Australia & New Zealand Breast Cancer Newswire

'I'm just excited to have a future': how breast cancer survivor Peta is giving back

So far, nationally, almost 50,000km has been logged as part of this current Big Bold Walk, with more than $770,000 raised for Breast Cancer Trials, a group of breast cancer doctors and researchers based in Australia and New Zealand. Breast Cancer Trials is …

Due to ‘commercial reasons’ women like me are unsure we’ll be able to access vital breast cancer medicine

A few months ago, I sat across from my oncologist and did the thing I do at most appointments. I asked for her reassurance that she’s doing everything she can to keep my breast cancer away. I don’t doubt she is. I struck gold with my clinicians, but with …

The frustrating reason behind key breast cancer and endometriosis drug being pulled from Australia

Just when you thought we were seeing advancements in women’s health, we see a pharmaceutical citing “commercial reasons” for discontinuing a key treatment drug that breast cancer and endometriosis patients rely on. AstraZeneca will remove a key drug that …

Fastest-rising women's cancer in Australia still has a low profile

Within nine short weeks, 56-year-old Simone Crerar went from complaining about abdominal pain, to dying in her sleep. It was a sharp decline her brother Scott Crerar still struggles to come to terms with. "It just happened so quickly," Mr Crerar …

Jools Topp: Aotearoa loses an iconic artist and activist

Jools Topp, one half of Aotearoa New Zealand’s iconic duo The Topp Twins, has died following a 22-year journey with breast cancer. Julie (Jools) and her twin sister Lynda entertained people across the country for more than four decades, performing as a …

If we are to counter medical misogyny, women can no longer be treated as unreliable witnesses of their own experience

Until just a few weeks ago, Polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome was reduced to ovarian cysts, much to the frustration and confusion of many patients with this systemic endocrine condition. The struggles of people with endometriosis to access patient- …

A Key Endometriosis & Breast Cancer Drug Is Being Pulled From Australia: ‘Deeply Concerned’

People living with hormone receptor‑positive breast cancer, endometriosis and adenomyosis are facing new uncertainty after confirmation that a medication many rely on will be taken off the market in Australia. Zoladex (goserelin) 3.6mg is a monthly hormone …

Life-saving breast cancer and endometriosis drug to be pulled from shelves

A life-saving breast cancer and endometriosis drug will be pulled from Australian shelves by a major global drug manufacturer later this year, in a move some women have described as "cruel" and "soul-destroying". Goserelin 3.6mg implant …

Removing ‘invisibility cloaks’ and safely skipping chemo: new weapons in war on cancer shared at US conference

1. Smart drugs can help patients kill off their own tumours Immunotherapy drugs, which harness the body’s immune system to attack tumours, have revolutionised cancer treatment over the last decade. But they don’t work in every patient. Their effectiveness …

Rove McManus returns to TV with Celebrity Escape and he couldn’t be happier

Rove McManus is returning to screens with a bonkers new show, and it’s all he wants to talk about. The world has no shortage of unlikely ideas-turned-successful TV shows. Tipping Point, where guests watch a giant slot machine and hope the coins fall in …

Groundbreaking study: Smart cancer drugs could replace chemotherapy

Groundbreaking study: Smart cancer drugs could replace chemotherapy Scientists have unveiled a landmark development in oncology, with research indicating that precision-targeted drugs could eliminate cancer cells entirely without relying on conventional …

Budget 2026: Charity Tax Change Risks Undermining Vital Breast Cancer Support

Breast Cancer Foundation NZ is deeply concerned a change to charity tax rules announced in last week’s Budget could reduce major charitable giving at a time when demand for its life-saving programmes continues to grow. Currently, people who donate to …

A major breakthrough allows patients to skip chemo and its side effects

Associate Professor Belinda Kiely, chair of the Australian study, said the trial "addresses a long-standing challenge in breast cancer care: identifying who benefits from chemotherapy and who does not".

