Blood Cancer NZ

Just weeks after unexplained bruises began appearing on his body, nine-year-old Parker was diagnosed with severe aplastic anaemia.

With his mum Renee, brothers Jasper and Coen, and Tim from Blood Cancer NZ by his side, he faced a bone marrow transplant, six weeks in isolation, and weeks apart from the brothers he’d always been inseparable from.

"I started to see the happy light we were losing in Parker come back," says Renee.

Read more about Parker's incredible journey here:
https://www.bloodcancer.org.nz/patient-stories/parkers-story

Today is World Cancer Research Day 🌍

This year marks the tenth anniversary of World Cancer Research Day, a decade of global advocacy that has brought together researchers, patients, healthcare professionals, research funders, policymakers and citizens all working towards a future with better outcomes for everyone affected by cancer.

This World Cancer Research Day, join us in championing research that is meaningful, inclusive, and benefits everyone.

Find out more via the website: https://worldcancerresearchday.com/

Want to learn more about the research we support at Blood Cancer NZ? Visit our website here: https://www.bloodcancer.org.nz/research

Another thank you to the amazing nurses & health care workers at Middlemore Hospital!

We’re so grateful for the hard work, care, and kindness you give to patients facing blood cancer every day. ❤️

More than 10,000 people have signed the Forbidden Pharmacy Open Letter calling for better access to medicines in Aotearoa.

Today the 17 patient organisations behind the Forbidden Pharmacy campaign delivered those voices to Parliament; where representatives from all of the major political parties came out to meet us and receive the Open Letter.

Amanda Broughton, patient and advocate, shared her story and delivered the Letter on behalf of New Zealanders.

But this isn’t the end. The Open Letter is still open, and we want even more New Zealanders to add their names.

A huge thank you to everyone who has signed and shared so far. 10,000+ voices are already making themselves heard — let’s keep building that number.

And, in true Wellington style, the weather made sure we earned the moment.

Add your support - https://tinyurl.com/forbiddenpharmacy

🎗️ Today is World CML Day!

For World CML Day on 22 September 2026, Blood Cancer NZ joins the global CML community in recognising this year's campaign, From Access to Monitoring: 25 Years Forward for Every CML Patient.

Twenty-five years ago, the first targeted therapy transformed Chronic Myeloid Leukaemia from a fatal diagnosis into a manageable chronic condition for many patients worldwide, one of modern medicine's great success stories.

But access hasn't kept pace with science. Too many people with CML still face barriers to timely diagnosis, treatment, and the monitoring needed for the best outcomes.

Today we recognise everyone working to close that gap, and recommit to a future where access to treatment, monitoring, and patient-centred care are standards, not privileges.

To learn more about World CML Day, visit here: https://www.worldcmlday.org/

Want to learn more about CML? Visit our easy-to-read info sheet on our website: https://www.bloodcancer.org.nz/blood-cancer-information/chronic-myeloid-leukaemia

CML Advocates Network

Thank you for shining with us at this year's Shine for a Cure! ✨

There were more than 2,000 participants in Auckland and Christchurch, walking together and raising vital funds for blood cancer research. What a turnout!

Together, we've raised a record-breaking $135,488 (and counting!) to support life-changing research and better treatments for blood cancer patients across Aotearoa.

A huge thank you to our wonderful suppliers and volunteers, whose generosity and hard work made both events such a success. 🌟

It's not too late to support the event! Donate at www.shineforacure.org.nz

P.S. feel free to share your pics below 👇

Today is World ALL Day 🌍 (Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia)

World ALL Day is a global campaign aimed to raise awareness of acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL) and amplify the voices of patients, as well as the families, caregivers, and communities who support them.

Want to learn more about the importance of World ALL Day? visit here: https://know-alleukemia.com/world-all-day

Or, visit our easy-to-read booklet about acute lymphoblastic leukaemia here: https://www.bloodcancer.org.nz/blood-cancer-information/acute-lymphoblastic-leukaemia

Shine for a Cure is going ahead in both Auckland and Christchurch Rain or shine ;)! If you are attending the Auckland event, we advise to bring a raincoat. ☔✨

✨ Today's the Day! Shine for a Cure 2026 ✨

Thank you for joining us as we light up the night and stand together for those impacted by blood cancer. 💛

Please check in by 5pm, we'll see you this evening at Auckland Domain or Hagley Park.

Posting tonight? Tag us in your photos and stories, we'd love to see the night through your eyes.