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NZ’s first cancer patient webinar
Thursday, 13 October 2016, 12:16 pm | NZ Breast Cancer Foundation
On Tuesday October 18, the NZ Breast Cancer Foundation will host what it believes is the first NZ-based webinar for cancer patients. Living a normal(ish) life with advanced breast cancer will feature three panellists discussing the challenges of ... More >>
Please support tomorrow’s Pink Ribbon Appeal
Thursday, 13 October 2016, 12:14 pm | NZ Breast Cancer Foundation
The New Zealand Breast Cancer Foundation is asking Kiwis everywhere to support its Pink Ribbon Appeal tomorrow and Saturday. Collectors will be shaking their pink buckets on the streets and at shopping centres around the country, aiming to raise funds ... More >>
World-first online breast cancer community developed
Sunday, 9 October 2016, 9:55 pm | NZ Breast Cancer Foundation
World-first online breast cancer community developed for Kiwis by Kiwis The NZ Breast Cancer Foundation will tomorrow launch mybc, a mobile app and website believed to be the first of its kind in the world, for New Zealanders affected by breast cancer. ... More >>
Pink light for breast cancer – NZ landmarks light up
Friday, 30 September 2016, 11:15 am | NZ Breast Cancer Foundation
Landmark buildings around New Zealand will light up pink from tomorrow, October 1, as part of the Global Illumination project to raise awareness of Breast Cancer Month – and this year, several new monuments have signed on to go pink. More >>
Be a STAR and walk for Breast Cancer
Tuesday, 16 August 2016, 11:38 am | NZ Breast Cancer Foundation
Pink Star Walkers are getting ready to line the streets pink for breast cancer at the 2016 NZ Breast Cancer Foundation Pink Star Walks in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch. More >>
Winning breast cancer studies bring personalised approach
Thursday, 11 August 2016, 11:32 am | NZ Breast Cancer Foundation
The NZ Breast Cancer Foundation has announced the results of its Innovation and Impact in Breast Cancer funding round, with four winning studies to receive a total of $340,000. The NZBCF believes the winning studies could make a real difference for Kiwi women ... More >>
Protecting the Long-Term Health of Kiwi Women Seniors
Wednesday, 4 May 2016, 10:30 am | NZ Breast Cancer Foundation
Today in the Banquet Hall of Parliament Buildings, Wellington a group of breast cancer supporters, MPs, and VIP guests gathered at a special Pink Ribbon Breakfast event, where the NZ Breast Cancer Foundation (NZBCF) presented a petition to Government ... More >>
Sign up for Pink Ribbon Breakfast
Wednesday, 30 March 2016, 3:30 pm | NZ Breast Cancer Foundation
Registrations are now open for Pink Ribbon Breakfast, with celebrity cook and author Chelsea Winter encouraging Kiwis to invite their friends to breakfast in May, to raise funds for the NZ Breast Cancer Foundation. More >>
Lower threshold means more women will qualify for BRCA test
Wednesday, 17 February 2016, 9:32 am | NZ Breast Cancer Foundation
The NZ Breast Cancer Foundation congratulates Genetic Health Service NZ on its decision to lower the threshold for BRCA testing to patients with an estimated 10% chance of having a BRCA gene mutation. More >>
5 Burning Questions Kiwi Cancer Researchers Could Answer
Wednesday, 3 February 2016, 2:39 pm | NZ Breast Cancer Foundation
February 4, World Cancer Day, is a chance to reflect on the burning questions that remain unanswered for the disease that is now the single biggest cause of death for New Zealanders.[1] More >>
Mammograms save Kiwi lives – it’s official
Monday, 14 December 2015, 12:03 pm | NZ Breast Cancer Foundation
The NZ Breast Cancer Foundation says new research released today by BreastScreen Aotearoa should give Kiwi women confidence that our mammogram screening programme is the best way to find breast cancer early and to save lives. More >>
$300K to target new areas of breast cancer research
Wednesday, 11 November 2015, 3:33 pm | NZ Breast Cancer Foundation
The NZ Breast Cancer Foundation is calling for proposals to address some of the most challenging areas in breast cancer research, including prevention of the disease, prevention of metastasis (the spread of cancer, which is what causes the 600-plus ... More >>
Free forum to share latest treatments and supportive care
Wednesday, 28 October 2015, 9:42 am | NZ Breast Cancer Foundation
Free forum to share latest treatments and supportive care with advanced breast cancer patients from around NZ More >>
“Relax and check your breasts”, new video tells women
Tuesday, 27 October 2015, 4:41 pm | NZ Breast Cancer Foundation
“Be breast aware.” “Check your breasts.” Such advice is heard often during October, Breast Cancer Month, but many women say they don’t know how to check their breasts. The result can be that either they don’t check, or they worry they’re ... More >>
Please support today’s Pink Ribbon Street Appeal
Friday, 9 October 2015, 9:25 am | NZ Breast Cancer Foundation
The New Zealand Breast Cancer Foundation is asking Kiwis everywhere to support its Pink Ribbon Street Appeal today and tomorrow, Saturday. Collectors will be shaking their pink buckets on the streets and at shopping centres around the country, aiming ... More >>
Bikers rev for breast cancer this Sunday
Wednesday, 7 October 2015, 3:39 pm | NZ Breast Cancer Foundation
More than 350 “pinked out” motorbikes, from 50cc scooters to 2000cc Harley Davidson and Suzuki cruisers, are expected to take part in the Women’s International Motorcycle Association’s (WIMA) annual Pink Ribbon Ride in Auckland this Sunday October 11, ... More >>
October is Breast Cancer Month: Events and Activities
Monday, 28 September 2015, 8:28 am | NZ Breast Cancer Foundation
The New Zealand Breast Cancer Foundation (NZBCF) is challenging New Zealanders to take action against breast cancer this October and help raise funds for awareness and education programmes, potentially life-saving research, medical equipment, and ... More >>
Fund to honour Helena McAlpine's legacy
Friday, 25 September 2015, 12:30 pm | NZ Breast Cancer Foundation
Helena McAlpine was determined that her battle with breast cancer would never define her nor would it be in vain. More >>
“Give two hours” – Breast cancer appeal needs volunteers
Saturday, 5 September 2015, 10:30 am | NZ Breast Cancer Foundation
The NZ Breast Cancer Foundation is enlisting volunteers to help with its Pink Ribbon Street Appeal on Friday October 9 and Saturday October 10. “Give two hours” is the plea – volunteers might choose to sign up for just their own two-hour stint ... More >>
Aspirin and genetic testing aras for breast cancer research
Wednesday, 10 June 2015, 3:28 pm | NZ Breast Cancer Foundation
The NZ Breast Cancer Foundation has committed to fund two innovative research projects, worth $200,000 each, in conjunction with the Health Research Council and Breast Cancer Cure. More >>
