GP Information Flyer Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.About 300 people are diagnosed with sarcoma each year in Ireland – Most GPs will only see 1 sarcoma patient in their entire career About 300 people are diagnosed with sarcoma each year in Ireland, and most GPs will only encounter one sarcoma patient in their entire career. Sarcoma is a rare cancer that develops in the supporting or connective tissues of the body such as muscle, bone, nerves, cartilage, blood vessels, and fat. It accounts for only 1% of all cancers diagnosed, and every person is at equal risk. The most common symptom is a lump that is increasing in size, often mistaken for harmless cysts or lipomas, while non-visible tumours may present as unexplained, recurring pain that is frequently misattributed to muscle strain or sports injuries. Early detection by a GP can significantly improve outcomes. If you would like a PDF version of this flyer—outlining the most common clinical presentations of sarcoma and the clear pathway for referring a patient to the national Sarcoma MDT at St Vincent’s University Hospital in Dublin—please complete the form below with your contact details. By signing up, you’ll receive the flyer straight to your inbox, along with occasional follow-up resources and GP information updates to help you recognise and act quickly on the signs of sarcoma. Your details will be stored securely and used only for these purposes, in full compliance with GDPR. You can opt out at any time. Name *FirstLast Name did hear Email *Where did you hear about us? *Television campaignsRadio advertisementsSocial media postsWord of mouth from friends or familyNews articles or online news websitesEvents or charity runsFlyers or posters in community centersEmails or newsletters from other charitiesInformation from healthcare providersCommunity health talks or seminarsSchool or university outreach programsPartnerships with local businessesFundraising events organized by the charityInformation booths at public eventsArticles in local newspapersFeatures on local radio stationsInformation shared during medical appointmentsWord of mouth from patients or survivorsOnline search enginesWebsite or online presence of the charityMarketing email consentPlease check here to join our email list.By providing your email address, you agree to receive occasional communications from us related to public health awareness and information campaigns. For example, we may contact you with follow-up materials linked to GP information campaigns, updates on early detection initiatives, or invitations to participate in relevant community health events. We respect your privacy and will only use your email address for the stated purposes. Your information will be stored securely, will not be shared with third parties for marketing purposes, and will be processed in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). You can withdraw your consent or update your preferences at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in our emails or by contacting us directly at info@sarcoma.ieSubmit
