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Cancer Society urges Government to stop the repeal of Aotearoa’s smokefree laws

The Cancer Society is extremely disappointed the new Government has agreed to repeal world-leading smokefree laws in its first 100 days in office.

Longest Day Golf Challenge – Teeing off for a great cause

The Cancer Society is excited to launch this year’s Longest Day Golf Challenge, which raises essential funds to support people affected by cancer.

Research into pre- and post-cancer treatment care given funding boost

Investigations into what can be done for cancer patients before and after cancer treatment to improve health outcomes is the focus of two of seven new research projects to receive Cancer Society funding.

New Cancer Society of New Zealand President appointed

Auckland-based economist Julian Grennell has been appointed as the new President and Chairman of the Cancer Society of New Zealand.

Strong public support for alcohol policy action

There is considerable support from New Zealanders for government to take policy action to reduce people’s exposure to alcohol and dietary cancer risk factors in their environment, new research from the University of Otago shows.

First Guest Arrives at the Newly Opened Canterbury Cancer Centre in Christchurch

The Canterbury Cancer Centre is thrilled to announce the arrival of our first guest, Nick Farr. Nick has travelled from his Tākaka home in the Nelson Tasman region to undertake his cancer treatment in Christchurch.

Cancer Society WOWed by artwork

The Cancer Society of New Zealand was wowed by Auckland artist Oliver Cain’s entry into this year’s World of WearableArt (WOW) Awards.

Community Day for Canterbury Cancer Centre to be held on Saturday, September 30

The Cancer Society is pleased to announce its upcoming Canterbury Cancer Centre Community Day scheduled for Saturday, September 30th, from 10am to 2pm.

HPV self-test a powerful tool for increasing NZ cervical screening rates

The new human papilloma virus (HPV) self-test being rolled out this week in Aotearoa/New Zealand is “a powerful tool for increasing screening rates”, according to a researcher who has for the past seven years worked on Kaupapa Māori and Māori-led projects related to HPV self-testing.

Cancer Society calls for free cervical screening for all

The Cancer Society is calling for a full roll out of free cervical screening for all people eligible for screening to help eliminate cervical cancer in New Zealand.