Around 850 people are diagnosed with cancer in Donegal every year.
While last year, 420 in the county died from the illness.
The Irish Cancer Society are calling on the next government to fully fund the National Cancer Strategy.
It’s been found that cancer care will be a key issue for voters in the upcoming election, as 2 in 5 people in Connacht and Ulster put off going to the GP or hospital because of financial barriers.
Emma Harte, Policy and Campaigns manager says its a sad reality:
Irish Cancer Society Support Line Freephone:
1800 200 700
9am–5pm, Monday to Friday
