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Cancer Society
Reducing the incidence and impact of cancer in our community
Today 63 New Zealanders will hear the words “you have cancer”. At the Cancer Society, we know how a cancer diagnosis can affect every aspect of people's lives and we are here to help them through.
Cancer Society - Latest News [Page 17]
New Solarium Restrictions Highlight Dangers
Wednesday, 19 June 2002, 11:28 am | Cancer Society
The Cancer Society has welcomed moves to introduce tougher operating guidelines for solariums, but says without legislation to enforce the Standard, some operators would ignore the new rules. More >>
Need For Cancer Control Strategy Confirmed
Friday, 10 May 2002, 9:26 am | Cancer Society
A new study has shown New Zealand is lagging behind Australia in reducing the number of deaths due to cancer. More >>
Shady Days Ahead For Cancer Society
Wednesday, 13 March 2002, 10:30 am | Cancer Society
A study which found that shade was lacking at beaches and playgrounds highlights the need for further work to be done in this area, the Cancer Society said today. More >>
Smokefree bars good for health and business
Wednesday, 27 February 2002, 4:09 pm | Cancer Society
The Cancer Society is urging bar owners to get behind legislation that seeks to ban smoking in hospitality venues. The Health Select Committee heard further oral submissions on the Smokefree Environments (Enhanced Protection) Amendment Bill and ... More >>
Cancer Society Position On Cervical Screening
Thursday, 14 February 2002, 4:33 pm | Cancer Society
An independent report by an international expert has reinforced the Cancer Society’s concerns about the location of the National Cervical Screening Unit within the Ministry of Health. More >>
Kiwis Should Respect The Elements
Monday, 11 February 2002, 10:24 am | Cancer Society
Cancer Society research shows kiwis are happy to “slop” on sunscreen – but not on their faces. More >>
Sunbeds Not ‘Safe Way To Tan’ Warns Cancer Society
Friday, 8 February 2002, 11:17 am | Cancer Society
Young people who bronze themselves at tanning salons double their risk of developing some types of skin cancer, a US study has found. This has prompted the Cancer Society to renew its warnings to sunbed users. More >>
Cancer Society - Enquiry Into Radiation Treatment
Tuesday, 4 December 2001, 5:16 pm | Cancer Society
Dr Peter Dady, Medical Director of the Cancer Society of New Zealand, has called for some form of public enquiry into the worsening radiation treatment crisis. More >>
Sunbeds Not ‘Safe Way To Tan’ Warns Cancer Society
Wednesday, 14 November 2001, 9:55 am | Cancer Society
The Cancer Society is concerned that people are not being told of the risks associated with sunbed use. More >>
Sunburn Risk ‘Extreme’ Warns Cancer Society
Monday, 12 November 2001, 11:53 am | Cancer Society
New Zealanders will be at great risk from the sun this summer and must take steps to protect themselves. More >>
Fruit And Veg Key In Fight Against Cancer
Monday, 29 October 2001, 12:51 am | Cancer Society
It takes more than an apple a day to keep the doctor away, according to the Cancer Society which is lending its support to the promotion of 5+ A Day Week, October 29 – November 2. More >>
Cancer Society Pushes For Total Smoking Ban
Friday, 12 October 2001, 11:59 am | Cancer Society
Smoking must be banned in all hospitality venues if workers’ health is to be protected, the Cancer Society said today. The comments followed the introduction into Parliament of legislation proposing a partial ban on smoking in cafes, bars, restaurants and ... More >>
Daylight Saving: Sunlight Warning
Friday, 5 October 2001, 4:25 pm | Cancer Society
Daylight saving – it’s an extra hour of sunlight in your day – and an extra hour you should be aware of protecting your skin from damaging UV radiation warns the Cancer Society. More >>
Don Clarke’s Melanoma Message Timely
Wednesday, 29 August 2001, 7:57 pm | Cancer Society
Rugby legend Don Clarke’s message to New Zealanders about covering up against the sun is a timely one, says Cancer Society Health Promotion Programme Manager Liz Price. Melanoma is the most serious form of skin cancer. More >>
Kiwis Dying For Dinner
Friday, 15 June 2001, 9:04 am | Cancer Society
An updated report on New Zealanders’ nutritional status, released today by Agencies for Nutrition Action, shows that more than 1000 New Zealanders die each year from obesity – more than double the annual road toll. More >>
Obesity Link To Cancer
Friday, 15 June 2001, 9:03 am | Cancer Society
Obesity has been identified by UK researchers as an important factor in many cancer-related deaths. More >>
