
Types of cancer
Ngā momo matepukupuku Cancer is not just one disease. There are many different types of cancer, usually named from the organ or cell type where the cancer started.There are more than 200 different types of cancers. This page provides information on the symptoms to look out for, how it is treated, and helpful websites where people and whānau can fund support.
The cancer information provided on our website has been developed with by subject matter experts to provide general advice and background information only.
This website and its content shouldn’t be used to diagnose conditions or as a basis for treatment decisions.
- Always visit your doctor (GP) if you or a family member are unwell.
- You can phone Healthline any time for free health advice from trained health professionals.
- In an emergency, phone 111 for an ambulance.
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