U of C Hospital offering free mammograms
A free mammogram program at U of C Hospital is aiming to address health disparities.
A free mammogram program at U of C Hospital is aiming to address health disparities.
Dry shampoos containing cancer-causing benzene remain on store shelves, study suggests
An independent research group found that 70% of the dry shampoo samples tested showed “quantifiable levels” of benzene, with some containing up to 170 times the FDA limit.
An independent research group found that 70% of the dry shampoo samples tested showed “quantifiable levels” of benzene, with some containing up to 170 times the FDA limit.
Chicago non-profit prepares free meals for patients fighting cancer
Free restaurant-prepared meals are being given to people who've been diagnosed with and are undergoing cancer treatment at Chicago hospitals, thanks to one local non-profit. Courtney White, president and founder of Culinary Care, talks about these very special deliveries.
Free restaurant-prepared meals are being given to people who've been diagnosed with and are undergoing cancer treatment at Chicago hospitals, thanks to one local non-profit. Courtney White, president and founder of Culinary Care, talks about these very special deliveries.
Lisle boy battling cancer who received thousands of birthday cards now 'doing much better'
Brittany Magnus says her son Cole still takes chemo every day for his leukemia, but that he was able to start preschool.
Brittany Magnus says her son Cole still takes chemo every day for his leukemia, but that he was able to start preschool.
Suburban boy battling cancer who received thousands of birthday cards now 'doing much better'
Brittany Magnus says her son Cole still takes chemo every day for his leukemia, but that has was able to start preschool.
Brittany Magnus says her son Cole still takes chemo every day for his leukemia, but that has was able to start preschool.
25th anniversary of Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure
A poignant end to Breast Cancer Awareness Month this weekend. This is the 25th anniversary of the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure. It's being held Saturday at Soldier Field, helping to fund research and provide support to those who are battling breast cancer.
A poignant end to Breast Cancer Awareness Month this weekend. This is the 25th anniversary of the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure. It's being held Saturday at Soldier Field, helping to fund research and provide support to those who are battling breast cancer.
Woman claims L'Or�al chemical relaxers caused uterine cancer: lawsuit
Jenny Mitchell is the first woman to come forward claiming her cancer was caused by the use of L'Or�al hair straightening or relaxing products.
Jenny Mitchell is the first woman to come forward claiming her cancer was caused by the use of L'Or�al hair straightening or relaxing products.
Woman claims L'Oréal chemical relaxers caused uterine cancer: lawsuit
Jenny Mitchell is the first woman to come forward claiming her cancer was caused by the use of L'Oréal hair straightening or relaxing products.
Jenny Mitchell is the first woman to come forward claiming her cancer was caused by the use of L'Oréal hair straightening or relaxing products.
Lawsuit: Woman claims L'Or?al chemical relaxers caused uterine cancer
Jenny Mitchell is the first woman to come forward claiming her cancer was caused by the use of L'Or?al hair straightening or relaxing products.
Jenny Mitchell is the first woman to come forward claiming her cancer was caused by the use of L'Or?al hair straightening or relaxing products.
How beauty products could be impacting your cancer risk
Dr. Flora Stay, founder of Cleure, talks about how certain beauty treatments can affect your body and what that means for the risk of developing cancer.
Dr. Flora Stay, founder of Cleure, talks about how certain beauty treatments can affect your body and what that means for the risk of developing cancer.
Study: Hair straightening chemicals double cancer risk
A startling new study links the way women wear their hair to an increased risk of cancer.
A startling new study links the way women wear their hair to an increased risk of cancer.
Hair straightening chemicals double cancer risk: study
A startling new study links the way women wear their hair to an increased risk of cancer.
A startling new study links the way women wear their hair to an increased risk of cancer.
Most women can't spot signs of aggressive form of breast cancer — here's what to know
Inflammatory breast cancer, a rare yet deadly form of the disease, often doesn’t cause a breast lump, and it might not show up on a mammogram, doctors say.
Inflammatory breast cancer, a rare yet deadly form of the disease, often doesn’t cause a breast lump, and it might not show up on a mammogram, doctors say.
Chicago Bears celebrate Breast Cancer Awareness Month
The Chicago Bears were honoring breast cancer patients, their families and care teams at Soldier Field on Thursday.
The Chicago Bears were honoring breast cancer patients, their families and care teams at Soldier Field on Thursday.
'The Simpsons' using platform to raise awareness, eliminate stigma of breast cancer
Matt Selman and Renee Ridgeley talk about the importance of raising awareness around breast cancer and touting the humanity of survivors and those battling the horrific disease.
Matt Selman and Renee Ridgeley talk about the importance of raising awareness around breast cancer and touting the humanity of survivors and those battling the horrific disease.
Twist Out Cancer celebrates 10-year anniversary with exhibits at Chicago's WNDR Museum
Jenna Benn Shersher and Giorgia Lupi talk about the incredible exhibits on display at WNDR Museum this fall in partnership with Twist Out Cancer.
Jenna Benn Shersher and Giorgia Lupi talk about the incredible exhibits on display at WNDR Museum this fall in partnership with Twist Out Cancer.
Twin sisters diagnosed with breast cancer months apart
Rebecca Lesnik and Sarah Seidl said they were able to lean on each other during one of the toughest moments of their lives.
Rebecca Lesnik and Sarah Seidl said they were able to lean on each other during one of the toughest moments of their lives.
Doctor who survived breast cancer talks about overcoming obstacles
Dr. Maky Zanganeh talks about her battle against cancer and her newest book "The Magic of Normal," which focuses on the power of perserverance.
Dr. Maky Zanganeh talks about her battle against cancer and her newest book "The Magic of Normal," which focuses on the power of perserverance.
Woman attends rodeo, gets struck by bull and realizes she has cancer
Paige King credits a runaway bull and a rodeo for saving her life.
Paige King credits a runaway bull and a rodeo for saving her life.
'I refused to die': Cancer survivor beats the odds, will run Chicago Marathon
Anyone striving to cover 26.2 miles must be tough and clearly fit, but one runner in this year's Chicago Marathon thinks his key to success is that he's so stubborn.
Anyone striving to cover 26.2 miles must be tough and clearly fit, but one runner in this year's Chicago Marathon thinks his key to success is that he's so stubborn.