Breast Cancer Organisations
BreastScreen Aotearoa
The government’s national breast cancer screening programme for well women providing free mammograms to women aged 45-69.
Phone 0800 270 200 or visit www.healthywomen.org.nz
Breast Cancer Network
An organisation for survivors of breast cancer and their supporters. It aims to promote increased efforts to prevent and cure breast cancer – by advocacy, education, information and networking.
Phone 09 526 8853 or visit www.bcn.org.nz
Breast Cancer Support Services
A group of women with breast cancer who provide information and support. Check your local telephone directory for your nearest support group.
Phone 0800 800 426 or visit www.cancernz.org.nz
Cancer Society of New Zealand
For more information about breast cancer diagnosis and treatment, phone your local Cancer Society Information Service.
Phone 01800 800 426 or visit www.cancernz.org.nz
Dragon Boat Teams
Dragon boating has become a popular team sport and recovery vehicle for women after they have finished their treatment. The teams also act as a very good support network for each other. Contact your local cancer society to see if a team is in your area.
Phone 0800 800 426
Look Good – Feel Better
A free national public workshop programme dedicated to teaching women with cancer, through hands on experience, techniques to help restore their appearance and self-image during chemotherapy and radiation treatment.
Phone 0800 865 432 or visit www.lookgoodfeelbetter.co.nz
Lymphoedema Society
This group’s main focus is women who have had lymph nodes removed during surgery. This society gives information on exercises, coping skills and support garments to try and prevent post operative Lymphoedema. Talk to your local Cancer Society for a contact number.
Phone 0800 800 426
WONS
Nursing, education and health promotion services established to work with women, to promote wellness, through cervical smear testing and breast examinations and by offering advice on related health issues.
Phone 09 523 0263 or visit www.wons.org.nz
Women’s Health Action
A public interest consumer advocacy group in women’s health. Women working for women.
Phone 09 520 5295 or visit www.womens-health.org.nz
YWCA Encore
After breast cancer gentle exercise programme. Helping women restore mobility, flexibility and confidence through gentle exercise.
Phone 0800 362 673 or visit www.encore.org.nz
