LifestyleHow exercise lowers cancer riskNew evidence shows that exercise itself protects our bodies against cancer in complex ways.12 Jul 05:00 AM
New ZealandGP filed elevated prostate test as 'normal'A man in his 60s, whose elevated prostate test result was overlooked by his GP for two years, has terminal cancer, according to a report issued today.11 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandAuckland mum of four loses battle with rare cancerHibiscus coast hairdresser Melissa Galley lost her battle with a cancer that began in a nerve in the back of her nose -- called olfactory esthesioneuroblastoma.11 Jul 01:47 AM
LifestyleStatins 'cut death rates for four most common cancers'The discovery will add to calls for the cholesterol-lowering pills to be routinely used in cancer treatment.09 Jul 11:00 PM
LifestyleNipple tattoos raise the braA breast cancer survivor who's providing fake nipples for other patients.09 Jul 05:00 PM
LifestyleCancer may be tested like pregnancyScientists are developing a low-cost strip that can detect cancer and heart disease, and works in a similar way to a pregnancy test.06 Jul 11:48 PM
SportRugby player battling rare form of cancerUto Enosi Tuipulotu came to Akaroa to support his family back in Tonga, but now is in Christchurch Hospital battling a rare form of cancer.06 Jul 08:00 PM
LifestyleOtago research reveals vaping risksResearchers at Otago University have found that electronic cigarettes pose potential health risks to users.04 Jul 05:30 PM
WorldAirport security 'bashed disabled teen'A disabled teen was trying to fly home after her final brain cancer treatment - but was left bloodied and bruised by airport security, a lawsuit says.03 Jul 07:57 PM
New Zealand'This is all about you'Maria Marama is fighting for her life. She has breast cancer. She has good days, and bad days. Thursday was a good day. What happened on Thursday?02 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandCancer drug plan eases stressCancer patient Leisa Renwick can avoid the potential stress and uncertainty of the high-cost melanoma drug change after new funding plans.28 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandWatch NZ Herald Focus: 2 missing Christchurch boysThere are concerns for the safety to two 12 year old Christchurch boys who have been missing since yesterday morning. Richard Beven a former Wanaka Lakes Health Centre manager is convicted of stealing 730 thousand dollars. Watch27 Jun 06:35 PM
New ZealandWomen worst off for cancer from drinkAround 20 New Zealand women die each year from breast cancer linked to consuming no more than two alcoholic drinks a day on average, a study has found.27 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandSkyla's flying dream set to come trueA 5-year-old cancer battler's dream of flying in a helicopter could soon come true, thanks to an Auckland pilot.27 Jun 04:36 AM
New ZealandDrug find 'incredible' says gene carrierFor 27-year-old Tessa Hopson, finding out medication may prevent breast cancer was "incredible".21 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: NZ Herald Focus: Breast cancer breakthoughA Kiwi researcher has helped discover that an existing medication might prevent breast cancer in women carrying a faulty gene. Donald Trump in turmoil after he sacks campaign manager, Corey Lewandowski. And it’s the shortest day of the year and weather watchers are anticipating potentially record-breaking temperatures across the country.Watch20 Jun 06:52 PM
New Zealand'Holy grail' of breast cancer preventionKiwi researcher helps discovers drug that could counter faulty gene.20 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandNew 'dos for brave dudesJock Davies looks like any other sports-mad Kiwi kid, but behind his youthful grin is courage aplenty.20 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandBreast cancer hopeResearchers, including Kiwi PhD student Emma Nolan, at the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute in Melbourne have discovered that an existing medication might prevent breast cancer in women carrying a faulty geneWatch20 Jun 07:24 AM
New ZealandHomeless cancer teen finds new homeThe girl's plight came to light after she shared her story on Facebook.19 Jun 11:47 PM
New ZealandActivist faces her biggest health battleLong-time patient advocate Lynda Williams faces her biggest health battle - terminal pancreatic cancer.19 Jun 05:00 PM
Lifestyle'There's no magic bullet'Health experts have warned New Zealanders battling cancer against relying on expensive, unproven treatments at offshore clinics.19 Jun 06:40 AM
New ZealandCancer mates meet againThe last time 11-year-old Auckland schoolboy Harris Barfoot saw his friend James Slyfield they were both in Starship hospital battling leukaemia.14 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandThe war against our biggest killerDespite billions of dollars worth of research by tens of thousands of leading scientists, cancer still remains one of the world's biggest killers.10 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'A cry for respect . . . and justice'Tomorrow marks the first anniversary of the death of assisted dying campaigner Lecretia Seales. Her husband writes about her legacy and life without her.03 Jun 05:00 PM
Lifestyle'She wanted to live for her boys' - DadJessica Trotter was pregnant with her second child when she received the bad news.02 Jun 03:40 AM
LifestyleAmanda Billing gets artistic for appealAmanda Billing is unleashing her artistic side to raise awareness about bowel cancer - the disease that took the life of one of her closest friends.28 May 05:00 PM
LifestyleDisgraced blogger may be forced to publicly apologiseDisgraced blogger Belle Gibson could be forced to publicly apologise for claiming to have cured her terminal cancer with healthy food and natural therapies.28 May 12:00 AM
New ZealandBrave mum was one 'in a zillion'An Air NZ hostess who went public about her courageous fight for international cancer treatment has been remembered as a devoted mother of three and beloved colleague.27 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandThe mum who fought for more timeAir NZ hostess Amanda Ferreira made headlines last year when she went public with her cancer fight. She died this week, with her family saluting her bravery.26 May 09:43 PM
WorldWatch: Liver cancer explainedSource: Institute for Cancer Genetics and InformaticsWatch26 May 08:30 PM
New ZealandCancer mum: 'I'm living each day the best I can'After more than a year fighting non-Hodgkin lymphoma, West Auckland mum Lichelle Tanner has been told her cancer is untreatable.22 May 05:00 PM
