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Colleen shares perspective after palliative diagnosis

"I realized I was actually living with chemo. I had an epiphany and thought what can I do to support this treatment?"

Study Highlights New Approach to Reduce Burnout in Radiation Therapists

A recent study undertaken at Christchurch Radiation Oncology Centre has identified the potential of Professional Supervision to significantly reduce burnout among Radiation Therapists. The success of this pilot study highlights the potential for Professional Supervision to be implemented nationwide.

Enlarged tonsil reveals cancer

In February, Rotorua resident Gareth Gillies had a slight tickle in his throat.

Cancer rates expected to double by 2040

In 2020, there were over 27,000 new cancer cases in New Zealand. By 2040, this number is expected to reach 52,000.

The tail of a new volunteer

One of the Cancer Society’s most recently recruited volunteers is rewarded with pats and belly scratches.

Volunteering an ‘easy decision’ when the cause is close to your heart

Photographer Jennifer Carol says volunteering for the Cancer Society was the easiest decision she has ever made.

Helper inspired by the people she helps

“I’m not a sit around type of person and because I keep in really good health, I thought I’d see if I can find something to do where I can help other people.”

Volunteering provides teen with a purpose in the present

When Palmerston North teenager Kate Coutts volunteers with the Cancer Society she feels hope, and no doubt spreads it too.

Volunteering ‘healing for the soul’

Huia wanted to “give back” having had the support of the Cancer Society when she was undergoing treatment for breast cancer in 2022.

Volunteering floats Dale’s boat

Dale Spurdle has been volunteering for the Cancer Society in Taranaki for 15 years and was one of the first volunteers to walk through the door of the New Plymouth Centre offices when the centre on Lorna Street opened in 2009.