DC singer Cat Janice dies after cancer battle; viral final song dedicated to young son
D.C. musician Cat Janice died Wednesday after a battle with cancer. Her final song, ‘Dance You Outta My Head,’ went viral and charted worldwide after it was released in January.
Widow of Tim Wakefield dies less than 5 months after former pitcher's passing
Stacy Wakefield, the widow of former Boston Red Sox pitcher Tim, died Wednesday.
Gary Sinise's son 'Mac' dies following cancer battle
Gary Sinise' son, McCanna Anthony 'Mac' Sinise, was diagnosed with a form of cancer called Chordoma in 2018.
Cancer diagnoses in the British royal family over the years: 'The great equalizer'
Most recently, Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York, announced on Jan. 21 that she was diagnosed with skin cancer just a month after receiving breast cancer treatments.
Toby Keith's death: Here's what to know about stomach cancer
Toby Keith’s death has renewed the spotlight on stomach cancer, which is the fifth most common cancer in the world.
Cancer cases increasing in US, but overall deaths decreasing, new research shows
In 2024, over 611,000 deaths from cancer are projected for the US. That’s more than 1,600 deaths from cancer each day, according to the organization.
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).
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.
Radon testing still extremely important in Pennsylvania homes for lung cancer prevention
January is National Radon Action Month, raising awareness on the colorless, odorless gas that is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S.
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.
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.
Breast cancer vaccine could prevent most aggressive form of disease from reoccurring
Scientists are currently testing a vaccine that could prevent the reoccurrence of triple-negative breast cancer, the most aggressive form of the disease.
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.
Shocking cancer diagnosis sparks friendship bracelet fundraiser, brings two best friends closer together
Two best friends, both named Ava were already inseparable, but after Ava L. received shocking news of a rare bone cancer diagnosis, her bestie Ava D. sprung into action raising money for her through friendship bracelets.
Philadelphia Marathon: Runners cross finish line, raising thousands for cancer research
Months of training led to Sunday’s marathon, as thousands of runners laced up and took on the challenge of running 26.2 miles through Philadelphia.
In potential cancer breakthrough, newly found ‘kill switch’ triggers death of cancer cells: ‘One-two punch'
The receptor, called CD95, could improve the effectiveness of immune-based therapies.
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.
Ovarian cancer could be detected early with a new blood test, study finds
Ovarian cancer could be detected earlier with the help of a new blood test, according to researchers in California.
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