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Although Christmas can be a joyful time of reconnecting with family and friends, it can be stressful for those affected by cancer. Here are a few useful tips to help you navigate the season.
Read more ›Betty’s volunteering record with the Cancer Society began a couple of years before 22 August 1990, the date of the very first Daffodil Day in New Zealand.
Read more ›Skin cancer is the most common cancer diagnosed in New Zealand, do you know how to protect yourself?
Read more ›Nelson and Tasman residents now have a means to keep skin cancer in check thanks to the generosity of one man.
Read more ›The latest UMR Research Poll shows that support for a sugary drinks levy in New Zealand is at an all-time high
Read more ›Catherine Drummond’s current research is funded by the Cancer Society and looks at putting the brakes on cancer by finding ways to stop a molecule called Δ133p53β.
Read more ›Today’s announcement of funding towards providing accommodation and transport for cancer patients is being welcomed by the Cancer Society.
Read more ›“The Government was right to progress this legislation before the election and we congratulate Minister Salesa for her dedication and mahi in this area,” Nahu says.
Read more ›Cancer Society Medical Director and Oncologist Dr Chris Jackson says swift action is needed to address cancer diagnosis that could not be performed during lockdown.
Read more ›Thanks to a generous grant from Dry July NZ, we have been able to furnish our rooms with new beds for our guests - all ready for when we reopen.
Read more ›Tobacco is still harming our communities. This World Smokefree Day, we want to draw attention to the thousands of places you can buy tobacco.
Read more ›“There were no takeaways, flat whites or fresh-baked pies. No new magazines to read. No haircuts to be had. Lockdown level 4 was reduced to essentials only. Such as cigarettes…”
Read more ›This year we're celebrating 30 years of New Zealanders coming together for Daffodil Day – and celebrating the many volunteers and supporters who work tirelessly year after year to make our work possible. Thank you. Take a look back at some Daffodil Day highlights here!
Read more ›Annika is 9 years old and is passionate about helping people with cancer. Not only did she grow her hair long to donate to people living with cancer, her and her brother also raised money at school.
Read more ›Robin and Feriel have been supporting the Cancer Society for over 16 years. They have shared their reasons for leaving a gift in their Wills
Read more ›Last Waitangi Day, our Marlborough office was significantly damaged by a fire. This was especially heartbreaking as, after 15 years in that location, we had just completed renovations to provide a better service for our clients.
Read more ›Linda Wong, Cancer Society Wairarapa Executive Board Member of 10 years received a Masterton District Council civic award in February for her services to the Cancer Society and cancer community.
Read more ›The world has changed a lot in the past few weeks. Thankfully, we're still here and these are our top 10 tips for cancer patients during the COVID crisis.
Read more ›Our supportive care team of nurses and counsellors are continuing their support services from their home offices. One of the great resources still available is the CancerChatNZ forum.
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