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What’s behind our increasing rates of cancer in New Zealand?

August 30, 202400:31
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bow cancer is the second biggest killer
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of cancer in New Zealand behind lung
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it's been over 20 years since any new
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funded drugs have come in so there's
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people dying of bell cancer cuz they
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can't afford to pay for the drugs like
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some of these drugs are 60 Grand a year
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so it makes me actually quite angry cuz
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it's like even if you have health
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insurance it still doesn't cover the
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whole amount 9,500 people die of cancer
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a year in New Zealand we're one of the
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highest rates per population why is this
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happening in New Zealand why are so many
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more people die of cancer than on the
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road

Podspun Insights

In this gripping episode, the harsh realities of bowel cancer in New Zealand take center stage, revealing a crisis that has persisted for over two decades. The discussion dives deep into the staggering statistics, with 9,500 lives lost annually to cancer, making it a leading cause of death—second only to lung cancer. Listeners are taken on an emotional journey as the host expresses frustration over the lack of new funded treatments, highlighting the exorbitant costs of necessary drugs that leave many without options. The episode challenges the audience to confront the systemic issues within healthcare and the dire consequences of financial barriers to life-saving treatments. It’s a call to action that resonates on multiple levels, sparking anger, empathy, and a desire for change.

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Episode Highlights

  • High Cost of Cancer Drugs
    Some cancer drugs cost as much as 60 grand a year, making them unaffordable for many.
    “Some of these drugs are 60 Grand a year.”
    @ 00m 11s
    August 30, 2024
  • Alarming Cancer Death Rates
    New Zealand has one of the highest cancer death rates per population, with 9,500 deaths annually.
    “9,500 people die of cancer a year in New Zealand.”
    @ 00m 17s
    August 30, 2024

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Key Moments

  • Drug Affordability00:11
  • High Mortality Rate00:17