Cancer campaigner shows breast scans to political leaders

Tuesday 27 October 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Tue 27 Oct, 1:30pm

In this story Christopher Luxon, Labour Party, Chris Hipkins

Julie Haines, a breast cancer survivor, has met with Christopher Luxon and Chris Hipkins to show them her scans. The campaigner is running a petition to ensure women are informed about their breast density and offered alternative imaging where necessary.

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First reported by The Press, Tue 27 Oct, 4:00am · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 10 hours

The PressTue 27 Oct, 4:00am

Cancer campaigner tracks down the two Chrises to show them her breast scans (opens in new tab)
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StuffTue 27 Oct, 1:30pm

Cancer campaigner Julie Haines speaks with Christopher Luxon (opens in new tab)