Wildfires may release cancer-causing chromium 6, study reveals
A recent study from Stanford University has revealed a concerning connection between wildfires and the release of chromium 6, a known cancer-causing agent.
A recent study from Stanford University has revealed a concerning connection between wildfires and the release of chromium 6, a known cancer-causing agent.
Comedian Tom Smothers, half of Smothers Brothers duo, dies at 86
Tom Smothers, half of the Smothers Brothers and the co-host of one of the most socially conscious and groundbreaking television shows in the history of the medium, has died at 86.
Tom Smothers, half of the Smothers Brothers and the co-host of one of the most socially conscious and groundbreaking television shows in the history of the medium, has died at 86.
Georgia girl's life inspires $20M gift by Peach Bowl to fund childhood cancer research
A Buford, Georgia 6-year-old continues to leave her mark, 5 years after she dies from complications of AML, a type of leukemia. Anna Charles, who went by "A.C.." Hollis is the inspiration behind the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl LegACy Fund, a 20 million dollar donation to pediatric cancer research at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta.
A Buford, Georgia 6-year-old continues to leave her mark, 5 years after she dies from complications of AML, a type of leukemia. Anna Charles, who went by "A.C.." Hollis is the inspiration behind the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl LegACy Fund, a 20 million dollar donation to pediatric cancer research at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta.
James McCaffrey, 'Max Payne' and 'Rescue Me' star, dead at 65
James McCaffrey, the voice behind the "Max Payne" video games, has died at 65.
James McCaffrey, the voice behind the "Max Payne" video games, has died at 65.
Merck-Moderna vaccine with Keytruda cuts risk of skin cancer relapse or death by half, data shows
Moderna on Thursday announced that an experimental cancer vaccine it is developing with Merck — when combined with the latter’s Keytruda immunotherapy — has been proven in a clinical trial to cut the risk of recurrence or death from the "most serious form of skin cancer" by half after three years.
Moderna on Thursday announced that an experimental cancer vaccine it is developing with Merck — when combined with the latter’s Keytruda immunotherapy — has been proven in a clinical trial to cut the risk of recurrence or death from the "most serious form of skin cancer" by half after three years.
Breast cancer survivors may not need so many mammograms, UK study suggests
Until now, there wasn’t solid evidence for when women could ease back on yearly mammograms.
Until now, there wasn’t solid evidence for when women could ease back on yearly mammograms.
Cancer risk could increase with consumption of certain foods and drinks, study finds
Oncologists and dieticians say "overall nutrition quality" is key to lowering your risks of colorectal cancer.
Oncologists and dieticians say "overall nutrition quality" is key to lowering your risks of colorectal cancer.
In potential cancer breakthrough, newly found ‘kill switch’ triggers death of cancer cells: ‘One-two punch'
The receptor, called CD95, could improve the effectiveness of immune-based therapies.
The receptor, called CD95, could improve the effectiveness of immune-based therapies.
Marines honor terminally ill Georgia teen by making him a honorary Marine
The Marines just bestowed a terminally ill Gwinnett County teenager with an incredible honor.
The Marines just bestowed a terminally ill Gwinnett County teenager with an incredible honor.
College student accused in TikTok cancer hoax dodges jail despite scamming more than 400 people
Madison Russo of Iowa collected nearly $40,000 from unsuspecting donors.
Madison Russo of Iowa collected nearly $40,000 from unsuspecting donors.
Atlanta artist's collection aims to create year-round breast cancer awareness
Breast Cancer Awareness Month is coming to an end, but an Atlanta-area artist is trying to keep awareness going year-round.
Breast Cancer Awareness Month is coming to an end, but an Atlanta-area artist is trying to keep awareness going year-round.
Breast cancer survivor shares story of early detection
An Atlanta woman shares her story of going in for an annual mammogram, not expecting to be forever changed by the outcome.
An Atlanta woman shares her story of going in for an annual mammogram, not expecting to be forever changed by the outcome.
DeKalb firefighters launch fundraiser to help first responder battling stage 4 colon cancer
The DeKalb County first responder is now in the fight of his life after receiving a devastating diagnosis of stage 4 colon cancer last month.
The DeKalb County first responder is now in the fight of his life after receiving a devastating diagnosis of stage 4 colon cancer last month.
FDA may soon ban some chemical hair-straightening products over cancer risk
Chemical hair straighteners or “relaxers," which are often marketed to Black women, have been linked to a number of short-term and long-term health risks, including uterine cancer.
Chemical hair straighteners or “relaxers," which are often marketed to Black women, have been linked to a number of short-term and long-term health risks, including uterine cancer.
Woman banished from Coweta County for claiming her daughter had cancer
Genecia Lewis told people that her young daughter had cancer and she needed help to pay for her medical bills.
Genecia Lewis told people that her young daughter had cancer and she needed help to pay for her medical bills.
Cancer screenings: Here are 5 types and critical information to know about each
Manhattan internal medicine specialist breaks down recommendations — and shares why it's key to find disease in early stagesn
Manhattan internal medicine specialist breaks down recommendations — and shares why it's key to find disease in early stagesn
Prostate cancer symptoms, warning signs and treatment
The progression of prostate cancer is typically slow.
The progression of prostate cancer is typically slow.
Metro Atlanta woman receives rare breast cancer diagnosis at 31
A metro Atlanta woman is celebrating being cancer-free with a new wine.
A metro Atlanta woman is celebrating being cancer-free with a new wine.
Breast cancer drug could have potentially serious side effect, new research reveals
Elevated blood sugar levels were found in some patients, but doctors say the condition can usually be managed.
Elevated blood sugar levels were found in some patients, but doctors say the condition can usually be managed.
Mother of 4 says fear, denial led her to delay starting cervical cancer treatment for 15 months
Danielle McCrae is balancing her immunotherapy appointments at Piedmont Fayette Hospital every 3 weeks with raising 4 kids, and giving herself the time and space to heal.
Danielle McCrae is balancing her immunotherapy appointments at Piedmont Fayette Hospital every 3 weeks with raising 4 kids, and giving herself the time and space to heal.