New ZealandMan who waited 12 weeks for urgent colonoscopy given terminal prognosis over the phoneThe man, in his 70s, was distressed at not receiving the devastating news in person.16 Oct 01:00 AM
EntertainmentHollywood star dead after two-decade battleAfter battling aggressive breast cancer for 23 years, the star has passed away.15 Oct 08:11 PM
New Zealand'Stretched beyond their limits': How worried should we be about medical mishaps?When doctors make mistakes, the consequences can be grave.15 Oct 04:00 PM
EntertainmentFashion icons release Tees for a Cure collectionFill up your Christmas stockings early and get behind the Summer Tees for a Cure campaign.14 Oct 04:00 PM
EntertainmentThe hottest spots in town: Three A-list chefs opening new eateriesChef Josh Emett and wife Helen have been hard at work with their team this week.14 Oct 04:00 PM
LifestyleEight questions to ask after a cancer diagnosisAsking the right questions is key to ensuring you are getting the best care.14 Oct 01:41 AM
EntertainmentTopp Twins’ courage: ‘We’re doing the best we can’Fighting cancer together, our national treasures share their bond is stronger than ever.13 Oct 05:00 PM
New ZealandRecord demand for Cancer Society Hamilton accommodationMarathon in a Month fundraiser to help lodge keep up with surge in demand for services.13 Oct 03:17 AM
LifestyleKiwi breast cancer survivor's plea: 'Cancer doesn't have to mean the end'Karen Roscoe was diagnosed with breast cancer after her first ever free mammogram.10 Oct 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandLong tail of asbestos: Carpenter diagnosed with cancer after work at Carrington HospitalRod Heywood says the asbestos risk would also be high at the Chateau and the St James.09 Oct 08:12 PM
KahuHealth advocate’s countrywide journey to discuss Pharmac fundingPatient Voice Aotearoa’s My Life Matters Roadshow called for change.09 Oct 05:23 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionIn open letter, cancer patients call for Pharmac CEO to resign over Rachel Smalley emailsFamilies affected by cancer believe CEO and chairman of Pharmac need to step down.09 Oct 01:10 AM
Kahu'We can save lives': Survivor pushes for more breast cancer screeningStatistics show Māori are 35 per cent more likely to be diagnosed with breast cancer.08 Oct 11:02 PM
New ZealandCancer patient caught up in five months of tests with no treatment blasts ‘underfunded health system’"I will more than likely die now because of this, and that’s a simple fact."08 Oct 04:00 PM
LifestyleA single mum's inspiring journey with stage 3 cancerEmma Consedine sees the blessings that have come with her diagnosis.07 Oct 05:00 PM
New ZealandCancer nurse's shock diagnosis and the promise between friends that may have saved her lifeEmily Grant has spent the past 10 years looking after those with cancer.07 Oct 03:29 AM
New ZealandFocus: Young mum's breast cancer warningEmily Grant shares her story to encourage other women to get lumps checked. Video / Dean PurcellWatch06 Oct 05:31 AM
New Zealand'I do not know how I will cope': Jodi Barnett farewelled at moving serviceHusband Simon gives a heartfelt, eloquent tribute to his wife.06 Oct 03:34 AM
Sport'He inspired generations': Sporting legend dies after cancer battleJason Wynyard was diagnosed with a rare, aggressive form of cancer in May.04 Oct 03:05 AM
SportKiwi wood-chopping great Jason Wynyard dies after cancer battleJason Wynyard was diagnosed with a rare, aggressive form of cancer in May.04 Oct 01:57 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleI was exhausted and was told I had low iron – but it was cancerTelegraph: Emily Georghiou knew something wasn't right. Doctors wouldn't listen.03 Oct 08:07 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHow to talk about death: Former hospice nurse's advice on facing 'the inevitable'"The only way to get to those deeper levels is to have those deep conversations."03 Oct 05:00 PM
Opinion‘Merchants of Doubt’ try to downplay true health cost of alcoholNathan Cowie says alcohol is a major health risk, contrary to industry claims.03 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'It saved my life': Breast cancer survivor calls for extended screening age'Extend the age up for our kuia and lower it for our wāhine,' Kirihi Murray says.03 Oct 12:08 AM
LifestyleBreast cancer: How to recognise the crucial signsFrom shape changes to skin rashes, you may not be aware of the more unusual symptoms.01 Oct 08:05 PM
LifestyleKiwi woman’s horror over misdiagnosed 6.4kg tumour: ‘I saved my own life’Band vocalist Denise Hyde reveals how forking out $280 led her to a shocking discovery.30 Sep 05:01 PM
New ZealandMum who lost toddler to child cancer speaks of ‘hole that cannot be filled’Little Amelia Schroeter was 15 months old when she passed away from the illness.29 Sep 11:32 PM
New Zealand'I just don’t want to live in a world without Mum'Radio and TV star Simon Barnett’s wife Jodi has battled brain cancer for more than five years but doctors have now given her just weeks to live. Video / NZ HeraldWatch29 Sep 04:00 PM
KahuFundraiser for teen cancer kid in Kerikeri on SaturdayA day later would have been catastrophic for Julius Webb, doctors said.25 Sep 10:20 PM
New ZealandNational will consider free cervical cancer screening policyLabour, the Greens, NZ First and TOP all support free screening.25 Sep 02:07 AM
New ZealandWoman dies of cancer four weeks after visit to GP who failed to examine herThe woman presented to a second GP unable to swallow and so ill she couldn't speak.25 Sep 01:00 AM
LifestyleWoman's shock after discovering her 'bug bites' were cancerThe 35-year-old woman has had cancer removed nine times since her first diagnosis.24 Sep 08:52 PM
New Zealand'This saved my life': Cancer survivor urges men over 50 to get simple testHe said a simple PSA blood test saved his life and more men should get checked.23 Sep 07:00 PM
New ZealandHer smear tests were misread. She now has Stage 4 cancerPippa's slides were misread in 2017 and 2020, allowing cancer to develop undetected.22 Sep 05:00 PM