Obituary: Dame Jools Topp, entertainer

Julie Bethridge Topp was decidedly her own woman, but her life and career was inseparable from that of her twin sister. Jools — the eldest by a few minutes — and Lynda Topp were born in Huntly on May 14 1958. Twins often have a strong bond but from their …

Low-dose Zoladex won’t be available in Australia from November. What might that mean for you?

The drug goserelin – commonly known as Zoladex – has been a quietly crucial medicine in Australia for decades. This prescription medicine is used to suppress sex hormones, and is a key medication for the treatment of prostate cancer, endometriosis and some …

New game-changing breast cancer technology developed in WA

International Breast Cancer Surgeon Dr. Karishma Kirti Joins Learn Look Locate’s Global Medical Advisory Team

Mumbai-based breast cancer surgeon Dr. Karishma Kirti joins Learn Look Locate’s global medical advisory team, expanding trusted patient education worldwide. TUCSON, AZ, UNITED STATES, June 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- International Breast …

Breast cancer patients could safely avoid chemotherapy, study suggests

Millions of people with breast cancer could safely avoid chemotherapy as scientists have developed a DNA test that can distinguish between patients who are likely to benefit from the treatment and those who are not, according to trial results. The …

Breast cancer patients may not need chemotherapy treatment, finds study

A major international trial found that many breast cancer patients may safely avoid chemotherapy with a genomic test. Read on to learn how personalised treatment could change care. Genomic test identifies breast cancer patients who can skip chemotherapy. ( …

Unseen Encourages Readers to Break Free From Limiting Labels and Rediscover Their True Identity

Mary Anne Bedington combines professional insight and personal reflection to help readers overcome false identities and embrace authentic self-worth. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Psychotherapist and author Mary …

Magnetic Tattoo Removal Inventor Linda Paradis Takes the Stage at Dermatology & Beauty Conference 2026 in Dubai

Linda Paradis, worldwide patent holder of Magnetic Tattoo Removal, takes the stage at Dubai's Dermatology, Skin Care & Beauty Conference as speaker and sponsor. DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, June 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On 22 May …

TTW Releases Top 15 Coolcation Destinations in the Americas and Caribbean for 2026

TTW unveils the Top 15 Coolcation Destinations in the Americas and Caribbean for 2026, spotlighting cooler escapes, nature, culture, and adventure. NEW YORK , NY, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Travel And Tour World (TTW) has …

Hands-On Diagnostics Marks Major Milestone in Primary Care PT Residency

Candidacy approval advances Hands-On Diagnostics’ vision for Primary Care Physical Therapy and integrated diagnostics ASTORIA, NY, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hands-On Diagnostics is proud to announce a significant …

Dr. Craig Deligdish and OMNI Healthcare Welcome Renowned Trauma Surgeon Dr. Edgar Figueroa, FACS

MELBOURNE, FL, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- OMNI Healthcare is proud to welcome board-certified general surgeon Dr. Edgar Figueroa, MD, FACS, to its physician group — a significant addition to its mission of delivering high- …

Chenin Orthodontic Group Named 'Top Orthodontist' in Desert Companion Magazine for 2026, Recognized 12th year in a row

"Favorite Orthodontist" - "Best Orthodontist" as voted by dentist peers in Southern Nevada's Desert Companion Magazine for 2026 LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Chenin Orthodontic Group …

Six-Month Outcomes Show Holistic Approach Effectiveness

iRely Recovery Reports Addiction Treatment Outcomes Above National Averages with 87% Completion Rate LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- iRely Recovery has released its first comprehensive six-month outcomes report …

