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New Zealand still needs to protect ourselves from the tobacco industry

For the second year running, the Cancer Society was pleased to complete the NZ/Aotearoa Tobacco Industry Interference Report. This report highlights the many tactics tobacco companies and their affiliates employ to kill, weaken, or delay essential policies to reduce tobacco use in New Zealand.

End of Life Choice Act

The End of Life Choice Act comes into effect on 7 November 2021.

COVID-19 and cancer services

Te Aho o Te Kahu, the Cancer Control Agency, released the first COVID and cancer services report.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

Implementing the Smokefree 2025 action plan will save lives

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.

Let's get chilly with Emma Twigg for Daffodil Day

Emma Twigg is supporting Daffodil Day with a icy plunge.