Teen cancer survivor dies after coronavirus diagnosis as Kentucky sees surge in illnesses
Alexis Rose Veit began feeling ill on Oct. 26, according to a Facebook post written by Travis Holder, director of Ballard County Emergency Management.
'NICU Grandpa' David Deutchman, who cuddled newborns, dies after battle with cancer
David Deutchman, the volunteer who was affectionately known as the "NICU Grandpa" at Scottish Rite's neonatal intensive care unit passed away after battling pancreatic cancer. He was 86.
'MasterChef Junior' star and Gary-native Ben Watkins, dead at 14
"MasterChef Junior" star Ben Watkins has died after battling a rare illness.
Brushes with Cancer pairs artists with people affected by cancer to create unique and healing art
Mardi Kaplan and Anna Feneis talk about the Brushes with Cancer program and its vibrant mission to foster friendship and positivity during people's journey with cancer.
Colon cancer screenings should start at age 45, not 50, US health panel says
A panel of health experts wants U.S. adults to start getting colon cancer screenings at age 45, five years younger than it previously recommended.
Chicago police officer shares her battle with breast cancer: 'I'm going to survive this'
Chicago police officer Sheila Rosenthall shares her journey battling breast cancer and the newfound sense of purpose she found through it all.
Washington Football Team Coach Ron Rivera rings bell after final cancer treatment
It's a very different kind of victory Monday for the Washington Football Team!
Diabetes drug recalled over excess levels of cancer-causing agent
A diabetes drug is facing recall because the medication contains excess levels of a cancer-causing agent, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced this week.
Dad dances in hospital parking lot to lift son's spirits during cancer treatment
A father in Texas is using his bad dance moves to give his son a good laugh.
Breast cancer survivor shares her battle during COVID-19 pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic can affect just about every aspect of life during an individual’s breast cancer journey.
Eddie Van Halen dies of cancer, according to son
Eddie Van Halen, rock icon, legendary guitarist and co-founder of Van Halen, has died of cancer. He was 65.
Importance of receiving an annual mammogram
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month - an annual campaign to increase awareness of the disease that affects 1-in-8 American women in their lifetime. Dr. Sally Friedewald of Northwestern Medicine talks about why mammograms are the best way to protect yourself.
Michigan toddler with leukemia defies odds and is in remission; gets chance to be a real cowboy
Gabriel Crowe has fought and won more health battles than more grown adults. At just 2 years old, he got a chance to ride a real horse during a horsey house call.
Foundation offering free mammograms for any woman
Every woman hears about how important breast cancer screenings are but for some, there can be obstacles to getting one. That's where A Silver Lining Foundation comes in.
Honeybee venom destroyed breast cancer cells, study finds
Venom from honeybees rapidly destroyed triple-negative breast cancer, a type of cancer that has limited treatment options, and HER2-enriched breast cancer cells, according to a study published in the journal npj Precision Oncology.
Chadwick Boseman's death highlights the importance of colon cancer screening
Dr. Vivek Chaudry, colon and rectal surgeon at Cook County Health, talks about the importance of being screened for colon cancer.
Actor's death shines new spotlight on colon cancer prevention
Actor Chadwick Boseman’s death is shining a new spotlight on colon cancer and the importance of regular testing. Dr. Shikha Jain talks about it.
Parents of 2-year-old cancer patient in Chicago speak out after looters ransack Ronald McDonald House
The Chicago Ronald McDonald House, where families of hospitalized children stay, was targeted Sunday night when looters smashed the door and broke windows, preventing a 2-year-old with cancer from leaving, his parents told "Fox & Friends" Friday.
Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg says cancer has returned, but she won't retire
Ginsburg said she is receiving chemotherapy for a recurrence of cancer, but has no plans to retire from the Supreme Court.
SoCal mother of 5 passes away after long battle with rare form of leukemia
FOX 11 has some sad news to report about a Carson mom of five who bravely fought a long battle with a rare form of leukemia.