic differences

Socio-demographic factors

Diagnosing cancer in an emergency: Patterns of emergency presentation of cancer in Ireland 2002–2015

Patients over 65 and those from the poorest communities are more likely to have their cancer diagnosed as an emergency

PDF

A new research report funded by the Irish Cancer Society and carried out by the Registry is being launched today. The research found that:

About 3,000 of the 22,000 invasive cancers diagnosed each year are diagnosed as emergencies (excluding...Read more

Cancer Inequalities in Ireland

PDF

A major new report, published online by the National Cancer Registry today, highlights strong patterns of cancer inequality by deprivation, age and, to a lesser extent, urban/rural status. These factors influence the risk of developing cancer (incidence) and the survival, stage at presentation, treatment and associated health conditions (comorbidities) of cancer patients in Ireland. In many instances, these patterns of inequality apply across a range of cancer types.Read more

Printer-friendly version

Building 6800
Cork Airport Business Park
Kinsale Road, Cork T12 CDF7
Email Contact us here
Tel: +353 (0) 21 4318014
Fax: +353 (0) 21 4318016