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.
First lady Jill Biden heading to Atlanta
First Lady Dr. Jill Biden is headed for the Peach State.
First Lady Dr. Jill Biden is headed for the Peach State.
Linda Evangelista has 'one foot in the grave' after being diagnosed with cancer twice in 5 years
It was only last year when supermodel Linda Evangelista revealed she had secluded herself from the public for half a decade due to deformities she says were caused by CoolSculpting, an FDA-approved procedure known to freeze fat.
It was only last year when supermodel Linda Evangelista revealed she had secluded herself from the public for half a decade due to deformities she says were caused by CoolSculpting, an FDA-approved procedure known to freeze fat.
California teen shares story for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
Madisyn isn’t letting her diagnosis stop her from smiling and is sharing her story to help others. Her mom advises parents who notice their children having bizarre symptoms or unique sensations to get checked "just to be on the safe side."
Madisyn isn’t letting her diagnosis stop her from smiling and is sharing her story to help others. Her mom advises parents who notice their children having bizarre symptoms or unique sensations to get checked "just to be on the safe side."
Kennesaw family raising awareness about childhood cancer
A Kennesaw family is making it their mission to raise awareness about childhood cancer after their young daughter and sister battled a rare form of cancer.
A Kennesaw family is making it their mission to raise awareness about childhood cancer after their young daughter and sister battled a rare form of cancer.
Colorectal cancer survivor urges men not to delay cancer screenings
For years, Mark Atencio of Marietta says he rarely went in for medical checkups.
For years, Mark Atencio of Marietta says he rarely went in for medical checkups.
Young boy has 'wish' of meeting Atlanta Braves come to life
What if your wish was to meet your favorite baseball players? That wish came true for one young fan.
What if your wish was to meet your favorite baseball players? That wish came true for one young fan.
3-year-old boy battling cancer named honorary Cherokee County firefighter
At just 3-years-old, Austin Jett Herre has already been through so much. Now the Cherokee County Fire Department is naming this cancer fighter an honorary member.
At just 3-years-old, Austin Jett Herre has already been through so much. Now the Cherokee County Fire Department is naming this cancer fighter an honorary member.
How to spot melanoma and other skin cancers
Many of us don't spend too much time looking at our skin. But regular skin checks can help you spot the first warning signs of skin cancer.
Many of us don't spend too much time looking at our skin. But regular skin checks can help you spot the first warning signs of skin cancer.
Breast cancer surgeon weighs in on new mammogram guidelines
New guidelines recommend women get their first mammogram at 40 and then a follow up every other year. A breast cancer surgeon weighs in on the guidance and explains why Black women and women of Ashkenazi Jewish descent should get a breast cancer risk assessment in their mid-twenties.
New guidelines recommend women get their first mammogram at 40 and then a follow up every other year. A breast cancer surgeon weighs in on the guidance and explains why Black women and women of Ashkenazi Jewish descent should get a breast cancer risk assessment in their mid-twenties.
Aspartame sweetener used in Diet Coke, some chewing gum, may be deemed 'possibly carcinogenic': Report
Aspartame – one of the most common artificial sweeteners in the world – is slated to be declared a possible carcinogen by the World Health Organization's (WHO) cancer research agency next month, according to a report.
Aspartame – one of the most common artificial sweeteners in the world – is slated to be declared a possible carcinogen by the World Health Organization's (WHO) cancer research agency next month, according to a report.
Vaccines could be next big advance in cancer treatment
After decades of limited success, scientists say research has reached a turning point, with many predicting more vaccines will be out in five years.
After decades of limited success, scientists say research has reached a turning point, with many predicting more vaccines will be out in five years.
Baby, it's hot out there: Dermatologist shares sun protection tips
As summer heats up, our risk for sunburns and skin damage increases. Dr. Loren Krueger, a dermatologist at the Emory Clinic in Atlanta, shares some tips on how to pick the best sun protection.
As summer heats up, our risk for sunburns and skin damage increases. Dr. Loren Krueger, a dermatologist at the Emory Clinic in Atlanta, shares some tips on how to pick the best sun protection.
How to get tickets to fish fry to benefit families of Spalding County deputies
The Spalding County Sheriff’s Office is holding a fish fry on Friday, July 14 to help the families of Lt. Nick and Rachel Bruce as well as Deputy Kyle Mason.
The Spalding County Sheriff’s Office is holding a fish fry on Friday, July 14 to help the families of Lt. Nick and Rachel Bruce as well as Deputy Kyle Mason.