医師とホリスティックヒーラーが初コラボ——「アレルギー性鼻炎をエネルギーワークで整える」特別ウェビナーを6月21日に開催

現代医療とエネルギーウェルネスが融合した、まったく新しいウェルビーイング体験 TOKYO, TOKYO, JAPAN, June 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NOCCI Wellness Energy Circleは、医学博士・島倉秀也医師（龍ヶ崎大徳ヘルシークリニック院長）とホリスティックヒーラー・NOCCIによる特別コラボウェビナー「アレルギー性鼻炎をエネルギーワークで整える」を、2026年6月21日（日）日本時間20:00 …

Two Childhood Friends, 11 Years of Care: The Doctors Behind Elevate Health Group Mark a Milestone

Dr. Narbeh Tovmassian, MD, FACP and Dr. Garen Derhartunian, MD, FACP founded Elevate Health Group in Glendale in 2015 & the practice spans three locations. GLENDALE, CA, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This year, Elevate …

Dr. Simon S. Rabinowitz Named Top Pediatric Gastroenterologist of the Year by IAOTP

The International Association of Top Professionals (IAOTP) will honor Dr. Simon S. Rabinowitz at their Annual Awards Gala in NYC at the Plaza Hotel NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The International Association of …

Mohali Gynaecologist Dr. Tejinder Kaur Featured for 15 Years of Impact in Women's Healthcare and Community Education

MOHALI (SAS NAGAR), PUNJAB, INDIA, June 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recognition for Excellence in Women's Healthcare Mohali, Punjab: Dr. Tejinder Kaur, Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at Motherhood Hospital, Mohali, has been …

RCP response to Lord Mann’s review of antisemitism and racism in the NHS

The Royal College of Physicians (RCP) has welcomed the findings of Lord Mann’s review of antisemitism and other forms of racism across the NHS and healthcare regulatory system, and the government’s acceptance of its recommendations. Professor Mumtaz Patel …

Mentavi Health to Present Adult ADHD Diagnostic Evaluation Data at Psych Congress Elevate 2026

Co-authors CMO Barry K. Herman, MD, MMM, and VP Michelle Ripper-Lewis, BSN, to co-present Mentavi's peer-reviewed adult ADHD validation poster. LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, June 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mentavi Health, a provider of …

International Spiritual Leader NOCCI Introduces the NOCCI Transformation Method

A new approach to emotional healing, consciousness expansion, and human potential development through energy-based practices. TOKYO, TOKYO, JAPAN, June 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- International spiritual leader, channeler, and founder of NOCCI …

Tiller-Hewitt HealthCare Strategies Celebrates 25 Years of Helping Healthcare Organizations Achieve Strategic Growth

ST. LOUIS, MO, UNITED STATES, June 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tiller-Hewitt HealthCare Strategies is celebrating its 25th anniversary, marking a quarter century of helping hospitals, health systems, physician groups, and healthcare leaders …

AMA webinar recording on maternity care coding changes now available

A recording of a free webinar on maternity care coding hosted by the American Medical Association on June 2 is now available. Registration is required to view the recording. The session covers the upcoming Current Procedural Terminology 2027 maternity care …

AHA, West Health launch learning collaborative on aging care 

The AHA is launching a new learning collaborative, Adopting Digital Tools for Better Aging Care, which is part of the West Health Accelerator at AHA’s Health Research & Educational Trust. The six-month collaborative will focus on operational …

AHA’s 10th annual #HAVhope Friday calls for workplace violence prevention and safer work environment 

June 5, 2026 is #HAVhope Friday, a national day of awareness highlighting how America’s hospitals and health systems prevent violence in their workplaces and communities by seeking partnerships, innovations and creative thinking to foster peace. The # …

CMS releases updated report on complaint data, enforcement efforts 

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has released an updated report on complaint data and enforcement of health insurance market reforms. CMS said it received 39,999 complaints alleging potential violations of requirements under the Public …

House Appropriations Committee releases FY 2027 appropriations bill 

The House Appropriations Committee June 4 released the fiscal year 2027 appropriations bill for the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and related agencies. The bill provides a total discretionary allocation of $189.3 billion. HHS …