Most breast changes aren’t cancer, but it’s important to know what’s normal for you. If you notice a new or unusual change in your breasts or nipples, get it checked by a GP. Some changes can have non ...
Gynaecomastia should not be confused with pseudo-gynaecomastia which is seen in overweight men who have increased fat deposits in their breasts (man-breasts).
Even though most breast lumps are not cancer, it’s important to get them checked. If you find a breast lump, it could be one of these benign (non cancerous) conditions below.
Breast pain, also called mastalgia, is common. It may feel worrying or uncomfortable, but breast pain on its own is rarely a sign of breast cancer.
A mammogram can sometimes show changes in your breast that aren’t cancer. Some of these changes are common and don’t need treatment, while others may need more tests to make sure they’re harmless.
Glow Lab is supporting the campaign by adding breast self-check reminders to its 900ml body wash range, putting the message directly into showers around the country. Advertising can introduce an idea ...
The word "carcinoma" may make people think they have invasive breast cancer. DCIS is different. DCIS is the earliest form of breast cancer, when abnormal cells are contained within the breast’s milk ...
“When Aotearoa shines bright in pink this October, we hope it gets people talking and reminds them to take care of their ...
Every year, thousands of New Zealanders have their breast cancer details added to Te Rēhita Mate Ūtaetae – Breast Cancer Foundation National Register. The Register is a taonga, and holds data gifted ...
Breast Cancer Foundation NZ has appointed highly experienced New Zealand business and technology leader Vanessa Sorenson as its new Chief Executive. Sorenson brings more than 30 years of leadership ...
When people think about breast cancer treatment, oncologists, surgeons, and specialist teams may come to mind. Yet recent New Zealand research, highlighted a fundamental reality: for many cancer ...