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Eleven year old without mum this Christmas
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Study claims 'spiritual care' important in cancer treatment
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Two cancer patients: She gets treatment funded, he doesn't
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Australian expert believes Kiwi melanoma rate may be dropping
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A son diagnosed with cancer is still loved by his mother despite harrowing assault.
Kiwi study could aid new weapon against cancer
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Tragic twist for boy who raised money for cancer
3 years ago Kiwi boy raised nearly $2000 for charity, now he's been diagnosed with cancer.
Man with testicular cancer suffers two-month delay for treatment
Doctor in breach for mistaking lump in testicle for a cyst.
Newly crowned beauty queen to use title to push sun safety, cancer message
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Northland cancer sufferer makes doco to push for drug subsidy
A Northland mum is fighting for government subsidies for cancer treatment drugs.
Pink galore at Auckland breast cancer fundraiser
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Kiwis encouraged to be sun smart to help prevent skin cancer.
A University of Otago study has found only a few people are practicing sun safety.
Breast cancer petitioners urge Pharmac review
Health Minister David Clark has asked for advice on an early access scheme.
Final stretch for Kiwi father's lifesaving treatment
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Cancer trial offers hope of precious extra time
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Husband and wife diagnosed with breast cancer
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Cancer drug brings Kiwi woman 'back from the dead'
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Grieving widow sues after not one but two 'stuff-ups'
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