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Enhancing Cancer Awareness and Survivorship Programmes (E.CASP) Research Group:
Time for celebration in the Enhancing Cancer Awareness and Survivorship Programmes (E.CASP) Research Group: Three members of the E-CASP research group complete their PhD in the past year.
Time for celebration in the Enhancing Cancer Awareness and Survivorship Programmes (E.CASP) Research Group: Three members of the E-CASP research group complete their PhD in the past year.
Dr. Ashling Rosanna Murphy’s PhD thesis centred on identifying factors that influence the quality of life of women with breast cancer and their significant others. Interestingly Ashling found that being a significant other of a woman with breast cancer was associated with a lower quality of life. This research has highlighted the impact that a breast cancer diagnosis has on both the woman with breast cancer, her significant other and their relationship.
Dr Mary Reidy tested the feasibility and acceptability of the Early Monitoring of Breast and Cervical Cancer Signs & Screening in Intellectual Disabilities (EMBRACES- ID) educational programme. The aim of the intervention was to raise cancer and screening awareness among women with an ID and their carers. Mary has highlighted the importance of targeted interventions for vulnerable populations.
Dr Mohamad Saab sought to enhance men’s awareness of testicular disorders using a virtual reality intervention (E-MAT) in the Irish context. E-MAT was developed as an educational experience using virtual reality gaming technology. Men found the intervention was feasible, enjoyable, and user-friendly. Mohamad has shown that virtual reality can be used to promote awareness of different health topics which is especially important for traditionally hard to reach groups such as younger men.
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