Otago Polytechnic learners collaborate for Cancer charity

Otago Polytechnic learners from a range of disciplines are combining their brain power for charity.

Tauira studying event management, hairdressing, fashion, beauty and photography are bringing to life "Odyssey for a Cure", which will raise funds for Breast Cancer Cure.

SBS Bank reports solid full-year result, supports first-home buyers

SBS Bank has delivered another strong result for the 2021-2022 financial year, finding innovative ways to support members through the challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Paula King and Jane Parker-Bishop co-chairs Taranaki DHB Consumer Council

Passion for positive healthcare experiences has driven Paula King and Jane Parker-Bishop to be a voice for change in their newly appointed roles as co-chairs of the inaugural Taranaki District Health Board (DHB) Consumer Council.

Pink Ribbon Breakfast extended to mid-June, more Kiwis urged to take part

Pink Ribbon Breakfast, Breast Cancer Foundation NZ’s largest annual fundraising campaign which takes place every May, has been extended to 17 June, due to a lack of registrations.

Dual DHB service leads to delay in diagnosis of breast cancer - HDC

Health and Disability Commissioner Morag McDowell today released a report finding two district health boards (DHBs) in breach of the Code of Health and Disability Services Consumers’ Rights (the Code), for failures that led to a delay in diagnosing a woman with breast cancer.

Breast cancer charity Sweet Louise wins Delivering for Good's public vote

Sweet Louise has won the hearts of New Zealanders, receiving the most public votes for NZ Post’s Delivering for Good programme - allowing the charity to offer more support for people living with incurable breast cancer.

Brain Drain Budget fails breast test - ACT New Zealand

"Labour has once again failed to help those affected by breast cancer, with the Brain Drain Budget offering nothing to address the huge backlog of women awaiting breast screening," says ACT’s Health spokesperson Brooke van Velden.

ProCare welcomes big boost in PHARMAC budget - ProCare Health

Leading healthcare provider ProCare has today welcomed the big boost to PHARMAC funding, being the biggest in history, however questions whether it is enough, given inflation is sitting at 6.9%.

Budget 2022 lets down the women of NZ - Breast Cancer Foundation

Justine Smyth, Chair of Breast Cancer Foundation NZ, said: "This Budget has let down the women of New Zealand by overlooking the enormous breast screening backlog that is preventing 50,000 women from getting their mammograms.

Pacific Radiology announce PET-CT scanner for Otago/Southland region

Pacific Radiology are excited to announce their commitment to installing a state-of-the art, high-tech PET/CT scanner in a new central Dunedin purpose-built facility, providing significant benefits for cancer patients and their referring specialists.