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Global cancer rates: How does NZ compare?
New Zealand's dismal cancer statistics have been highlighted in a global index.
New Zealand's dismal cancer statistics have been highlighted in a global index.
An injection harvested from her own immune system is being lauded as a breakthrough.
"We are making progress ... But we have still got a long way to go."
The pair briefly debated whether they should accept the award.
Local kuia gathered to share their experiences of breast cancer.
Only three of 20 DHBs are meeting a target for cervical cancer screening.
Detective Sarah Cato has shared some good news about her cancer treatment.
Study pitted doctors against computers to detect malignant melanomas.
Veteran Australian actor played Morag Bellingham, sister of Alf, on the soap.
Dick Quax on fighting cancer, the possible loss of his world record and that famous race.
Vanessa had big plans to "change the world for the better", but tragically died at 36.
Diana Sevealii kissed her baby daughter's cheeks before she took her last breath.
It's been a tough year for the singer, who had his stomach removed last year.
Almost $30,000 has been donated towards cancer treatment for a West Auckland detective.
The 80-year-old was a huge figure for the northern iwi.
An Auckland cop battling incurable cancer is trying to raise $130K for treatment.
Detective Sarah Cato, who is diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer, talks about the drug funding. / Greg Bowker
Study finds disease is triggered in vulnerable kids after exposure to common infections.
9540 people weren't invited for free screening.
Activist says she had intended to pay once her fight for council transparency was won.
Research into scent-detection dogs identifying lung cancer among those to get a grant.
Roads around Raetihi choked as musicians and others farewell Carl Perkins on Saturday.
Suntan or sunburn – we all respond differently to exposure to the sun.
Man told of cancer over a year after alarming scan that was never followed up, widow tells
The Aucklander found out yesterday she has stage 3 ovarian cancer.
Scientists are warning against buying a $4000 water machine.
One woman's brave way of coping with chemo treatment.
Renowned chemist humbled to be joining a fellowship that includes her childhood heroes.
More than 23,000 New Zealanders are diagnosed with cancer every year.