Support cancer services: Today is Daffodil Day

Cancer affects everyone in this country whether it is you, a friend or a relative.

At this point, there can be no doubt as to the importance and impact that care and support have on people diagnosed and their loved ones. Today is Daffodil Day, a national flagship day that has touched the lives of so many over the last three decades through funding for services and cancer research. Every 15 minutes someone in this country hears the words: "You have cancer." “We know the impact that the words ‘you have cancer’ can have on someone, and how it can change their lives and the lives of those close to them. Everyone in Ireland is touched by cancer, and when they hear those words – they can and do call us for support. We are there to support people at this dark time in their lives – we are online, we are on the phone, we are in hospitals, homes and cancer support centres around the country. We are counsellors, we are expert nurses, we are researchers, we are there for thousands of people each year", said John McCormack, Chief Executive Officer of Irish Cancer Society. There are three ways to make a difference in the fight against cancer: 1 Buy a daffodil pin, daffodil or piece of merchandise from a street seller. 2 Make a donation by telephoning CallSave 1850 60 60 60. 3 Visit www.cancer.ie and make a secure online donation.