Irish Cancer Society roadshow coming to Laois
Specialist cancer nurses will be on hand to offer free advice
The Irish Cancer Society's ‘Your Health Matters’ Roadshow is coming to the Laois Shopping Centre in Portlaoise next week.
Members of the public are invited to come along for free to speak with specialist cancer nurses to ask any questions they may have and seek support and advice.
“Pop down and have a chat with one of our nurses - no booking is required, just walk in. Available at the Roadshow are free blood pressure checks, body mass index (BMI) and carbon monoxide (CO) readings and information on cancer prevention, screening, and ways to help spot the early signs of cancer. A referral for a GP can also be arranged where further help is required.,” the Irish Cancer Society said.
Early detection and diagnosis of cancer is essential to improve health outcomes. When cancer is diagnosed early, it can improve the quality of life of those living with cancer, increase survival and reduce the severity of treatment. Many patients find it difficult to or do not attend GP visits even when they are experiencing potential cancer symptoms.
The ‘Your Health Matters’ Roadshow initiative seeks to change this by promoting positive lifestyle changes, increasing awareness of cancer symptoms, and improving medical care-seeking behaviour for the early signs of cancer.
In 2025, the roadshow travelled to 20 different locations around the country, engaging with over 29,900 people about the signs and symptoms of cancer.
The Irish Cancer Society's ‘Your Health Matters’ Roadshow is coming to the Laois Shopping Centre in Portlaoise on Wednesday and Thursday, August 12 and 13 between 10am and 5pm and is free of charge.