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Equipment Hire
MACS are able to provide equipment to both patients and the general public. Once a patient has registered with MACS all medical equipment that they require will be free of charge on a loan basis.
We also hire our equipment out to the general public for their own use at affordable rates but we do not hire out or release any of our beds to non cancer patients as we have to keep them secure and available for our present and future cancer patients that may be in desperate need of them.
Equipment and Price List
ITEM DEPOSIT NON – REGISTERED DAILY CHARGE NON – REGISTERED
HOSPITAL BED Not for hire Not for hire
BED HOIST Not for hire Not for hire
RIPPLE MATTRESS Not for hire Not for hire
WATERPROOF SHEET Not for hire Not for hire
COMMODE 14€ 1€
RAISED TOILET SEAT 14€ 1€
WHEELCHAIR 14€ 1€
WALKING FRAME 14€ 1€
CRUTCHES 14€ 1€
WALKING STICK 14€ 1€
Early detection of breast cancer:
Women between 50 and 69 years of age are given a letter at home
to schedule an appointment at a dedicated mammography screening unit where two plates are taken
per breast every two years.
The interested party receives the results by mail, and if they need to be referred to the hospital to
complete the study or indergo some type of treatment, they will also receive the appointment by
Women between the ages of 50 and 69 who have not received an appointment letter at home can
call their Primary Care District or Health Management Area, where they will arrange an appointment, or contact their family doctor.
Regardless, women should consult their family doctor if they notice any changes in their
breasts or if they have a family history of them.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cancer
Cancer is not one disease but many, all with some similar features but a// with a distinctive character which varies according to the cancer's type and location.
There are over 200 types of cancer, but all start in the same way. Put simply, cancer is a disease of the cells. The control signals in a nornnal cell in the body go wrong, resulting in an abnormal cell. Cells normally divide and and replicate themselves as a process of renewal, in an abnormal cell. Cells normally divide and replicate themselves as a process of renewal, in a controllod way, but abnormal cells keep on dividing and this forms a lump.
The cluster of abnormal cells is called a tumour. Some tumours are benign, or harmless and often don't need treatment. But malignant tumours - the cancers - can spread. They may be dangerous because they can invade nearby parts of the body and stop them working properly. Cells from malignant tumours can break away and travel to other parts of the body, where they can form new groups of abnormal cells, called secondary growths. It is therefore possible to have a secondary breast cancer in the lung, for example.
What causes cancer and how quickly the cells grow and spread, is different from person to person. A large number of people with cancer overcome the disease, or live fulfilled lives for many years. A poor diet, lack of exercise, being over weight, smoking, heavy drinking. over exposure to the sun and hereditary factors can all contribute to causing cancer.
Questions to ask your doctor
Understanding the Diagnosis
I. What type of cancer do I have, and where exactly is it located?
2. What stage is my cancer, and what does that mean?
3. Has it spread to other parts of my body?
4. How aggressive is my cancer?
5. Are there any biomarkers or genetic features of my cancer?
6.Can I get a copy of my pathology report and scans?
7.What caused my cancer is if lifestvie. genetic, or unknown?
8.Will I need additional tests before we start treatment?
9.Should I get a second opinion?
10. How urgent is it to begin treatment?
Understanding Treatment Options
11. What are my treatment options, and what do you recommend?
12 .Whal is the goal of the treatment — to cure, control, or reliev e symptom
13. How long will treatment last, and how often will I receive it?
14. What are the expected side effects, short- and long-term?
15. How will this treatment affect my daily life?
16.Are there any clinical trials I should consider?
17. Will 1 need surgery, and what does it involve?
18 Will I lose my hair or experience fatigue?
19. How will this affect my fertility or sexual health?
20. What should I do iff experience severe side effects?
21. Can I work or travel during treatment?
22. Should I change my diet, exercise, or lifestyle
23. Are there supportive therapies (e.g. physiotherapy, counseling)?
24. What happens il this treatment doesn't work?
25. What are the chances of remission or cure?
Communication, Support & Mental Health
26. How can I best communicate how I’m feeling during treatment?
27. Who should 1 contact with questions between appointments?
28. Can I bring a relative or carer to appointment.s?
29. Is there someone I can talk to about how I'm coping emotionally'?
30. What support services are available for my famiiy or carer?
31. How do I manage anxiety or depression during treatment?
32. What financial or practical support is available?
33. Where can I get reliable information about mv cancer?
34. Are there local or online support groups you recommend?
35. Can I access palliative or supportive care. even if I'm not at end-of-life?
Living with Cancer after treatment
36. What follow -up care will I need after treatmenl?
37. How often will 1 need scans or checkups?
38. What signs of recurrence should I watch for?
39. What are mv long-term side effects and how are they managed?
40. Can I return to work or normal activities?
41. Will I need rehabilitation (e.g.. speech therapy, physical therapy)?
42. How can I improve my overall health going forward?
43. Do I have a higher risk of developing other cancers?
44. Can I stil! get travel insurance or life insurance?
45, Whats the best way to talk to my children or familv about cancer?
