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.
California teen shares story for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
Madisyn isn’t letting her diagnosis stop her from smiling and is sharing her story to help others. Her mom advises parents who notice their children having bizarre symptoms or unique sensations to get checked "just to be on the safe side."
Madisyn isn’t letting her diagnosis stop her from smiling and is sharing her story to help others. Her mom advises parents who notice their children having bizarre symptoms or unique sensations to get checked "just to be on the safe side."
Cancer rates increasing among younger people, doctors encourage screenings
A new study tracking the incidence of early-onset cancers found an increase in people younger than 50-years-old being diagnosed.
A new study tracking the incidence of early-onset cancers found an increase in people younger than 50-years-old being diagnosed.
Cancer patients find comfort and community at Hope Lodge
Hope Lodge is a place were cancer patients can find fellowship in song or celebrate the end of a tough chapter with the ringing of a bell beside strangers who have become friends.
Hope Lodge is a place were cancer patients can find fellowship in song or celebrate the end of a tough chapter with the ringing of a bell beside strangers who have become friends.
How to build a team for Making Strides Against Breast Cancer campaign walks
August is kick-off month for the American Cancer Society's Making Strides Against Breast Cancer campaign.
August is kick-off month for the American Cancer Society's Making Strides Against Breast Cancer campaign.
24-year-old colon cancer patient highlights growing number of young people receiving shocking diagnosis
A 24-year-old received a shocking diagnosis from her doctor.
A 24-year-old received a shocking diagnosis from her doctor.
Moffitt Cancer Center expands telehealth services
We all know someone or know of someone who is battling cancer. The treatments aren’t only draining on the body, but also on the mind and wallet.
We all know someone or know of someone who is battling cancer. The treatments aren’t only draining on the body, but also on the mind and wallet.
‘No guarantee you’ll get enough Vitamin D’: The benefits and drawbacks of sun exposure
Sunbathing can be part of Florida life. But is it really giving you a good dose of vitamin D?
Sunbathing can be part of Florida life. But is it really giving you a good dose of vitamin D?
Aspartame sweetener used in Diet Coke, some chewing gum, may be deemed 'possibly carcinogenic': Report
Aspartame – one of the most common artificial sweeteners in the world – is slated to be declared a possible carcinogen by the World Health Organization's (WHO) cancer research agency next month, according to a report.
Aspartame – one of the most common artificial sweeteners in the world – is slated to be declared a possible carcinogen by the World Health Organization's (WHO) cancer research agency next month, according to a report.
Vaccines could be next big advance in cancer treatment
After decades of limited success, scientists say research has reached a turning point, with many predicting more vaccines will be out in five years.
After decades of limited success, scientists say research has reached a turning point, with many predicting more vaccines will be out in five years.
Shannen Doherty, '90210' star, reveals cancer has spread to her brain in emotional video
The "Beverly Hills, 90210" star shared videos of her undergoing a CT scan and finding out her cancer had spread. "The turmoil….. the timing of it all…. This is what cancer can look like."
The "Beverly Hills, 90210" star shared videos of her undergoing a CT scan and finding out her cancer had spread. "The turmoil….. the timing of it all…. This is what cancer can look like."
Some chemotherapy drugs in short supply, leaving doctors with tough decisions
Cancer patients across the country are running into a major problem that could cost them their lives. Certain chemotherapy drugs are in short supply, causing doctors to make tough decisions about treating patients.
Cancer patients across the country are running into a major problem that could cost them their lives. Certain chemotherapy drugs are in short supply, causing doctors to make tough decisions about treating patients.
Local doctors hope to protect firefighters from cancer with new initiative
Cancer has become the leading cause of death among firefighters and the Sarasota Memorial Hospital's Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute is working to help Sarasota and Manatee fire crews.
Cancer has become the leading cause of death among firefighters and the Sarasota Memorial Hospital's Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute is working to help Sarasota and Manatee fire crews.