Tinley Park coach gets special sendoff as she battles breast cancer
A special sendoff happened Friday morning in Tinley Park for a mom and coach who was recently diagnosed with an aggressive case of breast cancer.
A special sendoff happened Friday morning in Tinley Park for a mom and coach who was recently diagnosed with an aggressive case of breast cancer.
Chicago White Sox build playgrounds for kids battling cancer
The Chicago White Sox have joined a major volunteer effort to give back to local kids.
The Chicago White Sox have joined a major volunteer effort to give back to local kids.
White Sox build playgrounds for kids battling cancer
The Chicago White Sox have joined a major volunteer effort to give back to local kids.
The Chicago White Sox have joined a major volunteer effort to give back to local kids.
Hundreds of Chicago bicyclists ride to Michigan City to fight childhood cancer
Bike riders pedaling for a good cause made a stop right here in Chicago on Friday morning.
Bike riders pedaling for a good cause made a stop right here in Chicago on Friday morning.
Honeybees can detect lung cancer, researchers say
Researchers at Michigan State University have learned that honeybees can detect chemicals associated with lung cancer in human breath.
Researchers at Michigan State University have learned that honeybees can detect chemicals associated with lung cancer in human breath.
Don Omar reveals he’s battling cancer
Reggaeton artist Don Omar revealed he is battling cancer, according to a post published to his Instagram account over the weekend.
Reggaeton artist Don Omar revealed he is battling cancer, according to a post published to his Instagram account over the weekend.
Northwestern Medicine achieves breakthrough in glioblastoma treatment
In what is being hailed as a major breakthrough, scientists from Northwestern Medicine have successfully used ultrasound technology to target and treat glioblastoma, a deadly brain cancer.
In what is being hailed as a major breakthrough, scientists from Northwestern Medicine have successfully used ultrasound technology to target and treat glioblastoma, a deadly brain cancer.
Northwestern Medicine achieves breakthrough in brain cancer treatment
In what is being hailed as a major breakthrough, scientists from Northwestern Medicine have successfully used ultrasound technology to target and treat glioblastoma, a deadly brain cancer.
In what is being hailed as a major breakthrough, scientists from Northwestern Medicine have successfully used ultrasound technology to target and treat glioblastoma, a deadly brain cancer.
Doctor warns against 'anti-sunscreen' TikToks: 'Nobody is dying of sunscreen'
Videos are circulating on TikTok saying sunscreen does more harm than good. The videos can be found just by searching for “anti-sunscreen," but before you take advice from social media, an Arizona skin cancer doctor weighs in with the truth.
Videos are circulating on TikTok saying sunscreen does more harm than good. The videos can be found just by searching for “anti-sunscreen," but before you take advice from social media, an Arizona skin cancer doctor weighs in with the truth.
Studies show potential link between tattoos and lymphoma
New research is pointing to a possible link between tattoos and lymphoma. The study from Lund University followed 12,000 people in Sweden. 3,000 people were diagnosed with malignant lymphoma. Researchers found the risk of lymphoma was 21-percent higher among people with at least one tattoo.
New research is pointing to a possible link between tattoos and lymphoma. The study from Lund University followed 12,000 people in Sweden. 3,000 people were diagnosed with malignant lymphoma. Researchers found the risk of lymphoma was 21-percent higher among people with at least one tattoo.
Tattoos may increase risk of developing lymphoma, alarming new study finds
A new study from Lund University in Sweden reveals that individuals with tattoos may have a 21% higher risk of developing lymphoma, regardless of the tattoo's size.
A new study from Lund University in Sweden reveals that individuals with tattoos may have a 21% higher risk of developing lymphoma, regardless of the tattoo's size.
Risk for certain diseases increases for women during menopause
Our bodies are always changing and for women, the risk factors for certain diseases are even greater during menopause.
Our bodies are always changing and for women, the risk factors for certain diseases are even greater during menopause.
Local mom raises funds for childhood cancer research
Danielle Moss started fundraising for child cancer research after her own daughter was diagnosed with leukemia when she was just 22 months old. The Moss family has raised over $300,000 for Alex's Lemonade Stand, a foundation for childhood cancer.
Danielle Moss started fundraising for child cancer research after her own daughter was diagnosed with leukemia when she was just 22 months old. The Moss family has raised over $300,000 for Alex's Lemonade Stand, a foundation for childhood cancer.
West Loop bakery hosts special fundraiser for Park Ridge girl battling leukemia
Chicago's Levain Bakery in the West Loop transformed on Tuesday to support the fight against childhood cancer and to celebrate a special birthday.
Chicago's Levain Bakery in the West Loop transformed on Tuesday to support the fight against childhood cancer and to celebrate a special birthday.
Chicago bakery hosting special fundraiser for Park Ridge girl battling leukemia
Levain Bakery in the West Loop is hosting a special fundraiser on Tuesday to support a local girl fighting leukemia.
Levain Bakery in the West Loop is hosting a special fundraiser on Tuesday to support a local girl fighting leukemia.
Leukemia and Lymphoma Society helps families battling childhood cancer
Dedicated to curing leukemia, lymphoma, and other blood cancers, the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) raises money for research and to help families battling cancer. Local mother Kim Grispo is raising money while competing for LLS Visionary of the Year.
Dedicated to curing leukemia, lymphoma, and other blood cancers, the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) raises money for research and to help families battling cancer. Local mother Kim Grispo is raising money while competing for LLS Visionary of the Year.
What to expect from a skin cancer screening
An estimated one in five Americans will develop skin cancer during their lifetime.It's the most common form of cancer and once you hit forty, dermatologists recommend getting a yearly skin check. So, what should you expect? FOX's Beth Galvin has the answers.
An estimated one in five Americans will develop skin cancer during their lifetime.It's the most common form of cancer and once you hit forty, dermatologists recommend getting a yearly skin check. So, what should you expect? FOX's Beth Galvin has the answers.
Chicago police captain's life saved by double lung transplant
Back in 2020, Captain Arthur Gillespie found himself hospitalized for 12 days battling a severe case of COVID-19. However, what initially appeared to be a struggle against the virus turned out to be a blessing in disguise.
Back in 2020, Captain Arthur Gillespie found himself hospitalized for 12 days battling a severe case of COVID-19. However, what initially appeared to be a struggle against the virus turned out to be a blessing in disguise.
Chicago police captain's life saved by double lung transplant
In a medical miracle, one of Chicago's finest was saved by surgeons at Northwestern Medicine after a series of life-threatening health challenges.
In a medical miracle, one of Chicago's finest was saved by surgeons at Northwestern Medicine after a series of life-threatening health challenges.
‘Get Ready With Me’ TikTok star announces own death in final video
Popular TikTok creator Dr. Kimberley Nix announced her own death in a heartfelt final video titled "Get Ready with Me, One Last Time," where she shared her journey with metastatic sarcoma and encouraged new followers to learn from her experiences.
Popular TikTok creator Dr. Kimberley Nix announced her own death in a heartfelt final video titled "Get Ready with Me, One Last Time," where she shared her journey with metastatic sarcoma and encouraged new followers to learn from her experiences.