Advanced Illness or End-of-Life Planning (if needed)
46. What does it mean if the cancer becomes terminal?
47. What are my choices for end-of-life care (e.g.. hospice, home care)?
48. How can we manage my pain and symptoms at this stage?
49, What legal or practical decisions should I prepare for (e.g . advance directive)?
50. How can I stay comfortable and maintain dignity during the final phase?
Cancers Terms Explained
Anemia - Acondition where there are too few red blood cells, leading to fatigue and weakness
Antibodies - Proteins made by the immune system to help fight infection or cancer
Benign - A non-cancerous growth that does not spread to other parts of the body
Biopsy - A medical test where a small tissue sample is taken to check for cancer
Bone Marrow - The soft tissue inside bones where blood cells are made
Carcinogen - A substance that can cause cancer, like tobacco smoke or certain chemicals
Carcinoma - A type of cancer that starts in skin or tissue lining organs
Catheter - A thin flexible tube used to deliver medication or fluids into the body
Chemotherapy - Treatment using drugs to kill or stop the growth of cancer cells
Clinical Trial - A research study testing new cancer treatments for safety and effectiveness
CT Scan (Computed Tomography) A special X-ray that gives detailed images of the inside of the body
Diagnosis - The process of identifying a disease, like cancer, from its signs and symptoms
Fatigue - A common cancer symptom or treatment side effect that causes extreme tiredness
Genetic Testing - A test to see if you have inherited gene changes that increase cancer risk
Hormone Therapy - Treatment that blocks or lowers hormones that fuel certain cancers
Hospice Care - Supportive care for patients with terminal cancer, focused on comfort and quality of life
Imaging - Tests like X-rays, MRIs, or CT scans to see inside body
Immunotheraphy - A treatment that helps the immune system recognize and fight cancer
Inoperable - A term used when a tumour cannot be removed with surgery
Leukemia - A type of cancer that starts in the blood or bone marrow
Lymph Nodes - Small glands that are part of the immune system and can show signs of cancer spread
Lymphoma - A type of cancer that begins in the lymphatic system
Malignant - A term for cancerous tumours that can grow and spread
Metastasis - When cancer cells spread from the original site to other parts of the body
MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) A scan that uses magnets and radio waves to create detailed body images
Nausea - A sick feeling in the stomach, often caused by cancer or its treatment
Neutropenia - A low level of white blood cells, increasing infection risk
Oncologist - A doctor who specializes in treating cancer
Oncology - The field of medicine focused on cancer treatment and research
Palliative Care - Care that focuses on relieving symptoms and improving quality of life
Pathology - The study of disease through examining tissue,often used to diagnose cancer
PET Scan (Positron Emission Tomography) - An imaging test that shows how tissues and organs are functioning
Port (Port-a-Cath) - A small device place under the skin to make it easier to give treatments like chemo
Prognosis - The likely outcome or course of a disease
Radiation Therapy - Treatment using high - energy rays to kill cancer cells
Recurrence - When cancer returns after treatment
Remission - When signs of cancer are reduced or have disappeared
Resection - Surgical removal of part or all of a tumour
Scan - A general term for imaging tests used to detect or monitor cancer
Side Effects - Unwanted effects caused by cancer or its treatments
Stage - A way to describe how much cancer is in the body and how far it has spread
Staging - The process of finding out the extent of cancer in the body
Stem Cell Transplant - A procedure to replace damaged bone marrow with healthy cells
Survivor - A person who is living with or beyond a cancer diagnosis
Surgery - A treatment to remove cancer or relieve symptoms
Targeted Therapy - Drugs that target specific parts of cancer cells to stop growth
Tumour - A lump or growth that may be benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous)
White blood cells - Cells that help fight infection, often affected by cancer treatments
X-Ray - A basic imaging test that can help detect tumours or other abnormalites