New ZealandPatients face long wait times as thousands pay for private colonoscopiesNZ has 110 gastroenterologists, but many regions face shortages.24 Aug 09:01 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleAre marathons and extreme running linked to colon cancer?New York Times: Study links extreme running to higher colon cancer risk in young adults.23 Aug 01:00 AM
TalanoaCaring for her carer: Mum, 91, nursing daughter with terminal cancerMother Maresa Tupuola and daughter Clare Tupuola are now each others' carers.22 Aug 10:00 PM
New Zealand'Grateful to still be alive': Black Cap Blair Tickner and wife, Sarah, on cancer journey'I'm grateful to still move my body, I'm grateful for my family, friends and community.'22 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandFishing and hunting expo: How a young leukaemia survivor is giving backHer family leaned on the Child Cancer Foundation during an 'incredibly tough time'.21 Aug 03:29 AM
EntertainmentBrisbane band's bassist battles stage 4 cancer, claims doctors ignored symptomsJordan Brunoli's bandmates have created a GoFundMe to help with the 29yo's treatment.19 Aug 09:29 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDoctor fears patients may face 'months' on surgery waitlist after funding change'This decision has caused a major disaster - almost - for people with skin cancer.'17 Aug 10:12 PM
Lifestyle'No words to describe how painful it is': Mum remembers son on what would have been his 8th birthdayCaiden MacGibbon was diagnosed with inoperable brain cancer in 2022 and died in Nov 2024.17 Aug 07:54 PM
LifestyleThe Kiwi boy who loved Bluey: 7-year-old Caiden MacGibbon rememberedCaiden MacGibbon passed away on November 20, 2024. Today would have been his 8th birthday. Video / Carson BluckWatch17 Aug 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: More work needed to raise bowel cancer screening awareness OPINION: Figures are alarming as NZ has one of the world's highest rates.15 Aug 05:00 PM
WorldCambridge grad dies after refusing chemo; mother blamed by siblingsKate Shemirani delayed calling emergency services, blaming doctors for daughter’s death.14 Aug 11:22 PM
Entertainment'My hair is falling out': Jessie J on breast cancer surgery challengesThe British pop star faces further surgery after cancer complications.13 Aug 11:15 PM
New Zealand'It could be a lifesaver': Cancer survivor's message as home screening rate dropsLakes' participation rate in home screening for NZ's second deadliest cancer is down.13 Aug 09:27 PM
New Zealand'Wasted resources': Almost half of bowel screening kits not used in BoP'So many people under the age of 60 ... are screaming out to have those kits.'11 Aug 06:02 PM
New Zealand'Deficiencies in care': Man died after a series of missed opportunities to diagnose cancerHDC: 'The responsibility for the deficiencies in care lay with Health NZ.'11 Aug 02:00 AM
EntertainmentKiwi radio host shares candid update amid cancer battleMel Homer is undergoing aggressive chemotherapy treatment for acute myeloid leukaemia. 10 Aug 11:27 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleWoman shares how she discovered her partner's affair, while her sister was dyingIn the wake of the Coldplay kisscam saga, a Herald reader shares her story of betrayal.10 Aug 10:33 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionCecilia RobinsonCecilia Robinson: Why NZ's HPV self-testing rollout is failing womenCervical cancer prevention has been hindered by poor implementation and a lack of urgency.09 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Everyone around you is dying': Heartbreak as both parents battle cancer 'Dad doesn't talk much now. He thinks it's the last time he's gonna see Mum,' son says.08 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Heartbreakingly terminal': Family's plea as both parents fight cancerA Givealittle page has been set up to help ease financial pressures.08 Aug 12:00 AM
EntertainmentKelly Clarkson's ex-husband Brandon Blackstock diesKelly Clarkson postponed her Vegas shows to support their children.07 Aug 10:08 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldEven Hiroshima’s pacifist cause is losing believers New York Times: Some Japanese think that peace for peace’s sake is no longer enough.07 Aug 08:00 PM
WorldMalaysian tycoon pleads guilty in Singapore to abetting obstruction of justiceHis lawyers requested a fine instead of jail time due to his serious health issues.04 Aug 08:21 PM
New ZealandRotorua woman honours late uncle, cousin with Run the Forest tributeThe event on August 9 has had a record early sell-out with 4500 participants.02 Aug 02:17 AM
New Zealand'Really?': Hospital smokers frustrate cancer treatment visitorsDespite smokefree signs, smoking and vaping are common at Rotorua Hospital's entrance.31 Jul 08:29 PM
EntertainmentHulk Hogan's secret health battle revealedThe cause behind the unexpected death of the wrestling legend has been announced.31 Jul 07:04 PM
New Zealand'Rare soul': Auckland teacher dies after bowel cancer fightAimee-Rose Yates was diagnosed with Stage 4 metastatic bowel cancer in 2022.29 Jul 06:54 AM
LifestyleOpinion: How exercise and diet can stave off heart diseaseAim for 150 minutes of aerobic exercise and two strength sessions weekly.29 Jul 03:32 AM
New ZealandBold, colourful and a good cause: Hastings' new event aims to attract 1000 peopleCancer Society Hawke's Bay hopes the community event will grow in popularity each year.28 Jul 10:24 PM
New ZealandWhy Auckland's new hysteroscopy service is a game changer for womenPatients can have assessment and procedure in one visit.26 Jul 04:23 AM
New ZealandChristchurch paramedic's warning after bladder cancer diagnosisThe young father was diagnosed with a rare cancer, which typically affects older people.25 Jul 04:36 AM
Black FernsFormer Black Fern battles stage 4 cancerCheryl Waaka remembers the day her life was changed forever.24 Jul 09:59 PM
New Zealand'Stop your medicinal cannabis': Dr warns it could block cancer immunotherapyThe NZ Medical Journal warns cannabis may stop cancer immunotherapy from working24 Jul 07:55 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldNon-smokers: A new face of lung cancer patientsNew York Times: About 10-25% of lung cancers now occur in people who have never smoked. 22 Jul 11:49 PM
