Passing of Professor Fred Given

It is with deep sadness that we must announce the passing of the charity’s founder Professor Fred Given. A champion of research Fred was ahead of his time.

Chairperson of the National Breast Cancer Research Institute, Caroline Loughnane said; “It was with deep sadness that I learnt of the passing of our founder, Professor Fred Given. Fred was a visionary in the field of breast cancer research and, seeing the need for more comprehensive research, in 1991 he founded the National Breast Cancer Research Institute to increase awareness, improve access to treatment and conduct international class research intobreast cancer. Fred’s legacy will live on in the ground-breaking research he instigated, now such an important part of the work at Galway University Hospital and the University of Galway. My sincere condolences to Kathryn and family.”

The National Breast Cancer Research Institute wish to extend our deepest sympathy to his wife Kathryn, family and friends.

May He Rest in Peace.

“The Solution To Breast Cancer Is Within Our Reach. Continued Research Is Imperative To Put It Within Our Grasp.” – Prof Fred Given 1991

Funeral Details Here