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Government agencies team up to help achieve equity in cancer outcomes

The Health Research Council (HRC), Te Aho o Te Kahu, the Cancer Control Agency, and the Ministry of Health have today announced $6.2 million in funding for research aimed at addressing the stark inequities in cancer care and survival for Māori and Pacific peoples in New Zealand.

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Extra $6.8M for emerging researchers impacted by COVID-19

The Health Research Council of New Zealand will contribute $6.8M in additional funding for the emerging researchers it supports, to help counter the impact of COVID-19 on the research sector.

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More than $12.2M awarded for health delivery research

The Health Research Council is delighted to announce the results of its latest Health Delivery Research investment rounds, designed to improve patient care and healthcare systems in Aotearoa New Zealand.

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Featured events

New Zealand Society for Oncology Conference 2021

This conference is open to all clinicians, nurses and scientists who are providing care for patients with cancer. NB: New dates.

Thursday, 27 Jan 2022 10:00am - Saturday, 29 Jan 2022 6:30pm

Distinction Hotel & Conference Centre
390 Fenton Street, Glenholme
Rotorua 3010
New Zealand