Colorectal cancer is now leading cause of death among young adults with cancer: new report
Colorectal cancer is now among the leading causes of cancer deaths for young adults, according to a new report from the American Cancer Society (ACS).
Colorectal cancer is now among the leading causes of cancer deaths for young adults, according to a new report from the American Cancer Society (ACS).
Ohio mom faked young daughter’s cancer diagnosis, shaved her head for thousands in donations: Sheriff
A 41-year-old Ohio mom has been charged with theft by deception after allegedly faking that her 7-year-old daughter had leukemia for years.
A 41-year-old Ohio mom has been charged with theft by deception after allegedly faking that her 7-year-old daughter had leukemia for years.
Family of cervical cancer patient keeps her memory alive through education
Throughout the month of January, medical professionals are trying to raise awareness about cervical cancer and important preventative steps.
Throughout the month of January, medical professionals are trying to raise awareness about cervical cancer and important preventative steps.
Bay Area pediatric patient determined not to let cancer win as he gears up for second battle
One 11-year-old boy in Hillsborough County is getting ready to begin his second battle with cancer.
One 11-year-old boy in Hillsborough County is getting ready to begin his second battle with cancer.
Wildfires may release cancer-causing chromium 6, study reveals
A recent study from Stanford University has revealed a concerning connection between wildfires and the release of chromium 6, a known cancer-causing agent.
A recent study from Stanford University has revealed a concerning connection between wildfires and the release of chromium 6, a known cancer-causing agent.
Comedian Tom Smothers, half of Smothers Brothers duo, dies at 86
Tom Smothers, half of the Smothers Brothers and the co-host of one of the most socially conscious and groundbreaking television shows in the history of the medium, has died at 86.
Tom Smothers, half of the Smothers Brothers and the co-host of one of the most socially conscious and groundbreaking television shows in the history of the medium, has died at 86.
Bay Area woman defies odds after spinal cord surgery to remove tumor found after minor crash
One woman never expected that a minor car accident could help save her life.
One woman never expected that a minor car accident could help save her life.
James McCaffrey, 'Max Payne' and 'Rescue Me' star, dead at 65
James McCaffrey, the voice behind the "Max Payne" video games, has died at 65.
James McCaffrey, the voice behind the "Max Payne" video games, has died at 65.
Merck-Moderna vaccine with Keytruda cuts risk of skin cancer relapse or death by half, data shows
Moderna on Thursday announced that an experimental cancer vaccine it is developing with Merck — when combined with the latter’s Keytruda immunotherapy — has been proven in a clinical trial to cut the risk of recurrence or death from the "most serious form of skin cancer" by half after three years.
Moderna on Thursday announced that an experimental cancer vaccine it is developing with Merck — when combined with the latter’s Keytruda immunotherapy — has been proven in a clinical trial to cut the risk of recurrence or death from the "most serious form of skin cancer" by half after three years.
Cancer risk could increase with consumption of certain foods and drinks, study finds
Oncologists and dieticians say "overall nutrition quality" is key to lowering your risks of colorectal cancer.
Oncologists and dieticians say "overall nutrition quality" is key to lowering your risks of colorectal cancer.
Bayfront Health hosts event during Breast Cancer Awareness month, promotes mammograms
Bayfront Health in St. Petersburg held a ‘Mocktails and Mammos’ event Thursday night in an effort to share important information on women’s health during Breast Cancer Awareness month – and encourage visitors to schedule their yearly mammograms.
Bayfront Health in St. Petersburg held a ‘Mocktails and Mammos’ event Thursday night in an effort to share important information on women’s health during Breast Cancer Awareness month – and encourage visitors to schedule their yearly mammograms.
VA program helps veterans who have battled breast cancer
Air Force veteran Karen Alexander has been getting some physical training at the James A. Haley VA Hospital in Tampa. It's helping the breast cancer survivor in the aftermath of her treatments.
Air Force veteran Karen Alexander has been getting some physical training at the James A. Haley VA Hospital in Tampa. It's helping the breast cancer survivor in the aftermath of her treatments.
FDA may soon ban some chemical hair-straightening products over cancer risk
Chemical hair straighteners or “relaxers," which are often marketed to Black women, have been linked to a number of short-term and long-term health risks, including uterine cancer.
Chemical hair straighteners or “relaxers," which are often marketed to Black women, have been linked to a number of short-term and long-term health risks, including uterine cancer.
Reach to Recovery offers outreach to those facing breast cancer
Newly diagnosed patients from across the country are matched with survivors who can answer questions and offer support through a website and app with the American Cancer Society's Reach to Recovery program.
Newly diagnosed patients from across the country are matched with survivors who can answer questions and offer support through a website and app with the American Cancer Society's Reach to Recovery program.
Smart sticker provides non-invasive check for skin cancer
Some dermatologists are using a new tool to detect melanoma.
Some dermatologists are using a new tool to detect melanoma.
Cancer screenings: Here are 5 types and critical information to know about each
Manhattan internal medicine specialist breaks down recommendations — and shares why it's key to find disease in early stagesn
Manhattan internal medicine specialist breaks down recommendations — and shares why it's key to find disease in early stagesn
Revere, BayCare’s first full-time facility dog, brings comfort to young cancer patients during treatments
September marks Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, and 400,000 children and teens will develop cancer each year, according to the World Health Organization.
September marks Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, and 400,000 children and teens will develop cancer each year, according to the World Health Organization.
Genetic testing for cancer offered at HCA Florida Blake Hospital
At HCA Florida Blake Hospital, a new test is working to save lives.
At HCA Florida Blake Hospital, a new test is working to save lives.
Linda Evangelista has 'one foot in the grave' after being diagnosed with cancer twice in 5 years
It was only last year when supermodel Linda Evangelista revealed she had secluded herself from the public for half a decade due to deformities she says were caused by CoolSculpting, an FDA-approved procedure known to freeze fat.
It was only last year when supermodel Linda Evangelista revealed she had secluded herself from the public for half a decade due to deformities she says were caused by CoolSculpting, an FDA-approved procedure known to freeze fat.
Jimmy Buffett continued to perform after being diagnosed with rare form of skin cancer
Jimmy Buffett's cause of death was confirmed through his online obituary.
Jimmy Buffett's cause of death was confirmed through his online obituary.