Breast Cancer Foundation NZ
News & updates
Our latest news, press releases, blog posts, Pink Ribbon Bulletins & Pink Ribbon Press.
Press release
12 February 2021
Record $1 million investment from BCFNZ for new diagnostic breast service
Breast Cancer Foundation NZ has partnered with Waitematā District Health Board to build a new diagnostic breast service which will radically improve the way patients are assessed and treated.
News
04 February 2021
Don’t delay cancer checks this World Cancer Day
Breast Cancer Foundation NZ is teaming up with health organisations around New Zealand to spread the message: ‘Don’t wait. Contact your doctor. Get checked.’
Press release
03 February 2021
NZ’s five-year survival goal not good enough, says Breast Cancer Foundation NZ
Today’s World Health Organisation announcement that breast cancer is now the most common cancer worldwide is a timely reminder that cancer should be top of the Ministry of Health’s investment priorities.
Press release
27 January 2021
Auckland woman to run 12 half marathons in 2021 for breast cancer
Nadine is planning to run a half marathon every month in 2021 to raise funds for breast cancer and celebrate the resilience and strength of women who have been through breast cancer, like her mum Laural.
Press release
25 January 2021
“It’s an honour to be able to do something to give back”
A woman living with incurable breast cancer is volunteering at the NZ House & Garden Tours as a way to give back for the support she's received.
Pink Ribbon Bulletins
January 2021
Breast cancer research gets $700,000 boost, the National Register reaches full coverage in New Zealand, plus the launch of our SBS Pink Ribbon Visa!
Blog
18 January 2021
Gut feeling: Could the gut microbiome be causing breast cancer?
The gut microbiome has been a hot topic in recent years and research has now begun to delve into whether it could play a role in the development of cancer.
Press release
13 January 2021
$700,000 boost for NZ scientists at the forefront of tackling breast cancer
Breast Cancer Foundation is helping to fund more than $728,000 for three ground-breaking projects which hope to improve the lives of Kiwis affected by breast cancer and prevent further deaths.
Pink Ribbon Bulletins
December 2020
Breast Cancer Foundation NZ wishes you a Meri Kirihimete, information about our nursing hours and find your community on mybc.
Blog
16 December 2020
Dealing with decisions in ABC
We share a guide to navigating decision pathways during advanced breast cancer treatment.
Blog
16 December 2020
Brain gain: How to manage ‘chemo brain’
‘Chemo brain’ is a common side effect of breast cancer treatment. We've rounded up some tips to help you manage brain fog.
Press release
06 December 2020
Four-year study seeks to improve breast cancer survival for younger Kiwi women
A new research partnership between BCFNZ and the Universities of Auckland and Otago has begun investigating the unique characteristics of breast cancer in younger Kiwi women.
Blog
02 November 2020
Julie's Story
Julie Reynolds, from Estee Lauder and a mother of two daughters in their 20s, writes about the importance of early detection and why she’s taking part in the Pink Ribbon Walk.
Blog
02 November 2020
Kristelle's story
Kristelle Thomsen, from Clinique NZ, writes about the impact of breast cancer on her family and why she’s calling on people to sign up for a Pink Ribbon Walk.
Blog
16 October 2020
Parekura's story
Parekura Tutua-Nathan, a Clinique consultant in Wellington, shares why she's walking for her māmā in the Pink Ribbon Walk.
Blog
16 October 2020
Debbie's story
Kim Tuliau from Bobbi Brown, Farmers, has always admired the strength and courage of client Debbie Hill, a breast cancer survivor. She invited her in for a complimentary makeover so she could find out more about her story.
News
15 October 2020
“Get your mammogram so other mokopuna can have more time with their kuia”
Stacey Morrison’s 7-year-old daughter Maiana is urging Kiwi women to go for regular mammograms, as part of Breast Cancer Foundation NZ’s annual awareness-raising campaign.
News
13 October 2020
Pharmac review a chance to end agonisingly slow drug approval process
Breast Cancer Foundation NZ is calling on the next government to end the unfair and outdated evaluation process that means Kiwis with terminal breast cancer wait years longer for the latest drugs,.
Press release
01 October 2020
New Zealand lights up in pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
New Zealand will light up in pink this month for the Global Illumination campaign, in support of Breast Cancer Foundation NZ’s annual Pink Ribbon Street Appeal.
News
01 October 2020
10 ways to make the most of October
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Here's how you can get involved this month...
Press release
01 October 2020
Sarah Gandy launches Change & Check campaign, as new survey reveals “worrying” breast cancer findings
Broadcaster Sarah Gandy has joined forces with Breast Cancer Foundation NZ to launch the Change & Check campaign.
News
29 September 2020
Auckland turns pink to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month
For the first time, Vector Lights on Auckland Harbour Bridge and the Queen Street Lights will be lighting up pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
News
24 September 2020
MonarchE trial holds hope for early breast cancer patients
Promising results from the MonarchE trial could give hope to women with high-risk HR+, HER2- early breast cancer.
Press release
21 September 2020
New study will investigate link between breast density and dangerous interval cancers
BCFNZ is funding Dr Monica Saini's study into breast density and interval cancers - the first study of its kind in New Zealand.