Cancer vaccine gets green light
An experimental vaccine is getting the green light to move forward.
Colorectal cancer is now leading cause of death among young adults with cancer: new report
Colorectal cancer is now among the leading causes of cancer deaths for young adults, according to a new report from the American Cancer Society (ACS).
Ohio mom faked young daughter’s cancer diagnosis, shaved her head for thousands in donations: Sheriff
A 41-year-old Ohio mom has been charged with theft by deception after allegedly faking that her 7-year-old daughter had leukemia for years.
Adan Canto died of appendiceal cancer, more young people could too: study
According to a 2020 health study, the diagnoses of malignant appendiceal tumors (a symptom of the appendix cancer) increased by over 230%. Most of those diagnosed were under 50.
Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin undergoes prostate cancer surgery, White House unaware until days later
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has prostate cancer, and his recent secretive hospitalization was for surgery and later to treat a urinary tract infection related to that operation, his doctors said Tuesday.
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.
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.
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.
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.
'Big Bang Theory' actress Kate Micucci diagnosed with lung cancer: 'Never smoked a cigarette in my life'
Kate Micucci shared a TikTok in which she was seen lying in a hospital bed and explained that she was recovering after undergoing lung surgery to treat the cancer.
Skin cancer prevention: Mole checks
Nurse Nancy Pellegrino joined us on Good Day LA to discuss skin cancer and the importance of checking your moles.
San Diego Padres owner Peter Seidler dies at 63
Peter Seidler, a third-generation member of the O’Malley family who used to own the Brooklyn/Los Angeles Dodgers, was a two-time cancer survivor.
Day dedicated to self-care honoring cancer survivors
Tower Cancer Research Foundation in West Hollywood is honoring cancer survivors with "Magnolia Monday."
Celebrating Survivorship at 'Light the Night'
Amanda Salas introduces us to a young cancer survivor.
Living Connected: The Foundation for Living Beauty
A local nonprofit exists to help women battling cancer.
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.
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
Competing for a cause at the Malibu Triathlon
The upcoming Malibu triathlon takes on a special meaning for some athletes who are competing for a cause.
Childhood cancer patients, families celebrated in Long Beach
The Local Hearts Foundation recently celebrated some childhood cancer patients and their families in Long Beach for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.
FabFitFun co-founder gives back to cancer hospital that saved his life
September is Blood Cancer Awareness Month. Daniel Broukhim is a Lymphoma Survivor who donated over $200,000 to City of Hope after they saved his life.