Cook County residents could get free cancer screenings near their birthday
Cook County residents could soon receive a free mammogram and prostate screening within 30 days of the birthday.
Cook County residents could soon receive a free mammogram and prostate screening within 30 days of the birthday.
Study finds cellphones not linked to brain cancer
A review of decades of research into potential health effects from radio wave exposure shows that cellphones are not linked to brain cancer.
A review of decades of research into potential health effects from radio wave exposure shows that cellphones are not linked to brain cancer.
Prostate cancer survivor recounts battle, urges awareness
A recent survey shows 60% of men 45 and up have misconceptions about prostate cancer screenings. This comes as nearly 2/3 of men ages 55-69 are not being screened.
A recent survey shows 60% of men 45 and up have misconceptions about prostate cancer screenings. This comes as nearly 2/3 of men ages 55-69 are not being screened.
Kate, princess of Wales, completes chemotherapy, set to resume public duties
Kate, the princess of Wales, has revealed that she completed chemotherapy and will return to some public duties in the coming months.
Kate, the princess of Wales, has revealed that she completed chemotherapy and will return to some public duties in the coming months.
Kate, princess of Wales, completes chemotherapy, set to resume public duties
Kate, the Princess of Wales, has announced that she has completed chemotherapy following treatment for an undisclosed type of cancer.
Kate, the Princess of Wales, has announced that she has completed chemotherapy following treatment for an undisclosed type of cancer.
Danielle Fishel, 'Boy Meets World' star, reveals breast cancer diagnosis
Danielle Fishel, the beloved lead of the popular ‘90s sitcom “Boy Meets World,” revealed a shocking health update on their latest podcast episode.
Danielle Fishel, the beloved lead of the popular ‘90s sitcom “Boy Meets World,” revealed a shocking health update on their latest podcast episode.
University of Illinois receives $33M federal grant to revolutionize cancer surgery
The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign has received a significant federal grant that could be a major breakthrough in cancer treatment.
The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign has received a significant federal grant that could be a major breakthrough in cancer treatment.
Biden announces $150M for cancer research
President Joe Biden, alongside first lady Jill Biden, delivered remarks Tuesday in New Orleans addressing his revamped "Cancer Moonshot" program, which seeks to cut the cancer death rate in the U.S. by about half over the next 25 years.
President Joe Biden, alongside first lady Jill Biden, delivered remarks Tuesday in New Orleans addressing his revamped "Cancer Moonshot" program, which seeks to cut the cancer death rate in the U.S. by about half over the next 25 years.
Millennials and Gen X face increased risk of cancers
A new study showed younger patients have a higher risk of having several cancers including breast cancer, colon cancer and pancreatic cancer.
A new study showed younger patients have a higher risk of having several cancers including breast cancer, colon cancer and pancreatic cancer.
'Men, go get checked': Overcoming the stigma and fear of doctor's visits
Many men avoid discussing health issues and delay doctor visits due to ego and fear, but increased awareness and participation in clinical trials can improve outcomes and reduce health disparities, especially in conditions like prostate cancer.
Many men avoid discussing health issues and delay doctor visits due to ego and fear, but increased awareness and participation in clinical trials can improve outcomes and reduce health disparities, especially in conditions like prostate cancer.
'Men, go get checked': Overcoming the stigma and fear of doctor's visits
Many men avoid discussing health issues and delay doctor visits due to ego and fear, but increased awareness and participation in clinical trials can improve outcomes and reduce health disparities, especially in conditions like prostate cancer.
Many men avoid discussing health issues and delay doctor visits due to ego and fear, but increased awareness and participation in clinical trials can improve outcomes and reduce health disparities, especially in conditions like prostate cancer.
Swim Across America sets out to raise $300K for cancer research
Nearly 300 swimmers will hop into Lake Michigan this morning to raise money for cancer research. Swim Across America has been hosting this fundraiser in Chicago for 30 years. The organization hopes to raise $300,000 from this year's event.
Nearly 300 swimmers will hop into Lake Michigan this morning to raise money for cancer research. Swim Across America has been hosting this fundraiser in Chicago for 30 years. The organization hopes to raise $300,000 from this year's event.
Millennials, Gen Xers face higher risk of 17 cancers than previous generations, study says
A large study by researchers at the American Cancer Society found that Gen Xers and Millennials face a higher risk of developing certain types of cancers.
A large study by researchers at the American Cancer Society found that Gen Xers and Millennials face a higher risk of developing certain types of cancers.
Chicago Bears celebrate young fan's victory over cancer
Chicago Bears invited 8-year-old Emma McClanahan, who beat cancer, to spend a day at summer training camp with players and coaches.
Chicago Bears invited 8-year-old Emma McClanahan, who beat cancer, to spend a day at summer training camp with players and coaches.
Young patients honored for bravery at Lurie Children's Hospital
A special medal ceremony was held Tuesday—the first of its kind—at Lurie Children’s Hospital in downtown Chicago.
A special medal ceremony was held Tuesday—the first of its kind—at Lurie Children’s Hospital in downtown Chicago.
Suburban mom, daughter develop idea for achievement medals for cancer patients
Some very young patients facing huge and scary health problems are being rewarded for their bravery.
Some very young patients facing huge and scary health problems are being rewarded for their bravery.
New FDA-approved blood test offers different approach to colon cancer screening
Doctor Mike Cirigliano, FOX Medical Contributor, explained the new blood test the FDA approved to help with colon cancer screening. Cirigliano explained how irregular sleep patterns can lead to a higher risk of having diabetes.
Doctor Mike Cirigliano, FOX Medical Contributor, explained the new blood test the FDA approved to help with colon cancer screening. Cirigliano explained how irregular sleep patterns can lead to a higher risk of having diabetes.
FDA approves new blood test for colorectal cancer screening
In a significant advancement for cancer screening, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a blood test named Shield for detecting colorectal cancer.
In a significant advancement for cancer screening, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a blood test named Shield for detecting colorectal cancer.
FDA approves blood test for colon cancer detection
This is considered a huge step forward in getting more people screened for the second-most common cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States.
This is considered a huge step forward in getting more people screened for the second-most common cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States.
Former Bear Chris Draft makes push for lung cancer awareness
Today at training camp the Chicago Bears are celebrating cancer survivors. This morning, we're joined by former Bear Chris Draft who talks about the importance of lung cancer awareness.
Today at training camp the Chicago Bears are celebrating cancer survivors. This morning, we're joined by former Bear Chris Draft who talks about the importance of lung cancer awareness.