Arizona son donates hair to his cancer-stricken mom
For two and a half years, Matt grew out his hair after his mom lost hers. Out of six kids, his was the closest in color and texture. "It's a no-brainer," said Matt of donating his hair. "She gave me the hair in the first place."
Georgia newlywed talks about the cancer symptoms he almost overlooked
Charles Farmer was in his twenties when he started feeling strange pain in different areas of his body. When he finally went to the doctor, he says, cancer was the last thing on his mind.
Sonny Barger, leader of Hells Angels, dies
Ralph "Sonny" Barger, who founded the Oakland chapter of the Hells Angels and became the public face of the motorcycle club, has died at 83.
Study suggests genetic cancer risks could be enhanced by metabolism
A Canadian professor believes deepening our understanding of how the metabolism works, combined with making healthy lifestyle changes, can lower cancer risks.
Small study of rectal cancer treatment brings every single patient into remission
Every single rectal cancer patient with a certain mutation entered remission after receiving the experimental immunotherapy drug in a small clinical trial.
Study: Spending more on cancer care does not lower mortality rates
The U.S. spends $200 billion dollars on cancer care yet reports mortality rates higher than so many other high-income countries. Experts hoped this latest study would provide an answer.
Joy Bus Diner in Phoenix serves up food for a good cause
100% of profits from the Joy Bus Diner in Phoenix go to support cancer patients. They also deliver meals to those who are homebound.
Marnie Schulenburg, 'As the World Turns' star, dies at 37
Marnie Schulenburg, known for her roles on "As the World Turns" and the reboot of "One Life to Live," died after stage 4 metastatic breast cancer complications.
NBA Hall of Famer Bob Lanier dead at age 73
Bob Lanier played 14 seasons with the Detroit Pistons and Milwaukee Bucks and averaged 20 pounds and 10 rebounds for his career.
Amazon driver’s sidewalk chalk note brings smile to face of Lakeland girl battling cancer
When an Amazon driver left something behind for Aubrey Hutson, an 8-year-old battling cancer, he never imagined it would have people talking worldwide.
These 3 steps may reduce cancer risk in older adults, study suggests
Researchers in Switzerland said they noticed a reduced cancer risk among their participants over a three-year period.
Houston area Father-son duo: Enky Boys share cancer diagnosis on TikTok
The father-son duo, Enky Boys, are used to performing for millions and are now hoping to use their platform to share a serious message on colon cancer awareness.
Texas City ISD elementary students raise nearly $2,000 for classmate with cancer
We first met 8-year-old Cameron Holcomb in September when his life was saved by a good Samaritan who stopped in traffic to help his mom. Now he is in another fight for his life against an aggressive stage 3 cancer.
Volunteers worked hard on 'home away from home' for people getting cancer treatments in the Phoenix area
The home, which was donated by Christopher Todd Communities, will be used as part of a home away from home program for a cancer hospital in the Phoenix area.
Hayward boy's dream to go to Disney comes true - and then some
A Hayward boy with a rare form of cancer who dreamed of going to Disney World will be soon going to the Happiest Place on Earth and fundraising efforts to send him there will also help other children realize their wishes, too.
Nonprofit fundraising to send Hayward boy battling rare cancer to Disney World
A Hayward 4-year-old is in the fight of his life, battling a particularly resistant form of cancer. Now a nonprofit is asking for the public's help to send him on the trip of a lifetime to Disney World.
Eat these 5 power foods now to help prevent cancer
These smart, delicious food choices can help ward off cancer, advises nutritionist Susan Smith Jones
Woman shares skin cancer warning signs after undergoing extensive plastic surgery
A woman wants to warn everyone about the most common type of skin cancer and how ignoring the signs could lead to major surgery to repair craters in your face.
The Wanted singer Tom Parker dies at 33 after brain cancer diagnosis
Tom Parker, a member of British boy band The Wanted, has died after being diagnosed with stage four brain cancer in 2020. He was 33 years old.
Increased cancer risk associated with artificial sweeteners, study says
In particular, the authors found aspartame and acesulfame were associated with increased cancer risk and higher risks were observed for breast cancer and obesity-related cancers.