Barry Manilow reveals early lung cancer diagnosis, says no chemo needed
Legendary singer and songwriter Barry Manilow announced that he has been diagnosed with early-stage lung cancer and will undergo surgery after completing his current run of concerts.
Tanning beds could triple melanoma risk, new study finds
One in five Americans develop skin cancer by the age of 70, according to the Skin Cancer Foundation.
Peachtree City caregiver faces cancer battle while husband needs 24/7 care
The Peachtree City community is rallying around a couple facing a devastating health diagnosis and in need of immediate financial support.
Powder Springs teen raises funds for trainer battling brain tumor
An equestrian student is raising money to support the trainer she shared saved her life.
Teen cancer awareness advocate launches in-flight campaign to raise awareness
A Georgia high-school student is trying to raise cancer awareness 30,000 feet in the air.
Hoschton woman defies odds, survives stage 4 lung cancer diagnosis
Joanne Cure, 78, survived stage 4 lung cancer after being given two years to live, crediting her faith, determination, and cutting-edge treatment for her remarkable recovery.
Ultra-processed foods may raise colon cancer risk in younger women, study finds
A new study suggests that eating large amounts of ultra-processed foods may increase the risk of developing precancerous colon growths in younger adults.
'Grey's Anatomy' star James Pickens Jr. reveals cancer diagnosis
James Pickens Jr. revealed his fight against prostate cancer after his "Grey's Anatomy" character faced a cancer diagnosis in the mid-season finale.
Pickens County mourns former deputy Charles Gillette
Former Pickens County Deputy Charles Gillette passed away after a courageous battle with cancer.
Beloved Cherokee County Fire lieutenant remembered for faith, family, and service
Cherokee County is mourning the loss of retired Fire Lieutenant Dave Burnaugh, who passed away after a courageous battle with cancer,
Common cleaning chemical tied to spike in liver disease across US, researchers say
Tetrachloroethylene exposure from everyday products increases liver fibrosis odds by 300%. The EPA restricted the chemical after health risks were discovered in blood samples.
Alex Singleton cancer diagnosis revealed after random drug test
The NFL player hopes sharing his diagnosis will encourage others to pay attention to their bodies and to get regular screenings.
McDonough woman says car crash led to life-saving breast cancer discovery
A car crash led doctors to discover Gloria Jeffery’s previously undetected Stage 3 breast cancer.
Biden completes round of radiation therapy for aggressive form of prostate cancer
Former President Joe Biden completed radiation therapy for aggressive prostate cancer. Here’s what we know.
Prostate cancer - symptoms, risk factors, and treatment
Prostate cancer is the most common cancer among men after skin cancer, with approximately 1 in 8 men diagnosed in their lifetime.
Raising awareness during Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and health experts are urging women to take advantage of screenings that can save lives.
Dawsonville rallies around toddler battling leukemia
Trial chemotherapy raised Noa Ramirez’s survival chances to 95%.
Georgia Two-Day Breast Cancer Walk returns with new venue
The Georgia Two-Day Walk for Breast Cancer will bring 700 participants to Cobb County Oct. 4-5.
Emory students host ‘Lights of Hope’ cancer remembrance event
Emory University students held a “Lights of Hope Night of Remembrance and Advocacy" on campus last night to honor those impacted by cancer.
Pope High names field after late football player Matt Hobby
Pope High School marked the 20th anniversary of its annual football fundraiser by officially naming its stadium field after a former player who inspired the effort.