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New study: Double mastectomy doesn't improve breast cancer survival
05 September 2024

New study: Double mastectomy doesn't improve breast cancer survival

Many women with invasive breast cancer in one breast may opt for a double mastectomy. However, recent research has found no survival benefit when compared to breast conserving surgery (partial mastectomy).
News
Exciting progress towards a new breast cancer vaccine
06 August 2024

Exciting progress towards a new breast cancer vaccine

The future of prevention against breast cancer recurrence is coming. Overseas, and right here in Aotearoa. Read an update about our exciting project.
Pink Ribbon Press
Pink Ribbon Press Spring 2024

Pink Ribbon Press Spring 2024

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Press release
Kiwis with advanced triple negative breast cancer get the news they’ve been waiting for
05 July 2024

Kiwis with advanced triple negative breast cancer get the news they’ve been waiting for

Pharmac announces funding for Keytruda for metastatic triple negative breast cancer from October 1st.
News
Pharmac reverses eligibility restrictions for life-extending drugs
18 June 2024

Pharmac reverses eligibility restrictions for life-extending drugs

Positive outcome for patients with advanced HR+/HER2- breast cancer as new treatment available from July 1.
Press release
Māori surgeon awarded $300,000 research boost to close breast cancer survival gap
05 June 2024

Māori surgeon awarded $300,000 research boost to close breast cancer survival gap

Breast Cancer Foundation NZ, along with Breast Cancer Cure, are thrilled to award the inaugural Māori Breast Cancer Research Leadership Fellowship to Dr Maxine Ronald. Dr Ronald is New Zealand’s only wahine Māori breast surgeon. Her research will focus on working with researchers across the country to build Māori capability and leadership in breast cancer research.