Survivor Friday: Alessandra Eck
In the month of October we are honoring breast cancer survivors with our Survivor Friday segment. This Friday, FOX 35's Amy Kaufeldt sat down with Alessandra Eck, who was diagnosed when she was only 31 years old.
Merck cancer shot gets FDA approval: What to know
The FDA has approved Keytruda Qlex, a faster, under-the-skin cancer treatment offering convenience and flexibility. Here's what we know.
Dog given less than 6 months to live cured of cancer after clinical trial
Lola has now been cancer free for two years.
New vaccine designed to help fight colorectal, pancreatic cancer shows promising results: Study
The vaccine, which has completed its phase 1 trial, is called ELI-002 2P.
Cancer could be detected three years before diagnosis with experimental blood test
Test could detect tumors earlier when they are more curable, researchers say.
Jessie J reveals early breast cancer diagnosis
She says she will undergo surgery after her performance at the London music festival Capital’s Summertime Ball next weekend.
Exercise cuts colon cancer recurrence, boosts survival, study finds
A major Canadian study has found that regular, structured exercise after surgery and chemotherapy significantly improves outcomes for colon cancer patients.
75% of sunscreens are not as effective as they claim, study suggests
The new report revealed that many sunscreens fell short on safety and efficacy standards.
Common ingredient in energy drinks linked to blood cancer growth, study finds
Taurine, found in popular beverages and foods, can promote cancer progression in bone marrow.
Terminal colon cancer patient saved by breakthrough treatment
The Minnesota woman received investigational immunotherapy during a ‘last-resort’ trial.
Dog detects woman's breast cancer before doctors: 'He knew all along'
Breanna Bortner, a 31-year-old from Minnesota, credits her dog Mochi with helping detect her breast cancer before doctors confirmed it.
New blood test unveiled to enhance detection of common cancers
UK researchers created the test using AI to examine blood samples to detect cancer present in the body.
Dave Coulier gives update on cancer battle, finishes chemotherapy
Dave Coulier, best known for Full House, recently opened up about his battle with stage 3 non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma in an interview with Parade.
Tardigrades may hold clues to cancer care, study finds
NIH-supported researchers have developed a new method using a protein from tardigrades to help protect healthy tissue during cancer radiation therapy, showing early promise in lab tests.
Lung cancer rising among non-smokers — here's why
The most common form of lung cancer is primarily found in non-smokers, a new study reveals. Doctors react to the surprising driver of the disease and other risk factors.
Dwyane Wade reveals cancer diagnosis, kidney surgery
Dwyane Wade, NBA legend and former Marquette Golden Eagles standout, revealed his cancer diagnosis on Thursday.
EPA: Chemicals in sewage sludge fertilizer are causing cancer–here's who is most at risk
The harmful chemicals that build up in the body by eating certain foods can cause kidney and prostate cancer.
AI detects ovarian cancer better than human experts in new study
In a new study led by researchers at Karolinska Institutet in Sweden, AI models did a better job of detecting ovarian cancer than human doctors.
Drinking coffee or tea may lower the risk of certain cancers
What to know about new research linking coffee and tea consumption to reduced cancer risks in certain cases.
Beating the odds: Inspiring stories of cancer survivors in 2024
Cancer remains a leading cause of death in the U.S., affecting 1 in 3 people, but many are surviving and thriving after treatment.