Father and son duo biking to all MLB parks supporting St. Jude's reaches halfway point in Chicago
A father and son are riding their bikes to each MLB stadium and they are making it count, by raising money for a hospital that treats children with cancer.
A father and son are riding their bikes to each MLB stadium and they are making it count, by raising money for a hospital that treats children with cancer.
Born with a rare condition, Miles found hope at Lurie Children’s
Miles Dadosky was born with a rare genetic condition that prevents his body from producing lifesaving hormones. His mom shares how Lurie Children’s not only saved his life but gave their family peace of mind. FOX Chicago’s Sam Witt is running the Chicago Marathon to raise $10,000 for Lurie Children’s, helping fund research for more therapies and cures for kids like Miles.
Miles Dadosky was born with a rare genetic condition that prevents his body from producing lifesaving hormones. His mom shares how Lurie Children’s not only saved his life but gave their family peace of mind. FOX Chicago’s Sam Witt is running the Chicago Marathon to raise $10,000 for Lurie Children’s, helping fund research for more therapies and cures for kids like Miles.
Country singer Jillian Cardarelli shares update after breast cancer surgery
Country singer Jillian Cardarelli is sharing an encouraging update after undergoing surgery as part of her breast cancer treatment.
Country singer Jillian Cardarelli is sharing an encouraging update after undergoing surgery as part of her breast cancer treatment.
New blood test detects aggressive prostate cancer more accurately than PSA, study finds
A new study suggests the investigational Stockholm3 blood test may improve the early detection of aggressive prostate cancer compared with the standard PSA test.
A new study suggests the investigational Stockholm3 blood test may improve the early detection of aggressive prostate cancer compared with the standard PSA test.
Cure for certain cancers is ‘realistic’ goal in next decade, pharma lead says
A cure for cancer could be on the horizon in the next decade, according to experts.
A cure for cancer could be on the horizon in the next decade, according to experts.
Tyler Mane, X-Men star and former wrestler, reveals breast cancer diagnosis
Tyler Mane, who is best known for his role as Sabretooth in "X-Men," shared he has been diagnosed with breast cancer.
Tyler Mane, who is best known for his role as Sabretooth in "X-Men," shared he has been diagnosed with breast cancer.
Pam Bondi diagnosed with thyroid cancer weeks after departing as Trump's attorney general: report
Former Attorney General Pam Bondi was diagnosed with thyroid cancer shortly after departing the Department of Justice last month, according to a report.
Former Attorney General Pam Bondi was diagnosed with thyroid cancer shortly after departing the Department of Justice last month, according to a report.
Northwestern study explores asthma drug as possible treatment for aggressive cancers
Dr. Bin Zhang from Northwestern Medicine discusses new research suggesting the asthma medication Singulair could help fight aggressive forms of cancer alongside existing treatments.
Dr. Bin Zhang from Northwestern Medicine discusses new research suggesting the asthma medication Singulair could help fight aggressive forms of cancer alongside existing treatments.
New pancreatic cancer treatment could double survival time, doctors say
Dr. Shikha Jain discusses a promising new pancreatic cancer treatment nearing approval, how soon patients could access it, and the major advances in care over the past decade.
Dr. Shikha Jain discusses a promising new pancreatic cancer treatment nearing approval, how soon patients could access it, and the major advances in care over the past decade.
Glioblastoma vaccine shows early promise in boosting survival
A personalized DNA vaccine for glioblastoma, an aggressive and incurable brain cancer, appears safe and shows early signs of extending survival in some patients, according to a small phase 1 trial.
A personalized DNA vaccine for glioblastoma, an aggressive and incurable brain cancer, appears safe and shows early signs of extending survival in some patients, according to a small phase 1 trial.
Doctors warn of rising rectal cancer risk in younger adults
Dr. Seema Gandhi from Cook County Health explains growing concerns about rectal cancer in younger patients, outlining key symptoms, screening challenges and steps people can take to catch the disease early.
Dr. Seema Gandhi from Cook County Health explains growing concerns about rectal cancer in younger patients, outlining key symptoms, screening challenges and steps people can take to catch the disease early.
New study links common health risks to higher cancer rates
Dr. Tochi Okwuosa of Rush University Medical Center explains cardio-kidney-metabolic syndrome, why it raises cancer risk, and simple steps you can take now to protect your health.
Dr. Tochi Okwuosa of Rush University Medical Center explains cardio-kidney-metabolic syndrome, why it raises cancer risk, and simple steps you can take now to protect your health.
'Vanished Chicagoland' creator Peter Kastanes dies, remembered for celebrating Chicago’s past
Peter Kastanes, the creator of the popular Vanished Chicagoland Facebook page, has died after a long battle with cancer.
Peter Kastanes, the creator of the popular Vanished Chicagoland Facebook page, has died after a long battle with cancer.
Chicago doctor on detecting, surviving esophageal cancer
April is Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month. This type of cancer has a low survival rate with no or silent symptoms. Dr. Sri Komanduri from Northwestern Medicine spoke with us about the disease.
April is Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month. This type of cancer has a low survival rate with no or silent symptoms. Dr. Sri Komanduri from Northwestern Medicine spoke with us about the disease.
Some fruits, vegetables tied to cancer
A USC oncologist explains how pesticide exposure may complicate the long-held belief that fruit- and vegetable-rich diets always reduce cancer risk.
A USC oncologist explains how pesticide exposure may complicate the long-held belief that fruit- and vegetable-rich diets always reduce cancer risk.
‘Miracle fruit’ may help cancer patients fight chemo-related weight loss
A small West African berry known as “miracle fruit” is gaining attention for its potential to help chemotherapy patients manage “chemo mouth,” a side effect that alters taste and can lead to poor nutrition and weight loss.
A small West African berry known as “miracle fruit” is gaining attention for its potential to help chemotherapy patients manage “chemo mouth,” a side effect that alters taste and can lead to poor nutrition and weight loss.
New drug significantly extends survival in advanced pancreatic cancer trial
Revolution Medicines reported positive results from a Phase 3 trial of its experimental drug daraxonrasib in patients with previously treated metastatic pancreatic cancer.
Revolution Medicines reported positive results from a Phase 3 trial of its experimental drug daraxonrasib in patients with previously treated metastatic pancreatic cancer.
Dee Freeman, actress and Marine veteran, dies at 66
Dolores “Dee" Freeman, a respected actress, writer, and U.S. Marine Corps veteran, died on April 2, 2026, at age 66 following a battle with cancer.
Dolores “Dee" Freeman, a respected actress, writer, and U.S. Marine Corps veteran, died on April 2, 2026, at age 66 following a battle with cancer.
Illinois pushes lung cancer screening as risks for women often overlooked
Dr. Juanita Mora from the American Lung Association from discusses a new statewide effort to boost lung cancer screening and awareness.
Dr. Juanita Mora from the American Lung Association from discusses a new statewide effort to boost lung cancer screening and awareness.
Pig semen eye drops may treat rare childhood eye cancer, study says
Researchers have created experimental eye drops that use a molecule derived from pig semen that could treat a rare form of eye cancer, according to a recent study.
Researchers have created experimental eye drops that use a molecule derived from pig semen that could treat a rare form of eye cancer, according to a recent study.