Wastewater detection of cancer marker may aid early diagnosis
Detection of a bowel cancer marker (CDH1) in wastewater may offer a new community level early warning system…
NZ dad Jack Davis beats the odds after terminal cacner diagnosis
When the Weekly first shared Jack Davis’ story in 2017, the Tākaka father-of-four was fighting for his life.…
Home bowel cancer tests for over-50s
Health officials say the move can help to save lives by detecting cases earlier [United Lincolnshire Teaching Hospitals…
Women and alcohol risks in midlife
Fifty-something Robyn’s explanation of how her drinking has changed as she’s got older is telling. “When I was…
I’m a scientist – this is the best exercise to reduce your risk of cancer
A scientist explains the small lifestyle changes that’ll make a big difference to your health Researchers from Newcastle…
Bowel cancer’s “Big Bang” moment reveals how the disease takes shape
Like the astronomical explosion that kickstarted the universe, bowel cancer has a “Big Bang” moment which determines how…
The unhealthiest coffee you can drink is a firm favourite but ‘it’s full of sugar and fat’
Many of us are huge fans of coffee, but there are certain coffees that everyone should probably avoidA…
5 red flags you’re not eating enough fibre – and why it matters
Over the past couple of years, all eyes have been on protein as the must-have component in all…
Younger New Zealanders face growing cancer risk
Other cancers, including breast, stomach, pancreatic, uterine, and prostate cancers, are also becoming more common in younger adults.…