New ZealandTears over principal's shock resignationThere were tears at a Dunedin private school yesterday as principal Melissa Bell, who last year recovered from aggressive breast cancer, announced her resignation.25 Mar 09:50 PM
LifestyleBare-skin selfies stir Kiwi womenThe no-makeup-selfie hashtag that went viral in the UK has arrived in New Zealand, with at least one cancer organisation riding on the coat-tails of its success.23 Mar 06:55 PM
LifestyleDying volunteer kept condition to herselfA woman who died of cancer this week had volunteered with the Breast Cancer Foundation without telling people about her condition. Jenna Slaven, 27, was farewelled yesterday in Auckland.22 Mar 03:15 PM
LifestyleDoctor in training - aged 11Young cancer survivor Samir Azizi has learned so much about his disease he plans to be an oncologist. At just 11, he is already being asked by hospital staff to explain procedures to young patients.22 Mar 03:15 PM
Lifestyle'No make-up selfie' trend raises $1.9m for cancer researchThe "no make-up selfie" trend has helped charity Cancer Research UK raise more than £1 million through 800,000 text donations since yesterday.21 Mar 04:31 AM
OpinionGareth Morgan and Geoff Simmons: Bowel cancer scourge can be beatenPoor old bowel cancer has struggled to grab headlines for many years, write Gareth Morgan and Geoff Simmons.18 Mar 04:30 PM
LifestyleGrieving mum pleads for jewellery returnThe mother of a little girl who died of cancer is pleading for the return of jewellery crafted in her memory.18 Mar 03:15 PM
WorldWoman fools son, 6, into thinking he has cancerA woman has been arrested after she allegedly claimed her son had cancer in order to dupe fundraisers and use money she was given to visit Disneyland.18 Mar 01:47 AM
LifestyleBowel screening diagnose cancer with no symptomsThe early detection of 129 bowel cancer cases in a pilot screening programme makes a compelling case for an urgent nationwide roll-out.13 Mar 04:30 PM
LifestyleFat link to ovarian cancerOverweight women are more likely to get ovarian cancer than their thinner counterparts, researchers say.11 Mar 06:00 PM
WorldSupreme Court stops 'boobies' bracelet banThe US Supreme Court has rejected an appeal from a school that suspended two students because they refused to remove bracelets promoting breast cancer awareness.11 Mar 02:56 AM
LifestyleBreakers brave a shaveSeven members of the Breakers basketball team braved a shave as part of the Shave for a Cure campaign.10 Mar 10:05 PM
OpinionJane Phare: Whole again and gratefulEach morning, I glimpse reminders of my breast cancer in the bathroom mirror, writes Jane Phare.08 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandBowel-screening trial detects 129 cases earlyA bowel-screening trial has detected cancer early in 129 people - many of whom had no symptoms.06 Mar 11:19 PM
LifestyleSlip, slop and slap the best defenceMasterChef NZ judge Josh Emett remembers that as a young boy, his sun protection amounted to pulling on a pair of shorts and running around half-naked during the summer months.06 Mar 04:30 PM
LifestyleBaby brings joy as mum fights tumourA young woman battling aggressive brain cancer has given birth to a baby girl.01 Mar 04:30 PM
LifestyleKiwis cut it close to raise $1.7mThousands of people face cold heads this autumn as they shave their hair off in support of those suffering from blood cancers.25 Feb 04:30 PM
LifestyleTerminally ill bride's dream weddingPictures from the wedding of Vivian-Leigh Fittall and Jack Waller.22 Feb 04:30 PM
LifestyleTerminally ill mum's dying wishA 20-year-old mother with incurable cancer will be granted one of her dying wishes tomorrow when she celebrates an eleventh-hour wedding.20 Feb 04:30 PM
New ZealandTrade talks leak spurs fears over drugThe high price of the breast cancer drug Herceptin in New Zealand could stand unchallenged for up to an extra 12 years under proposals leaked from the Asia-Pacific free-trade talks.20 Feb 04:30 PM
WorldCancer boy's poignant Facebook postingFor most 11-year-old boys, Facebook is a way to chat with friends and share photographs - but for Reece Puddington.19 Feb 04:30 PM
LifestyleDeath robs Briar of her final dreamWhen 27-year-old Briar Lobb was diagnosed with terminal cancer, she set out to live.16 Feb 04:30 PM
LifestyleHusband backs wife's brave picsThe Kiwi husband of a breast cancer patient who suffered an unexpected backlash after posting topless photos of herself online to raise awareness of the disease is standing by his wife's actions.15 Feb 04:30 PM
LifestyleWorld teams up on cool charity T-shirtsThree iconic hairdos are being celebrated in a series of limited edition T-shirts for this year's Shave for a Cure campaign.14 Feb 01:50 AM
LifestyleOffended? 'You're missing the point'A young Australian woman who posted graphic photos of her post-cancer body on Facebook says those who complained just don't get it.13 Feb 08:25 PM
LifestyleGrape seed, chemo combo could treat bowel cancerGrape seed can be combined with chemotherapy to improve treatment for bowel cancer, according to Australian scientists.13 Feb 07:25 PM
LifestyleCellphone cancer fear quashed - reportA new international study appears to have put to rest the question over whether cellphones cause cancer.11 Feb 04:15 AM
New ZealandPlayground gear too hot to handleConcerned parents are asking councils to take action over playground equipment that gets so hot in summer it is burning children when they touch it.10 Feb 04:30 PM
LifestyleKiwis cover new ground in cancer fightNew Zealand scientists have edged closer to new therapies to enhance the body's immune response to cancer.04 Feb 10:30 PM
WorldFears of global cancer 'tidal wave'Immediate action is required to combat a "tidal wave of cancer" that will sweep the globe in the next 20 years, scientists at the WHO have warned.04 Feb 06:19 PM
New ZealandNeon ready for schoolThe UK-based New Zealand mother who lost a legal battle over her son receiving treatment for his cancer says he is cancer-free and looking forward to returning to school.01 Feb 09:36 PM
LifestyleWe shouldn't fear deathWhen his time comes, Stephen Wealthall would like to be at his Greenhithe home feeding the ducks and chickens or simply watching the stands of trees on his property swaying in the breeze.31 Jan 04:30 PM
