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• National
• Smokefree
• October 2021

Sign the HCA open letter in support of the Smokefree 2025 initiatives

Health Coalition Aotearoa's open letter support the Smokefree 2025 initiatives.

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• National
• October 2021

CANGO urges Government: Stop “shrugging your shoulders” at cancer deaths

The Alliance of Cancer NGOs (CANGO) is calling on Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern to urgently adopt the same hard-line, “zero tolerance” approach to cancer deaths that she is to COVID.

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• National
• October 2021

Hidden hazard for outdoor workers

When it comes to safety on the job site, there are many hazards to be aware of, but harmful UV rays, while not immediately obvious, are one of the biggest risks for outdoor workers.

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• National
• skin cancer
• September 2021

Screening for skin cancer and the crisis in cancer treatment capacity

A webinar hosted by the Cancer Society featuring David Whiteman from Queensland discussing skin cancer screening programmes and Chris Jackson talking about the cancer treatment challenges we are facing in New Zealand.

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• National
• September 2021

Implementing the Smokefree 2025 action plan will save lives

Implementing the Smokefree 2025 action plan will save lives

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• National
• September 2021

Chris Jackson reflects on six years as Cancer Society Medical Director

As Chris Jackson steps down as Cancer Society Medical Director he reflects on his six years in The Listener.

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• National
• August 2021

Let's get chilly with Emma Twigg for Daffodil Day

Emma Twigg is supporting Daffodil Day with a icy plunge.

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• National
• August 2021

Essential cancer treatment will continue at all alert levels

Te Aho o Te Kahu, the Cancer Control Agency, is working closely with the sector to ensure essential cancer treatment is carried out under all alert levels.

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• National
• August 2021

Cancer Society funds world-class research

No one is ever prepared to hear the news that they, or a family member, has cancer. Which is why alongside its role supporting New Zealanders after they are diagnosed, the Cancer Society is committed to funding world-class research to reduce the rates of cancer and improve the chance of a cure.

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• National
• August 2021

Five myths about cancer

Cancer Society Medical Director Dr Chris Jackson has taken on a new additional role - as the official Daffodil Day Myth Debunker.

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