@prostatenz profile picture
ProstateCancerNZ @prostatenz

Reducing suffering and death from prostate cancer through education and research, supporting men and their families, and advocating on their behalf.

Joined May 2016
  • Tweets 500
  • Following 156
  • Followers 180
179 Photos and videos
"We encourage the government to consider a pilot prostate cancer screening programme in a region with appropriate MRI capacity" - Petitions Select Committee #ProstateCancerNZ #earlydetectionsaveslives thepost.co.nz/nz-news/360540…
1
1
67
While #ProstateCancer treatments get better, patients still experience side effects. PCOR-ANZ data reports 38% experience bother with sexual function, compared to 10% urinary bother and 5% bowel. @nzherald nzherald.co.nz/bay-of-plenty…

'Bombshell': Prostate cancer survivor speaks out on 'stigmatised' side effects

"Before, you had no limitations ... and all of a sudden there’s a handbrake on."

nzherald.co.nz
62
And prostate cancer? Both in the latest available data (2021) and 7-yrs (2014-2021) prostate cancer accounts for the highest registrations (all genders). Cancer: The high-profile Kiwis who have publicly shared their diagnoses, via @nzherald nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/can…

10 high-profile Kiwis who have gone public with their cancer diagnosis

The actors, broadcasters and sports stars who have shared their cancer journeys.

nzherald.co.nz
1
84
Fancy a voicemail from #PaddyGower that'll make your grandma blush? All for a good cause @TradeMe auction now live #blueseptembernz #dosomethingblue @blueseptembernz tinyurl.com/pgvoicemail
1
1
62
Way to go NZ 500k and climbing. Big thanks to all our DRY JULYers keep it up you're rocking it @DryJulyNZ #DryJulyNZ

ALT Dogs Puppy GIF

Dry July NZ@DryJulyNZ
14 Jul 2024
We're two weeks into Dry July and so close to the halfway point... But who's counting?! Look at us go! We've already raised over $500,000 to help improve the lives of people affected by cancer and you should all feel incredibly proud. Donate today 👉 dryjuly.co.nz/donate
21
“We applaud them for extending breast cancer screening to 74. Everyone acknowledges that the sooner cancer is detected, the better clinical outcomes. We just have one question for the government - is cancer that is specific to men not important? tinyurl.com/9nb5uu8e
1
2
84
Nice surprise visit from @dbseymour yesterday, a great supporter of the Foundation's mahi. A good opportunity to continue conversations from the “Valuing Life” 2-day medicines summit at Parliament earlier this week.
29
Let's be clear here. We're simply asking for a pilot programme, in Waitematā and Tairāwhiti, which would give guidance on whether a national screening programme would work, and if so, how it should be delivered and communicated. thepost.co.nz/nz-news/350211…

Prostate cancer screening ‘would save lives’

OPINION: The Health Minister’s “show me a country” comments on prostate cancer are deflating and misinformed, the Prostate Cancer Foundation writes.

thepost.co.nz
2
58
Calling for any #prostatecancer patients with an experience to share to participate in our Patient Experience Survey. Help us advocate for improved standards of care and treatment. tinyurl.com/patientexperienc…
1
226
There hasn't been a new therapeutic treatment [for #prostatecancer funded in almost 10 years, while overseas, they are about two generations of medicine ahead of us. rnz.co.nz/news/national/4967…

Patient advocate campaigners call for better access to new medicines

A collective of patient advocate organisations have joined together to push for better access to breakthrough medicines.

rnz.co.nz
2
4
341
If you agree, like Kristine, that our men deserve a prostate cancer early detection programme you've got 7 weeks before the election to lobby your local politicians. #earlydetectionsaveslives #prostatecancernz nzherald.co.nz/nz/kristine-h…

Kristine Hayward: An end to needless prostate cancer deaths

OPINION: 'Too many men are dying early and it needs to stop.'

nzherald.co.nz
1
1
214
A momentus day. The 30,500 signature petition has been handed over, received by @NZNationalParty's Gerry Brownlee. But the work continues, to get a pilot #prostatecancer screening programme underway. #earlydetectionsaveslives
1
5
468
It's been a long road, but we made it. Thank you Kristine for being such a strong advocate for men's health. Bruce will be watching proudly💙Prostate cancer: Petition calling for early screening programme for men goes to Parliament newshub.co.nz/home/new-zeala…

'Time we look after our men': Prostate cancer petition goes to Parliament

"Get it on track, like we're doing for women. Please we're desperate. These figures are way too unacceptable, too high."

stuff.co.nz
2
126
To all 30,317 of you who signed Kristine Hayward's petition calling for a centrally funded and administered early #prostatecancer detection strategy - thank you from the bottom of our hearts 🙏💙 If you can, please join us in presenting it to Parliament on Thursday.
1
3
207
On the road again, en-route to Wellington for a special event on the 27th. Watch this space for details, in the meantime check out the stunning National Park. #earlydetectionsaveslives #petition #prostatecancernz
2
5
183
#prostatecancer kills around 700 NZ men a year. Kristine Hayward lost her husband Bruce prematurely to the disease. Her petition for a population-based testing regime, if implemented, could cut mortality by as much as 50%. If you agree please sign it 🙏 tinyurl.com/petitionkh
1
3
202
Keep it up NZ, week 2's almost done & dusted. The Chch Prost-FIT crew are with you, and also leading by example with their own @DryJulyNZ team. Funds raised this #DryJulyNZ will help more blokes living with #prostatecancer benefit from this tailored exercise programme.
Dry July NZ@DryJulyNZ
11 Jul 2023
Hey Dry Julyers, how's your second week of #DryJulyNZ going? 😊 Whether you're finding the challenge a breeze or a little tough, just remember why you signed up. ❤️ You're making a massive difference to people affected by cancer, and for that, we think you're amazing!
86
All donations received until 10am tomorrow (NZDT) will be matched $1 for $1 by a generous anonymous donor, up to $50,000. It'll run out quick so head on over to make your donation really count today. dryjuly.co.nz/donate #DoubleTheImpact #DryJulyNZ
61
ProstateCancerNZ retweeted
Dry July NZ@DryJulyNZ
29 Jun 2023
Know someone who would JULY-ke to join you going dry? Tag them and find your sober-sidekick for Dry July! Sign up before the challenge starts THIS SATURDAY! 👉 bit.ly/3NtJKFq
1
1
53
Join our #Trek4ProstateTuscany team on a life-changing adventure with other like-minded souls who want to contribute to a world where prostate cancer doesn't strip families of joy. #charityfundraiser @inspiredadvntrs #PCFNZTuscany24 Find out more at tinyurl.com/PCFNZTuscany2024
43
Load more