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Let’s Connect...... with the Cancer Society and its services
3rd Quarter 2019Our mission: Improving community well-being by reducing the incidence and impact of cancer.
Right now, across New Zealand, Cancer Society volunteers and staff members, along with staff from the ANZ Bank, are preparing for Daffodil Day.
This year’s Daffodil Day theme is ‘Change for better’, recognising that every dollar donated to the Cancer Society helps make hard times a little better for the 1 in 3 kiwis affected by cancer, and their whānau and friends.
By donating your spare change – and more, if you can, you are helping to make a direct and positive difference in the life of someone facing a cancer diagnosis. The funds raised on Daffodil Day will be used to ensure our free services continue to be available to those people who need them. These services include our information and supportive care programmes, our accommodation service at Daffodil House and Daffodil Lodge, volunteer services such as transport to treatment and the funding of vital cancer research.
Your donation helps fund these cancer support services for people in our community, providing practical and meaningful assistance during some of the most challenging times in their lives.
If you would like to be involved with Daffodil Day and assist us with street collections on Friday 30th or Saturday 31st August, please register your interest on www.daffodilday.org.nz or contact your local Cancer Society Centre.
Daffodil Day
Cancer Society Ball The 30th Cancer Society ball was celebrated in true style in the recently refurbished Christchurch Town Hall. For many of the guests it was their first visit back to the Town Hall, with many commenting how wonderful it was to be back in such a special venue.
Special thanks to our main sponsors - Singapore Airlines and our venue host Vbase; Youngs’ Jewellers for the stunning golden ticket raffle prize; those who contributed to our silent and live auctions; and the extremely generous guests who supported the evening.
What’s New In Cancer Research?
Wednesday 14th August 5:30pm to 7pm
Rolleston College Auditorium
FREE EVENT
Please RSVP to [email protected]
Topic includes:· Banking cancer tissue for future
research· Immune therapy· Breast cancer genetics· Breast cancer research and obesity· Vitamin C in cancer
Daffodil DayWith your help there is Hope
Bowel cancer report highlights worrying trend
New research on the chances of developing bowel cancer is good news and bad news.
The research, part-funded by Cancer Society, highlights the need to invest in cancer prevention, early detection and screening services. In particular, establishing the bowel screening programme across the country is a matter of urgency.
The good news is bowel cancer rates are falling for people aged 50 or over. Much of this has been attributed to screening and an increase in the use of colonoscopy to remove pre-cancerous polyps.
The worrying finding though, is that the rates of bowel cancer in people under 50 are increasing, by around 3%. This is seen particularly in people aged 30-50. So more young people are developing bowel cancer than previously, although still at low rates.
The reasons for this are not yet known, although there are several theories. Researchers think that changes in the gut microbiome – the mixture of bacteria found in the gut - may be to blame.
We don’t yet know the “best” or “healthiest” bugs to have in your gut. Many are interested in how diet affects the type of bugs in your gut, as this might be how diet influences bowel cancer.
Cancer Society is advocating for more research to understand the causes, but we already know a low fibre diet that’s high in red and processed meat, high alcohol intake, obesity and physical inactivity are all key contributors to bowel cancer risk.
More work is needed to understand the mechanisms. But the research shows that bowel cancer is not going away, that people are never too young to develop bowel cancer, and that you should never sit on your symptoms.
Dr Chris JacksonMedical Director of Cancer Society of New Zealand
Cancer Society of New Zealand Canterbury-West Coast Division Inc.
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Question: I’ve been having chemotherapy for a few months now and I’d really like to get back into some exercise, what can I do?
Research shows regular exercise can increase energy and help fatigue.Your options will depend on your physical condition, the stage and type of cancer you have, the treatment you are receiving, and any side affects you might be experiencing. It’s important to talk with your doctor to see what kind of exercise is right for you.A couple of tips: start slowly and build up time and intensity gradually, ease back if you are feeling particularly tired and take a break on the days you don’t feel up to it.
Question: I’ve been having chemotherapy for a few weeks now and I’ve noticed food is starting to taste different and sometimes I have a metallic taste in my mouth. What can I do about it?
There are a few things you can do: Try using plastic utensils and glass cookware to lessen a metallic taste. Try adding garlic, herbs and MILD spices to food. However, it’s best to avoid spicy foods if you have a sore mouth or mouth ulcers.
Usually, your sense of taste begins to come back to normal within a few weeks of finishing chemotherapy. Radiation treatment to the head or neck area can cause a loss of taste for a longer period. The taste buds need time to recover from radiation damage. This usually improves slowly, although it can take many months or longer for your sense of taste to return.
For more answers, support or just a chat, get in touch or visit our website www.cancernz.org.nz 0800 CANCER (226 237)
Q and AYour cancer questions answered by
our Cancer Information Team
Bowel cancer in New Zealand* New Zealand has the highest rate of bowel cancer in the world
* It is the second highest cause of cancer death in New Zealand
* 75% of bowel cancer is curable if caught early
* Bowel cancer typically occurs after the age of 50 with only 10% of cases affecting people under 50 – although research indicates this rate is rising
Cancer Society shopping totes
Once again, we are delighted to have the support of New World stores across the South Island, who are currently selling our colourful shopping totes.
If you would like to show your support of the Cancer Society and purchase one of the bags for $5.00 please pop into your local New World store or your local Cancer Society centre.
