Cancer

Dallas Cowboys 1 day ago

Cowboys' Jerry Jones reveals scary skin cancer battle

Dallas Cowboys team owner Jerry Jones revealed in a recent interview he had previously battled skin cancer for 10 years starting in June 2010.

Health 2 days ago

Melanoma can be deadly: What to know about the disease that killed Kelly Clarkson’s ex

Kelly Clarkson's former husband, Brandon Blackstock, passed away from melanoma at his Montana home, ending a three-year private fight against the deadly skin cancer.

Health 2 days ago

Colorectal cancer may cause these 4 hidden warning signs, experts say

Rising colorectal cancer cases in younger people highlight the importance of recognizing symptoms like persistent abdominal pain, blood in stool and bowel changes.

Health 3 days ago

Woman's snoring was symptom of rare form of cancer: 'Don't ignore it'

A 51-year-old mother's persistent nasal congestion and snoring was actually a symptom of a rare olfactory neuroblastoma tumor that surgeons successfully removed.

Health 4 days ago

Actor with colorectal cancer shares simple sign that he ignored: ‘I had no idea’

Dawson's Creek actor James van der Beek shares how subtle bowel changes were the first warning sign of his stage 3 colorectal cancer diagnosis at age 48.

College Football 5 days ago

Deion Sanders opens up on physical condition after battle with bladder cancer

Colorado football coach Deion Sanders provided a health update after successful bladder cancer surgery, saying he's healthy and vibrant while returning to coaching.

Health 6 days ago

Colorectal cancer diagnoses soar among younger adults for one key reason

New research reveals that updated colorectal cancer screening among younger Americans has led to significant increases in local-stage tumor detection and diagnoses.

Health August 6

Woman beats deadly brain cancer with investigational cell therapy: 'Truly amazing'

A clinical trial of an experimental cell therapy shows promising results for glioblastoma patients, with tumors disappearing on MRIs after the breakthrough cancer treatment.

VIDEO August 5

Woman given months to live beats brain cancer with new cell treatment: 'I feel good'

Pamela Goldberger, a New Jersey grandmother, shares how she overcame her devastating brain cancer diagnosis through a clinical trial for a stem cell treatment.

Health August 5

Cancer deaths hit 'alarming' surge due to common health condition, experts say

New research reveals that obesity-related cancer deaths in the U.S. have surged within 20 years, with obesity linked to 13 cancer types. Experts discuss the risk and prevention.

Health August 2

Common sweetener could hold untapped potential to fight aggressive cancer, study finds

Preliminary study reveals that fermented stevia extract may help fight pancreatic cancer cells, though experts caution that more human research is needed before clinical use.

Colorado Buffaloes July 30

Deion Sanders opens up on 'lifestyle' changes brought about from bladder removal surgery

Colorado head coach Deion Sanders said he had his bladder surgically removed this offseason, and the procedure has forced Sanders to undergo lifestyle changes.

Health July 29

Doctors share bladder cancer warning signs after Deion Sanders reveals diagnosis and recovery

Deion Sanders announces he battled bladder cancer and is now cancer-free after tumor removal surgery, while doctors share important warning signs to watch for.

Health July 27

Forget 10,000 steps — research reveals the real number you need for better health

A new study analyzing 57 research papers finds that 7,000 daily steps provides substantial health benefits, challenging the traditional 10,000-step recommendation.

Health July 24

Two cancer drugs show promise in reversing Alzheimer's devastating effects

UCSF researchers found the cancer drugs letrozole and irinotecan may reverse Alzheimer's effects, reducing tau protein clumps and improving memory in mice.

Tech July 23

At-home test works like coffee rings to spot serious illness faster

Scientists transformed everyday coffee stain patterns into a breakthrough diagnostic tool that's 100 times more sensitive than current rapid tests for diseases like COVID-19 and sepsis.

Health July 22

Higher cancer rates linked to WWII radioactive waste in Midwestern creek

Radioactive contamination from Coldwater Creek in Missouri linked to higher cancer rates, a Harvard study finds, as Congress expands the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act.

Health July 22

Man's deadly brain cancer tumor disappears after experimental drug trial

Man with deadly glioblastoma shows no signs of disease after taking experimental immunotherapy drug ipilimumab, inspiring a clinical trial for newly diagnosed patients.

Entertainment July 18

Teddi Mellencamp warns about critical medical oversight in her cancer journey

"Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star Teddi Mellencamp claims her doctors had a medical oversight before she was diagnosed with stage 4 melanoma.

Health July 16

'Western diet' blamed for growing risk of GI cancers among young adults

A new report reveals that gastrointestinal cancer rates are rising in young adults, with "Western diet" and lifestyle factors, rather than genetics, identified as the leading drivers of disease.

Nutrition July 13

Two of these fruits a day can boost gut health, fight cancer risk, doctor says

A Boston gastroenterologist recommends eating two kiwis daily to improve digestion and prevent constipation, citing studies showing they outperform traditional fiber remedies.

Movies July 10

Julian McMahon's official cause of death revealed: medical examiner

Julian McMahon, the "Charmed" actor, died from lung metastasis due to head and neck cancer, according to the Pinellas County Medical Examiner's report.

Health July 10

Actress reveals how cancer test that saved her life led to surprising family discovery

The breast cancer risk assessment test that detected Olivia Munn's aggressive Luminal B cancer has now identified breast cancer in her mother, demonstrating its life-saving potential.

Health July 8

Never smoked? You could still be at risk of developing lung cancer, doctors warn

Medical experts report rising lung cancer diagnoses in non-smokers as smoking rates decline, raising questions about expanding screening guidelines beyond traditional high-risk groups.

Chicago White Sox July 5

Bobby Jenks, closer for White Sox World Series-winning team, dead at 44

Former Chicago White Sox closer Bobby Jenks, who recorded the final out of the 2005 World Series, died Saturday at the age of 44 after a battle with stomach cancer.

NFL July 5

Former Eagles Super Bowl champ Bryan Braman battling rare, aggressive cancer: 'In the fight of his life'

Super Bowl champion Bryan Braman is in the "fight of his life" as he undergoes treatment for a rare and aggressive cancer.

Health July 4

Just one hot dog a day could raise disease risk, study suggests, but some cite caveats

Study analyzing 77 research papers finds habitual consumption of processed foods increases chronic disease risk, challenging assumptions about safe levels.

Health July 2

Breast cancer survivors may have lower risk of developing Alzheimer's disease, study finds

Breast cancer treatment might offer protection against Alzheimer's disease, with a study of 70,000 survivors showing lower dementia risk, especially with radiation therapy.

Health June 29

Ancient 'pharaoh's curse' fungus shows promise in killing cancer cells

Could a legendary tomb curse become a medical miracle? Scientists may have reengineered Aspergillus flavus, linked to King Tut's tomb, into a leukemia-fighting agent.

Health June 27

Disposable vapes more toxic and carcinogenic than cigarettes, study shows

New UC Davis study finds that illegal disposable e-cigarettes contain hazardous levels of toxic metals like lead and nickel, presenting a higher cancer risk than cigarettes.