Tributes
On these pages, we pay tribute to those with breast cancer who have passed away and to those who fight tirelessly to ensure women in New Zealand receive the best care and treatment possible for breast cancer.
New Zealand women with breast cancer need access to new radiation treatment
The Breast Cancer Aotearoa Coalition (BCAC) wants to see a breakthrough new radiation technology used more widely to treat thousands of New Zealand women with breast cancer.
BCAC develop action plan for better access to breast cancer clinical trials
BCAC committee members have developed an action plan to improve access to clinical trials in New Zealand following an advocates’ workshop in Sydney last week.
Fashion for a Cure
Breast Cancer Cure invites you to attend their Fashion for a Cure Show on Thursday 19th May.
Women with breast cancer eligible for free ‘flu vaccination
If you have breast cancer you are eligible for a free influenza vaccination and now is the best time to be immunised before the winter ‘flu season arrives.
The annual immunisation is recommended for people with ongoing medical conditions, who are at a higher risk of developing serious complications from influenza, such as pneumonia.
Review highlights NZ’s poor access to cancer medicines
The latest review of New Zealand’s access to new and innovative medicines presents a damning picture of underfunding for cancer medicines.
Valuable experience gained at young adult oncology conference
Attending the Inaugural International Adolescent and Young Adult Oncology Congress in Sydney late last year was a fascinating and valuable experience for BCAC committee member, Greer Davis.
The congress was titled “Crossing Boundaries and bringing it all together” and really focused on the complex nature of treating and supporting young people with cancer.
Breast Cancer Support Northland Trust Newsletter
Check out what the team at Breast Cancer Support Northland Trust have planned for this year.
Call for nationwide access to film that helps to prevent radiation damage
BCAC is pushing for a special silicon dressing that helps to reduce skin damage during radiation therapy to be used nationwide.
Proposed service for those at high risk of breast and ovarian cancer
Plans are afoot to set up a nationwide service for New Zealand women who are at high risk of breast and ovarian cancer.
