Addressing ‘Financial Toxicity’

Join researchers, healthcare professionals, support organisations, and people with lived experience for an engaging discussion on the financial impact of cancer. Through a panel discussion and facilitated small-group conversations, participants will explore the challenges cancer can create for individuals and families, learn about available support, and share experiences and ideas for reducing financial hardship. This interactive event offers a welcoming space to connect, learn, and contribute to shaping future research and support services. Refreshments will be provided.

Join us at Queen’s University Belfast for an important and supportive conversation exploring the financial impact of cancer. 

This in-person event brings together people living with cancer, their families, healthcare professionals, and support organisations to share experiences, build connections, and explore ways to reduce the financial strain that can accompany a cancer diagnosis. 

Led by Queen’s researchers, the session will highlight emerging research into “financial toxicity” and create space for open, respectful discussion. The event will feature a panel of experts and lived experience representatives, followed by small group conversations where attendees can share insights, learn about available supports, and connect with others who understand. 

This is a welcoming and informal opportunity to feel heard, access support, and contribute to research that aims to improve outcomes for individuals and families affected by cancer. 

Come along and we can raise awareness, strengthen support networks and help drive meaningful change. 

Dr Sophie Mulcahy Symmons & Dr Ngan Tran 

Open to registered attendees. Advance registration is required.

Cancer patients and their families

2/11/2026