LifestyleThousands sign up to abstain and help patientsSome well-known Kiwis will join thousands embarking on a hangover-free month from today.30 Jun 05:00 PM
LifestyleSunbed ban for under-18s in AucklandAuckland has become the nation's first city to ban under-18s from using sunbeds, and commercial sunbed operators will now need a licence.30 Jun 05:00 PM
LifestyleSix foods to fight cancerf you believe cancer is a disease that strikes from nowhere with little in your control to prevent it, you'd be mistaken on both counts.29 Jun 07:54 PM
LifestyleCancer risk blood test on horizonA simple blood test which predicts a woman's likelihood of suffering breast cancer is being developed by scientists.27 Jun 05:00 PM
LifestyleStop breast cancer screens for under-50sBreast cancer screening for women under 50 should stop in light of growing questions around how beneficial the practice is, health researchers say.26 Jun 11:45 PM
OpinionSimon Sutcliffe: Resources must be focused on cancer controlCancer was the leading cause of death in New Zealand in 2010, accounting for nearly a third of all deaths, writes Simon Sutcliffe. That's an increase of nearly 13 per cent between 2000 and 2010.25 Jun 05:00 PM
LifestyleCouch potato? Big cancer riskA couch potato lifestyle is linked to a significantly greater risk of certain cancers as well as heart disease and diabetes, research has shown.17 Jun 06:00 PM
LifestyleHow cancer 'saved my kids'Fiona Taylor has endured surgeries, terrible pain and other symptoms from cancer, yet manages to find something good in it all.15 Jun 05:00 PM
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
