LifestyleSunscreen might not save youHigh factor sunscreen cannot be relied on to protect against the deadliest form of skin cancer, new research suggests.12 Jun 09:40 PM
LifestyleBreast cancer: Chicken over red meatCutting out one portion of red meat every day and replacing it with chicken can reduce the risk of developing breast cancer by almost a fifth, a study suggests.11 Jun 05:00 PM
LifestyleBeware of hair products that could cause cancer - researchScientists have called for more research into hair dyes and perming products to assess whether they contain a harmful substance which has been linked to causing cancer.09 Jun 11:45 PM
EntertainmentCancer girl's Shortland St cameoThe poster child for a new cancer campaign thought she was dropping in to the Shortland Street set to meet her favourite TV doctor.07 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandGallery: Special treatment for Child Cancer ambassadorChild Cancer Foundation ambassador Quinn Hautapu gets special treatment behind the scenes of Shortland St Photos by Matt Klitscher/South Pacific Pictures07 Jun 03:21 AM
LifestyleToo much red meat can cause cancer - expertWhy does red meat increase the risk of cancer and is there a safe level of consumption? Expert explains.04 Jun 09:30 PM
LifestyleEnd of chemo for leukaemia?The successful trial of a new leukaemia drug could herald the end of chemotherapy as the main weapon against the blood cancer, says an Australian specialist.03 Jun 09:05 PM
LifestyleWill quitting dairy defeat cancer?A leading scientist and cancer survivor says the disease is overwhelmingly linked to animal products, writes Cherrill Hicks.03 Jun 04:30 AM
LifestyleBreast cancer gene can also increase lung cancer risk - studyA notorious breast cancer gene has been shown to also increase a smoker's risk of developing lung cancer -- by almost double, a study has said.01 Jun 07:50 PM
WorldMum dies after cervical cancer misdiagnosed 30 timesA UK mother-of-four died after doctors missed 30 chances to diagnose her cervical cancer, an inquest heard.30 May 10:42 PM
New ZealandTest trial proves to be a life-saverA bowel cancer screening scheme in north and west Auckland has led to a huge advance in early diagnosis of the potentially fatal disease.29 May 05:00 PM
LifestyleCancer survivors expose scarsA group of Kiwi breast cancer survivors are bravely revealing their battle scars in a new collection of photographs they hope will remove the mystery of the disease.29 May 04:45 AM
LifestylePhotos: Hope EmergesBrave women celebrating their bodies after having survived breast cancer. 28 May 04:00 PM
LifestyleLow-calorie diet could stop cancer spread - studyA low-calorie diet may reduce the chances of breast cancer spreading to other parts of the body, a new study has shown.27 May 01:45 AM
LifestyleWarning over 'Angelina effect'Women with breast cancer are increasingly asking for removal of both breasts – despite there being no medical reason for the surgery.22 May 10:05 PM
LifestyleMost dramatic double mastectomies aren't necessary - studyNearly three-quarters of women who have both breasts removed after a cancer diagnosis may be wrong to take the drastic step, a study has suggested.22 May 02:05 AM
LifestyleSun tanning can be highly addictive - expertSun tanning can be highly addictive and often has more to do with how it makes people feel than with how they look, says a US dermatologist who is visiting Australia.19 May 09:35 PM
New ZealandDeath gift doc avoids sanctionsA doctor who accepted $150,000 from an eccentric dying patient has escaped sanctions by moving to Australia.18 May 01:23 AM
WorldGrieving mum tributes inspirational sonThe mother of Stephen Sutton, who raised $5.8 million for charity before dying of cancer, has paid tribute to her “courageous, selfless, inspirational son”.14 May 11:35 PM
LifestyleMobile phones could triple tumour riskUsing a mobile phone for more than half an hour a day over five years can triple the risk of developing certain types of brain cancer, a French study suggests.14 May 04:27 AM
LifestyleWays to prevent breast cancerMaintaining a healthy weight, limiting alcohol consumption and keeping active can help prevent breast cancer.12 May 05:00 PM
Lifestyle'I was in shock'One Friday morning, Emma Crowley was eating "pink-themed" cakes and biscuits with work colleagues to raise money for breast cancer.10 May 01:10 AM
LifestyleBad cholesterol could be feeding cancerNew research out of Australia suggests bad cholesterol could be helping to spread cancer around the body.08 May 10:15 PM
WorldCancer teen blasted for getting betterStephen Sutton, the 19-year-old cancer sufferer who has raised millions for charity, has hit back at claims he “duped” followers because his condition has improved.07 May 03:10 AM
LifestyleEczema lowers skin cancer risk - researchEczema sufferers may have less chance of developing skin cancer, new research suggests.06 May 02:20 AM
LifestyleBlack Cap visit a boost for Starship familiesTerminally ill Daniel Camp got bat on ball when a top cricketer arrived to brighten the day of Starship children's hospital patients and their brothers and sisters.01 May 05:00 PM
WorldEx-leader's male breast cancer stigmaFormer New South Wales Premier Nick Greiner's "brave" revelation that he has undergone a mastectomy will help to break down the stigma around male breast cancer.30 Apr 05:00 PM
LifestyleHalf now survive cancer diagnosisHalf of patients who are diagnosed with cancer in Britain today will be "cured'', according to the authors of landmark new research.29 Apr 04:00 AM
WorldCancer teen improves after 'coughing up tumour'A teen from terminal cancer, whose fundraising campaign has been backed by a host of celebrities, has seen his condition improve after "coughing up a tumour".27 Apr 09:46 PM
LifestyleCancer deaths fall but smokers face riseThe death rate from cancer has fallen over the past 25 years, but lung cancer will overtake breast cancer as the biggest killer among women within the next few years, said leading experts.24 Apr 04:15 PM
