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Half of people with severe bowel cancer not getting urgent referral
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Toddler diagnosed with ovarian cancer
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Few can measure up to Brumbies Christian Lealiifano's comeback.
NZ study helps doctors predict best treatment for breast cancer patients
New Zealand research could help save the lives of breast cancer patients around the world.
Cancer con artist on lavish 5-week holiday, still owes $400k
The cancer con artist who faked terminal diagnosis is confronted at Melbourne airport.
'She was an angel': Cancer takes 'beautiful little girl'
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Sadness for Joy over cancellation of Relay For Life
Cancer survivor disappointed at lack of support for Relay For Life
People strip off for nude ocean swim
Radio show host Brian Kelly is taking his clothes off for a cause.
Acclaimed writer and filmmaker Peter Wells dies
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Should breast cancer screening start at 35?
COMMENT: Research shows reducing the age for free mammograms to 35 could save lives.
Breast cancer patients die while waiting for life-saving drugs
Women dying of breast cancer will be share their stories with MPs next month.
'As thick as thieves': Daughter shaves head to support dad in cancer battle
Kerry is battling multiple myeloma but isn't the type to curl up in a ball over it.
Niki Bezzant: Fruit and veges could save your life
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'RIP mate - loved watching your show' - Kiwis pay tribute to Cocksy
John 'Cocksy' Cocks, 52, died yesterday after battling kidney cancer.
Jake Bailey column: Gratitude for life a pleasure to carry
Comment: Last week it was three years since I was announced in remission from cancer.
Niki Bezzant: Should we stop drinking water?
Comment: Nitrates could be contributing to New Zealand's very high rate of bowel cancer.
Ladyhawke reveals cancer battle
Ladyhawke compelled to speak about her experience in a warning to others.
National cancer agency wanted to halt 'lottery'
Mortality rates from emergency surgery varied "extensively" between DHBs, expert tells.
Kiwi toddler keeps smiling through cancer battle
Family fundraise as little Grayson relapses.
Dying father speaks out about failing health system
"It's ridiculous that DHBs operate separately without any national standard," says expert.
Sunscreen wars: Cancer Society disputes testing results
Cancer Society wants independent re-testing of sunscreen after results disputed.
Study: Breast cancer 'deadlier in young mums'
Breast cancer in young womenmore likely to be fatal if it occurs after they've had a baby.
Sun safety experts recommend daily sunscreen application
Applying sunscreen should be part of your morning routine, say experts.