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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.

Slime in the name of Daffodil Day

When Small Steps Early Learning Centre found out about the move to level 4 lockdown, they knew it would impact their ‘slime a teacher’ fundraiser for the Cancer Society.

Let's get chilly with Emma Twigg for Daffodil Day

Emma Twigg is supporting Daffodil Day with a icy plunge.

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.

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.

Canterbury flower growers gearing up for Daffodil Day

Springston flower grower John Chamberlain and his family at Hadstock Farm are gearing up to supply the Cancer Society with daffodils for the organisation’s annual fresh flower fundraiser this month.

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.

The cancer lottery: Too many DHBs taking too long to treat urgent cases

Fast cancer diagnosis and treatment can be the difference between life and death but average times are increasing.

Make a difference for New Zealanders like Daniel this Daffodil Day

Daniel and Ngaire were getting ready for their daughter Mia’s first birthday. But their life was about to turn upside down when they got a call from Daniel's doctor.

How to celebrate Matariki

Matariki marks the start of the Māori new year and is signified by a cluster of bright stars becoming visible in New Zealand’s early morning sky during the mid-winter months.