Young New Zealanders facing bowel cancer call for action as new report reveals gaps in care
New Zealanders under 50 are being diagnosed with bowel cancer too late, too often – and their voices reveal the human cost of delayed diagnosis...
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Bowel Cancer New Zealand welcomes faster, simpler test for patients with symptoms
New pathway will speed up diagnosis, ease waiting lists, and save lives Bowel Cancer New Zealand (BCNZ) is welcoming a new, fast and convenient way...
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An important step forward, but bigger changes needed to save lives from bowel cancer
Bowel Cancer New Zealand Chief Executive Peter Huskinson spoke to 1News about the announcement - watch the interview here. Bowel Cancer New Zealand (BCNZ) has...
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Government delay is costing lives – experts and families call for bowel screening at 45
Latest episode of ‘Paddy Gower Has Issues’ exposes toll of New Zealand’s outdated screening programmeBowel Cancer New Zealand (BCNZ) is calling on the Government to...
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Bowel Cancer NZ meets with Health Minister to press for action on screening from age 45 and post-treatment exercise programme
Bowel Cancer NZ Chief Executive Peter Huskinson pictured with Hon. Simeon Brown at the Auckland Policy Office. Bowel Cancer New Zealand met with Hon Simeon...
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Cottonsoft: A partner that helps us reach millions of Kiwis!
Cottonsoft has stood alongside Bowel Cancer New Zealand since 2013, making them our longest-standing sponsor. From participating in major fundraising events and supporting awareness campaigns,...
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Two Brave Mums Take a Stand to Urge Action on Screening Age
Pictured: Jackie Robertson (left) and Rachael Ferguson (right) When Jackie Robertson was told she had stage 4 bowel cancer, she was 46, fit, and healthy....
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Impact Report 2024
Bowel Cancer New Zealand Impact Report 2024 With your incredible support, we’ve made remarkable progress in the fight against bowel cancer. From funding groundbreaking research...
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New revelations cast further doubt on bowel screening decision
Pictured: Health Minister, Simeon Brown. Credit: RNZ Just over a week ago, a few days after meeting with us, Health Minister Simeon Brown announced the...
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Screening Age Announcement Leaves Prime Minister’s Promise 90% Unmet
Five hundred days ago, Christopher Luxon pledged that if elected, his government would prioritize matching Australia’s bowel cancer screening age from day one. This commitment...
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