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Faster cancer treatment measure slips; patients 'deserve better'
Health NZ "acknowledges the challenging situation some people may be facing with delays."
'Everything has changed': Blues star on life after cancer
The Blues player and his partner say they’re stronger than ever.
Increase in patients at new chemotherapy unit
'We now have five Whanganui staff members trained to provide treatment.'
The seven worst foods for prostate health
Telegraph: How can you adapt your diet to mitigate the risk of prostate cancer?
'Rough, rough time': Cancer puts strain on Princess Kate's health
As Kate slowly returns to the spotlight, sad new details from behind the scenes emerge.
Sad about cancelled fashion week? No problem: Taupō has a quirky alternative
The event is part of Lake Taupō Hospice’s annual fundraiser.
'Brutal': Sam Neill reveals reality of cancer treatment
The actor underwent chemotherapy after his 2022 cancer diagnosis.
Far North news in brief: Track closure extended, Daffodil Day, education hui and flood plan
News snippets from around the Far North.
There’s a ticking time bomb in my head. I’m learning to live with it
Young mum fighting cancer reveals 'survival is only half the battle'.
Opinion: Is cancer going to kill me or will my private health insurance save me?
OPINION: Is cancer going to kill me or will my private health insurance save me?
Kids 'painted on damaged asbestos panels' at unnamed school
Documents reveal ‘widespread non-compliance’ over asbestos in schools.
'This is democracy manifest!' Viral Australian internet star dead at 82
Jack Karlson was the man behind one of Australia's most iconic memes.
Letters: Study history to improve our education standards
OPINION: 'All New Zealand children should have access to music education.'
I’m an oncologist. Here’s what I do to reduce my own cancer risk
OPINION: Five tips from an expert who's also had very personal experiences with cancer.
Govt’s pre-Budget lack of action on cancer drugs, scramble after backlash revealed
National had promised to fund 13 cancer drugs but there was no sign of it in Budget 2024
Health NZ backtracks on early free access to 'miracle' cancer drug
Early access to the drug could make a significant difference in some patients' survival.
Health NZ blocks early free access to 'miracle' cancer drug
Early access to the drug could make a significant difference in some patients' survival.
‘I apologise to patients every day’: Northlanders suffer as health crisis takes hold
Patients are being misdiagnosed, face hours of travel for treatment or can't see a GP.
How cancer can lead to positive life changes
A cancer diagnosis can be devastating, but research shows the positive side.
Healthy 38yo's 'flu-like' symptoms were signs of stage 4 cancer
Marathon runner and TikTok exec: 'I had no idea that those could be symptoms of cancer.'
Watch: 6yo Kiwi with incurable cancer gifted dream trip
Caiden MacGibbon, 6, has incurable brain cancer - and his dream is to meet Bluey.
Auckland 6yo Caiden MacGibbon gets his dream trip to Bluey’s World
Diagnosed with inoperable brain cancer in 2022, 6yo Caiden fell in love with the cartoon Bluey’s World while in Starship gets his dream trip to Bluey’s World. Video | Carson Bluck
Did you hear about the new way we're checking for cervical cancer?
The way we check for cervical cancer has changed. Here's what you need to know.
'This is democracy manifest!': Viral star reveals devastating news
'What is the charge? Eating a meal, a succulent Chinese meal?'
Auckland cancer patient pays $45k just to have medication administered
Allowing unfunded drugs to be taken in public hospitals not on the agenda, Govt confirmed.
Family of 6yo Auckland boy with brain cancer's plea for bucket list help
Caiden fell in love with Bluey while in Starship hospital - now, his dream is to meet her.
'Sense of betrayal': Young mum with cancer spends house deposit on private care
She estimates it has saved her about seven months in delays.
'Unacceptable': Man not informed of suspected cancer for four months
Health NZ said it had made changes since the complaint was made.
A drug that can extend your life by 25%? Beware the hype
OPINION: If only there was a simple way to defy the ravages of time.
'Absolutely shocked': He had no symptoms. Then he was diagnosed with cancer
'It is a serious business – there are people dying from it.'
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Watch: PM Christopher Luxon speaks after Manukau SuperClinic visit
The Prime Minister spoke to the media following a tour of the Manukau SuperClinic.
'Super grateful': Tori Spelling's touching Shannen Doherty tribute
'I guess she made you believe that she was the one that would make it.'
Andrew Little: Health reform shouldn’t be this bad. Or this hard
OPINION: The appointment of a Health NZ commissioner doesn't fix issues of funding.