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Man breaststrokes length of Lake Taupō
Darwin man Michael Wells is the first person to breaststroke the length of Lake Taupō.
6-year-old Nora loses her battle with cancer after raising $200k for experimental treatment
A six-year-old Canterbury girl who went to the US for lifesaving treatment has died.
Cancer fight: Why Charles Sturt won't accept public help to live longer
"In his illness, he is still thinking about the community. That's the measure of the man."
'What's that bloody thing on your face? It looks like a cancer'
Eagle-eyed broadcaster brought to tears after saving friend's life.
Cancer fraudster Belle Gibson's rude awakening
This morning the cancer con artist Belle Gibson got a reality check.
Immune cell which kills most cancers discovered by accident
A new type of immune cell could herald a major breakthrough in treatment.
'It's given me so much hope': Breast-cancer drug deal announced
The Government's drug-buying agency says Ibrance could be in the patients' hands in April.
Cancer frontiers: Five breakthrough areas to watch in the 2020s
From immunotherapy to genomics, the 2020s are set to bring more big cancer breakthroughs.
Call for action on firefighter cancer law change
Firefighters say they're missing support when they need it most.
'It's not fair': Teen dies from leukaemia after transplant from sister
Chantal Stallard, 19, died after a desperate stem cell donation from her little sister.
Listen: Simon Barnett's emotional moment with his wife on-air
"Jodi, I just want to say that I love you very much sweetheart": Broadcaster tells wife.
Drop bowel cancer screening age: Nats
The Ministry of Health is considering the change but no decision has been made.
Our Hero of 2019: Cancer battler Blair Vining
"It's really lovely people still have him in their thoughts," says Blair's wife, Melissa.
The courage of a nation: Heroes emerge from tragedies bookending the year
New Zealanders have performed significant selfless acts in 2019.
Letters: Mammogram 'scam'
Mammogram 'scam' is killing women who drew the short straw in the breast density lottery.
From Egg Boy to Ihumātao: Cast your vote for the Herald's Our Heroes 2019
Vote for your top choice in Our Heroes 2019.
Blair Vining's 'tireless advocacy' recognised
The Prime Minister acknowledged his campaigning efforts as the agency opened.
Noiseworks guitarist Stuart 'Chet' Fraser dead
Noiseworks guitarist has died after a three-year lung cancer battle.
A third of kids are vaping - principals
Schools and health groups call for quick action against vaping.
'Too healthy for cancer': Mum's fight for life after doctor dismissed lump
Her healthy lifestyle led doctors to believe she had a low chance of having breast cancer.
One in 36 million: Bone marrow giving Jesse a chance some don't get
Jesse Whare is one of the lucky ones - she has a match. Others are still waiting.
TV star's heartbreak over brother's bowel cancer death
"He fought to the end. It was a privilege to hold his hand, to tell him it was okay."
Whangārei businessman Keith Andrews to be farewelled
Whangārei's Keith Andrews is being remembered today after dying aged 65.
Growing human brain cells gets $16m boost
Brain researchers will never have to wash cars to raise money again.
'Parents are not supposed to have cancer': Facebook boss on life with an incurable diagnosis
Telegraph: Facebook boss Nicola Mendelsohn on why giving up work is not an options.
Multimillion-dollar Cancer Wellness Centre project put on hold
Cancer Society presses pause on centre planned for Orchard Rd near Hawke's Bay Hospital.
Cancer support centre to open after huge community input
Kāpiti has come together to help meet the need for more cancer support in the community.
Lung cancer genetic mutation screening could save lives - doctors
Lives needlessly cut short because there's no universal testing for type of lung cancer.
Cancer shame: Concerns raised about funding shortfalls
Funding shortfalls could prevent New Zealand's new cancer agency from lift off.
Abolishing postcode cancer care 'absolutely achievable', new boss tells
Diana Sarfati has possibly the toughest job in New Zealand.
'I'll keep on fighting': NZ man selling belongings to pay for cancer treatment
The Auckland man is selling all his possessions in a last-ditch attempt for survival.
Holes in quality cancer care are 'embarrassing', health minister says
Terminally ill woman reveals her chance to fight was taken away from her.