Biden hopes ending cancer can be a 'national purpose' for US
The commander-in-chief wants to develop treatments and therapeutics to battle cancer and hopes to meet a goal to cut cancer deaths by 50% over the next 25 years to improve the lives of caregivers and people suffering from cancer.
The commander-in-chief wants to develop treatments and therapeutics to battle cancer and hopes to meet a goal to cut cancer deaths by 50% over the next 25 years to improve the lives of caregivers and people suffering from cancer.
FDA warns of rare cases of cancers possibly linked to breast implants
While rare, the FDA is warning about certain cancers, including squamous cell carcinoma and various lymphomas, that may develop in scar tissue that forms around breast implants.
While rare, the FDA is warning about certain cancers, including squamous cell carcinoma and various lymphomas, that may develop in scar tissue that forms around breast implants.
Jane Fonda reveals cancer diagnosis: This is 'very treatable'
Jane Fonda revealed she's been diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma in a lengthy Instagram post shared Friday.
Jane Fonda revealed she's been diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma in a lengthy Instagram post shared Friday.
Trapper Keeper inventor E. Bryant Crutchfield dies at 85
“We rolled it out, and it was just like a rocket,” E. Bryant Crutchfield once said of his invention, the Trapper Keeper. Crutchfield died recently at 85, according to multiple reports.
“We rolled it out, and it was just like a rocket,” E. Bryant Crutchfield once said of his invention, the Trapper Keeper. Crutchfield died recently at 85, according to multiple reports.
Bob LuPone, 'Sopranos' actor who helped lead Broadway's MCC Theater, dies at 76
Bob LuPone played Dr. Bruce Cusamano on “The Sopranos,” teasingly nicknamed “Cooze” by Tony Soprano. He went on to help lead the influential off-Broadway theater company MCC Theater.
Bob LuPone played Dr. Bruce Cusamano on “The Sopranos,” teasingly nicknamed “Cooze” by Tony Soprano. He went on to help lead the influential off-Broadway theater company MCC Theater.
Texas girl sworn in as police officer before 7th chemo round for neuroblastoma
The Granite Shoals Police Department welcomed its newest member, five-year-old Isabella, with a custom-made police badge.
The Granite Shoals Police Department welcomed its newest member, five-year-old Isabella, with a custom-made police badge.
Issey Miyake, influential Japanese fashion designer, dies at 84
Issey Miyake built one of Japan’s biggest fashion brands and was known for former Apple CEO Steve Jobs’ black turtlenecks and boldly sculpted pleated pieces.
Issey Miyake built one of Japan’s biggest fashion brands and was known for former Apple CEO Steve Jobs’ black turtlenecks and boldly sculpted pleated pieces.
Medical student dies during 102-mile bike ride for cancer research
Mason Fisher, 27, suffered a medical event at the 100-mile mark.
Mason Fisher, 27, suffered a medical event at the 100-mile mark.
Nicole Hazen, wife of D-backs GM Mike Hazen, dies of cancer at 45
Nicole is survived by her husband and their four sons, Charlie, John, Teddy and Sam. She was 45.
Nicole is survived by her husband and their four sons, Charlie, John, Teddy and Sam. She was 45.
Man biking across the country for cancer research makes stop in Arizona
Shem Flitton is biking 1,753 miles from the U.S.-Canadian Border to Nogales, Mexico in an effort to raise money for cancer research. For Shem, he has a rather personal connection to the cause of fighting cancer.
Shem Flitton is biking 1,753 miles from the U.S.-Canadian Border to Nogales, Mexico in an effort to raise money for cancer research. For Shem, he has a rather personal connection to the cause of fighting cancer.
Teen becomes caregiver for cancer-stricken parents: 'It's all love'
Sekope Sharits said he felt the world was against him when both his parents were diagnosed with cancer, but he’s caring for them in the way a loving son would.
Sekope Sharits said he felt the world was against him when both his parents were diagnosed with cancer, but he’s caring for them in the way a loving son would.
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."
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Bob Lanier played 14 seasons with the Detroit Pistons and Milwaukee Bucks and averaged 20 pounds and 10 rebounds for his career.