New ZealandCancer-fighting cop starts treatmentCancer-fighting Auckland detective Sarah Cato has started treatment to lengthen her life.06 Jun 01:42 AM
New ZealandConcern over proposed cervical screening law changeLegislation being considered would increase access to a national register of women.05 Jun 03:22 AM
New ZealandGlobal cancer rates: How does NZ compare?New Zealand's dismal cancer statistics have been highlighted in a global index.04 Jun 10:58 PM
LifestyleTerminal breast cancer cured: Scientists breakthroughAn injection harvested from her own immune system is being lauded as a breakthrough.04 Jun 09:57 PM
New ZealandDame defied headmistress to pursue career"We are making progress ... But we have still got a long way to go."03 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandQueen's Birthday Honours: Topp twins made DamesThe pair briefly debated whether they should accept the award.03 Jun 05:00 PM
KahuHigh tea held to raise awareness of breast cancerLocal kuia gathered to share their experiences of breast cancer.02 Jun 03:00 AM
KahuWomen with cancer 'failed' by lack of screeningOnly three of 20 DHBs are meeting a target for cervical cancer screening.01 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandAuckland cop starting cancer treatment next monthDetective Sarah Cato has shared some good news about her cancer treatment.29 May 04:14 AM
WorldAI better than doctors at identifying skin cancerStudy pitted doctors against computers to detect malignant melanomas.29 May 03:04 AM
EntertainmentHome and Away star diesVeteran Australian actor played Morag Bellingham, sister of Alf, on the soap.29 May 01:42 AM
New Zealand$80K donated for cop's cancer treatment: 'I will forever be indebted to you'More than $80K has been donated to a detective battling incurable cancer for treatment28 May 11:02 PM
New ZealandDHB apologises to patients after long waits for urgent careOne man died, another lost an eye and a woman missed follow-up after a cardiac arrest.28 May 04:30 AM
AthleticsThe late Dick Quax on cancer and fate: 'Missed by that much!'Dick Quax on fighting cancer, the possible loss of his world record and that famous race.27 May 10:00 PM
LifestyleWoman's final letter before tragic deathVanessa had big plans to "change the world for the better", but tragically died at 36.27 May 03:00 AM
New ZealandNew mum dies just six weeks after cancer diagnosisDiana Sevealii kissed her baby daughter's cheeks before she took her last breath.26 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandStan Walker returns to the stage after health battleIt's been a tough year for the singer, who had his stomach removed last year.25 May 09:43 PM
New ZealandAlmost $30,000 for officer fighting cancerAlmost $30,000 has been donated towards cancer treatment for a West Auckland detective.25 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandNgāpuhi elder Kingi Taurua dies at 80, after cancer battleThe 80-year-old was a huge figure for the northern iwi.24 May 06:52 PM
New ZealandCop calls on Kiwis to help fund cancer treatmentAn Auckland cop battling incurable cancer is trying to raise $130K for treatment.23 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandInterview: Sarah Cato talks drug funding after her cancer diagnosisDetective Sarah Cato, who is diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer, talks about the drug funding. / Greg BowkerWatch23 May 05:00 PM
LifestyleCocooning kids in ultra-clean homes 'could trigger leukaemia'Study finds disease is triggered in vulnerable kids after exposure to common infections.22 May 03:53 AM
New ZealandGround-breaking trial giving families new hopeFamilies like the Abbotts have high hopes for child cancer trial being launched in NZ.21 May 06:00 PM
LifestyleViagra may help treat cancer - researchA combination of Viagra and a flu vaccine could treat cancer, new research suggests.19 May 06:39 PM
New ZealandBowel screening: Almost 10,000 missed9540 people weren't invited for free screening.18 May 01:41 AM
New ZealandPenny Bright's 11-year rates bill standoff resolvedActivist says she had intended to pay once her fight for council transparency was won.17 May 04:25 AM
New ZealandCan dogs really sniff out cancer?Research into scent-detection dogs identifying lung cancer among those to get a grant.16 May 05:00 PM
EntertainmentCrowds fill marae for reggae muso's tangiRoads around Raetihi choked as musicians and others farewell Carl Perkins on Saturday.13 May 06:30 PM
New ZealandGrieving widow: 'It was cancer and we weren't told'Man told of cancer over a year after alarming scan that was never followed up, widow tells11 May 05:00 PM
OpinionThe science of reducing skin cancerSuntan or sunburn – we all respond differently to exposure to the sun.11 May 05:00 PM
EntertainmentFarewell to a Whanganui reggae legendCarl Perkins was a pioneer of his musical genre.10 May 10:00 PM
New ZealandActivist Penny Bright has 'inoperable' cancerThe Aucklander found out yesterday she has stage 3 ovarian cancer.10 May 06:38 AM
New ZealandScientists warn against water machine 'placebo'Scientists are warning against buying a $4000 water machine.10 May 01:30 AM
LifestyleWhy I wore a wedding dress to have chemotherapyOne woman's brave way of coping with chemo treatment.09 May 11:03 PM