Generous rural communities to support
Cancer SocietyThe Cancer Society is really pleased to be one of the charities chosen for the PGG Wrightson Cash for Communities scheme this year. It not only means support for our work, but a chance to communicate with rural communities about key cancer prevention messages such as sun safety.Farmers can register their farm to be part of the programme and choose to nominate the Cancer Society. Then, for every tonne of Ballance fertiliser purchased through PGG Wrightson, one dollar will be donated to the Cancer Society. Richard Weightman, National Sales Manager for PGG Wrightson told us “We are delighted to be working with the Cancer Society to help raise funds and support all of the care their volunteers and staff offer to the rural community” If you are a PGG Wrightson client and would like to support the Cancer Society with this campaign please register your interest and support on www.cashforcommunities.co.nz
Paint August YellowAs part of our 2019 Daffodil Day campaign we are asking you to help us Paint August Yellow. This is an easy way to participate and show your support of the Cancer Society. Free resources are available and can be downloaded from the website - www.daffodilday.org.nz/#getinvolved3
Wellbeing and ResilienceThe Resilience and Well-being Public presentations held in Ashburton and Christchurch on 6 and 7 June were very successful events. The presenters, Julie Zarifeh and Jake Bailey inspired the large audiences with their personal cancer journeys and how they turned adversity into models of resilience and well-being.
None of us gets out of life alive, so be gallant, be great, be gracious, and be grateful for the opportunities you have.
Jake Bailey 2015
Along with the main events two additional presentations for 640 students from Ashburton College and Mt Hutt College were held.
Julie and Jake’s presentations were very insightful and interesting to listen to. Both Jake and Julie’s situations were heart-breaking, which makes their stories of how they coped and recovered very inspiring. The students at Ashburton College all very much enjoyed listening to them speak. Thank you for bringing these speakers to our school.
Mollie Gibson, Head Girl, Ashburton College
At the Christchurch event, Jake and Julie were joined by Josh Komen from Greymouth, who was diagnosed with leukaemia whilst training as an elite athlete. Josh inspired the audience with an incredibly moving and heartfelt personal story. One day he was one of the fastest New Zealand 800 metre runners training for the Commonwealth Games and the next day was running a different race – a race for his life against cancer. Sati Ravichandiren, President of the University of Canterbury’s Student Volunteer Army, hosted the Christchurch event, and added another dimension to the resilience message.
All of the speakers provided the audience with practical ways to deal with adversity and how to cope in tough times. These seminars could not have taken place without our event sponsors and guest speakers, and we are incredibly grateful for their support of the Cancer Society.
Cancer Society Centre97 Fitzgerald AvenuePO Box 13450Christchurch 8141Telephone: 03 379 5835Fax: 03 377 2804e: [email protected]
South Canterbury Centre32 Memorial AvenuePO Box 682Timaru 7940Telephone: 03 688 0124Fax: 03 684 6314e: [email protected]
West Coast Centre98 High StreetPO Box 81Greymouth 7840Telephone: 03 768 9557Fax: 03 768 9587e:[email protected]
Mid Canterbury Centre122 Kermode StreetPO Box 296Ashburton 7740Telephone 03 307 7691e: [email protected]
Cancer Information Service Freephone 0800 CANCER 0800 226 237 www.cancernz.org.nz
Charities Commission: CC 10981
DIARY DATES14 August What’s New In Cancer Research? Rolleston30 August Daffodil Day www.daffodilday.org.nz November 2019 Jump for Cancer14 March 2020 Relay For Life, Waimate14 March 2020 Relay For Life, West Coast28 March 2020 Relay For Life, Christchurch
Cancer Society bouquetsMy husband’s journey seemed tougher than mine, but we are both so grateful for the total support of the Cancer Society. It is a real bugger we had to go through this journey to meet the most beautiful, caring and genuine people.
Lyn
P.S I’m doing great
Dear Anna,
I want to place on record my sincere appreciation for the soft food instruction and demonstration evening tonight. The Presenters were very knowledgeable, and passionate about their subject, which they presented very professionally.
I learnt more about soft food preparation and the variations available than I ever dreamed of in the 10 years since my oral radiation treatment.
I wish the Presenters every success and look forward eagerly to their next demonstration which I hope will be soon.
Very best regards,
John
Selwyn Centre 6B Kidman StreetPO Box 25Rolleston 7643Telephone 03 925 9708e: [email protected]
Recycled RunawaySuccessful Recycled Runway events have been held recently in Christchurch, Timaru and Hokitika. All the events were well-supported and everyone seemed to go home with a bargain! Special thanks to all those who generously donated shoes, handbags and clothing for the events.
The Cancer Society across New Zealand has been delighted to receive a significant number of outdoor bench seats made by building apprentices in their Regional Certified Building Association Challenge. The 10 seats generously donated to the Canterbury-West Coast Division he been used for various activities, including our patient accommodation facilities, Cancer Society offices and centres, and as sought-after fundraising items.
Nick Matthews South Island Business Development Manager, Certified Builders, Liz Chesterman Cancer Society, Grant Florence CE, Certified Builders Association, Amanda Warren Cancer Society, Tafesilafai Lalomilo Apprentice Challenge Finalist, representing Canterbury
Nigel Lavender, owner of “The Sports Store” in Rangiora, recently had an open evening at his store and, in conjunction with Icebreaker, has donated 50 Icebreaker chutes for people affected by cancer in the North Canterbury area. The chutes are wonderful to keep the head and neck warm, especially during periods of cancer treatment and in winter!! To date, the chutes have been distributed to people throughout Rangiora, Hurunui, Cheviot and Kaikoura.
Jason Blake Cancer Society Manager Supportive Care and Information (left) and Nigel Lavender with some of the donated Icebreaker chutes.
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Cancer Society volunteer Shona Marshall (left) and Cancer Society’s Westland community liaison Maree Yaxley (right) model some of the preloved clothing from the recent charity pop-up shop in Hokitika
