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Cancer and men

Find helpful information about the main types of cancers that impact men, including prevention, support and resources.

Types of cancer

Find out about the most common cancers that affect New Zealand men.

Impacts of cancer on men

Read about the impacts of cancer experienced by men.

Prevention

Find out about how to prevent or reduce the likelihood of cancer in men.

Support and resources

Explore some helpful resources on the topic of cancer and men.

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Last updated: January 9, 2023

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