Not a One-Size-Fits-All Service
Problem
Each day, about 9 to 10 women in New Zealand are diagnosed with breast cancer, with Māori and Pacific women facing the toughest battles. We want to understand why there are different outcomes for women depending on whether their cancer is detected through screening or by symptoms.
Project
We’re studying over 40,000 breast cancer cases to analyse detection methods, tumour characteristics, and costs. This will help us make recommendations to improve and expand New Zealand’s breast cancer screening programs.
Outcome
Our findings could lead to policy changes that make breast cancer detection more affordable, effective, and fair for all women in New Zealand.
Future
We envision a future where breast cancer detection and treatment are accessible and effective for everyone, helping to improve health outcomes across New Zealand.
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Can Functional MRI of the Brain help us understand Brain Fog in Women with Breast Cancer?
Up to 70% of women with breast cancer experience cognitive difficulties, but scientists still don't fully understand why this happens. Without a clear understanding of the underlying cause, it is d...
Exploring Better Breast Imaging for Women in Aotearoa New Zealand
Mammograms save lives by finding breast cancer early. But they do not work equally well for everyone.For women with very dense breast tissue, cancer can be harder to see on a standard mammogram. Th...
From Evidence to Action: Expanding the ‘Not a One-Size-Fits-All’ Breast Cancer Screening Model for Aotearoa New Zealand.
Breast cancer screening in Aotearoa New Zealand does not benefit all women equally. Many cancers are still found outside the national screening programme, and Māori and Pacific women can face delay...
