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Putting the brakes on prostate cancer

Prostate cancer accounts for 27% of all cancers in men. The poor survival rate of men with advanced prostate cancer (cancer that has spread to other parts of the body) highlight the need for more effective treatments.

Cancer Society responds to Government funding boost

Today’s announcement of funding towards providing accommodation and transport for cancer patients is being welcomed by the Cancer Society.

Govt Funding Boost For The Cancer Society

The Government has provided the Cancer Society of New Zealand with a one-off boost of up to $650,000 to continue delivering its highly valued driving and accommodation services at increased COVID-19 Alert Levels.

Daffodil Day - Thank you

Wow what an amazing Daffodil Day!

Every day is a good day

Every day is a good day, some are just better than others. That’s the title of Don Morris’ personal account of his cancer experience.

Five stories of cancer in New Zealand

Each day, 63 New Zealanders hear the words "you have cancer". It's a challenging statistic, but behind every statistic is a story - of hope, resilience, love and loss.

Cancer Society Auckland cancels Daffodil Day street appeal

Cancer Society Auckland cancels Daffodil Day street appeal for first time in 30 years.

Appreciating every day

For many people diagnosed with cancer, there’s an inkling in the beginning that something’s not right. But that wasn’t the case for 37-year-old Colleen Wood.

COVID-19: How to use a face mask safely

If you choose to wear a face mask – one you purchase or make yourself – you need to know how to use it safely. This includes how you put it on, what to do while wearing it, how to take it off and how to handle it safely after use to avoid the risk of infection.

Your new way to donate – introducing our digital daffodil

No cash? No problem. This year we’ve made it easier than ever to donate to our Daffodil Day appeal, our most iconic and important fundraising event of the year.