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
OpinionRev Brian Brandon: Let's look on bright side and talk about heavenAs a cancer sufferer, I echo Stephen Wealthall's call for talking openly and honestly about death, writes Rev Brian Brandon.30 Jan 08:30 PM
LifestyleCancer mum: 'I was only 25'Jennifer Doolabh knows her battle against breast cancer began too late. 'Cancer never crossed my mind because I was only 25.'30 Jan 06:00 PM
LifestyleBreast cancer breakthroughResearchers are encouraged by the early findings of a major NZ study to find a better way to treat an aggressive form of breast cancer.30 Jan 04:30 PM
EntertainmentConnolly plans NZ tour despite illnessScottish comedian Billy Connolly will tour New Zealand this year, bringing his "High Horse Tour" to 12 cities and towns in April and May.27 Jan 04:30 PM
LifestyleFamily stress as dad battles rare diseaseGene Chase has one simple wish - to live. The 54-year-old has been struggling with his health for the past few months after being diagnosed with Castleman's disease.23 Jan 04:30 PM
LifestyleKiwis 'dying of embarrassment'Kiwis are 'dying from embarrassment' because of a reluctance to speak with doctors about bowel cancer symptoms as NZ tops a report into global bowel cancer rates22 Jan 02:12 AM
LifestyleFashionable Kiwis design collection for cancerDame Trelise Cooper is among top designers raising money for breast cancer research.16 Jan 02:15 AM
LifestyleShould cancer patients describe their illness as a battle?40-year-old mother-of-three's blog about her breast cancer that has spread to her bones sparks debate on both sides of the Atlantic.15 Jan 10:15 PM
LifestyleSix times the cervical cancer risk if you skip smears - researchWomen over 50 are being urged to have regular smear tests after UK research showed those who skip screenings are six times more likely to end up with cervical cancer.15 Jan 12:45 AM
LifestyleNew lung cancer drug approved for fundingA lung cancer drug which can replace chemotherapy treatments has been added to the Government's list of funded medications.08 Jan 09:15 PM
WorldBoss sells business to help employee with cancerA Texas restaurant owner is selling his business so one of his waitresses can afford surgery on her brain tumour.08 Jan 07:50 PM
TennisTennis: Cancer survivor courts successRoss Hutchins talks about it like it was an inconvenience rather than something that could have killed him.07 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandSolving the DNA jigsawMassey University researchers are painstakingly unravelling DNA sequences in the hope of gaining valuable insight into the causes of cancer.06 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandFamily happy stolen car recoveredPolice have found a car stolen from the parents of a cancer-stricken 1-year-old boy, who also had their house burgled while away getting emergency treatment for the boy.03 Jan 08:08 PM
LifestyleMum vows to beat cancerWhen mother-of-two Natalie Souness went to get a lump in her neck checked she never imagined she would be the first Kiwi diagnosed with a rare cancer.03 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandNever give up, says cancer survivorDaniel McDonald started last year battling his second cancerous brain tumour in eight years and beginning what would turn out to be a long slog to find a job.02 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandBurgled during baby's cancer treatmentThe parents of a cancer-stricken 1-year-old son had their car stolen and their house burgled while away getting emergency treatment for the boy.29 Dec 10:42 PM
New ZealandKiwi mum's son cleared of cancerThe all-clear has reportedly been given to a young boy whose New Zealand-born mother fought against life-saving cancer treatment for him in Britain.23 Dec 03:23 AM
LifestyleNicky Park: Avoiding sunburnLife & Style Editor Nicky Park didn't mean to, but she got sunburnt. This painful experience has prompted her to revise sun safety.23 Dec 01:07 AM
New ZealandCancer trust avoids prosecutionA controversial cancer charity will not face prosecution after it voluntarily de-registered as a charity during a probe into its spending.23 Dec 12:22 AM
LifestyleMole check a lifesaverDaniel Grobler noticed a mole the size of a dollar coin on his chest but didn't pay it much attention.21 Dec 04:30 PM
