Caring Connections, Empowering lives for people affected by Anal Cancer in new zealand
Welcome to Anal Cancer Support Services Aotearoa
If you’re reading this it’s likely that you, or someone you know, has been diagnosed with anal cancer. Anal Cancer Support Services Aotearoa is a safe space where you can learn all there is to know about anal cancer, and reach out to people who have been through it.
We’re here to provide information, answer your questions, and support you through life after a cancer diagnosis. Welcome.
Mary’s story
I was 59 years old, working full-time as a gynaecologist, when I was diagnosed with anal cancer. I was fit and feeling otherwise well, and never thought I would get cancer. During Auckland’s Covid lockdowns…
About anal cancer
Anal cancer is rare, however it’s becoming more common in New Zealand. In 2020, the most recent year reported, 107 people were diagnosed with anal cancer here, compared to 72 people in 2012. Women are slightly more likely to develop anal cancer than men, and the average age at diagnosis is 60.
Podcast
We have recently made a podcast series about anal cancer all you wanted to know but were afraid to ask.
The links to spotify and apple podcasts are below. Please have a listen.
Diagnosis & Treatment
After being diagnosed with anal cancer, tests will determine how big the cancer is and if it has spread to other parts of the body. There are different stages of anal cancer, and this will determine the treatment plan and prognosis.
Support
Whether you have an anal cancer diagnosis yourself, or someone you care about is experiencing this disease, we’re here for you.
Donate
By donating to the Anal Cancer Support Services Aotearoa you are helping us achieve our goals of supporting people with anal cancer in New Zealand and to be an advocate for all preventative strategies and new treatments for anal cancer. Thank you.
ASSCA is a registered charitable trust, the number is CC61289.
“You don’t have to walk this journey by yourself”