Columbia tower firefighter stair climb raises money for cancer
Join over 2,000 firefighters from around the world as they scale Seattle's Columbia Tower in the annual LLS Firefighter stair climb, raising over $20 million to support The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society in their mission to find cures for blood cancers.
Lung cancer rising among non-smokers — here's why
The most common form of lung cancer is primarily found in non-smokers, a new study reveals. Doctors react to the surprising driver of the disease and other risk factors.
Dwyane Wade reveals cancer diagnosis, kidney surgery
Dwyane Wade, NBA legend and former Marquette Golden Eagles standout, revealed his cancer diagnosis on Thursday.
UW men's basketball team hosts cancer survivor
The University of Washington men's basketball team just threw their support behind a local cancer survivor. The team, and head coach Danny Sprinkle, hosted Cindy Tan during practice on Friday as part of the initiative Coaches Vs. Cancer.
Everett firefighters hope to raise $100K for Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
On a gloomy Saturday afternoon in Everett, at the corner of 102nd Street and 19th Ave. in front of Costco, firefighters carried signs and a boot with one goal: to fill the boot. They’re trying to raise $100,000 for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society ahead of the 34th annual Firefighter Stair Climb in March.
US surgeon general warns drinking can cause cancer
The U.S. surgeon general is making a push to add a new warning on alcohol due to its link with cancer.
Beating the odds: Inspiring stories of cancer survivors in 2024
Cancer remains a leading cause of death in the U.S., affecting 1 in 3 people, but many are surviving and thriving after treatment.
Seattle Children's uses video games to help with cancer treatment
Seattle Children's Hospital is turning to video games to help patients get through cancer treatment, offering accessible entertainment and a healthy distraction during an otherwise painful process.
Paul Teal, 'One Tree Hill' actor, dead at 35
Actor Paul Teal, who starred on the hit show “One Tree Hill", has died at the age of 35.
Breast cancer vaccine in early clinical trials
A breast cancer vaccine in early clinical trials at the Cleveland Clinic could change everything for women.
Travel expert Rick Steves gives update on prostate cancer battle
In a Monday night post to social media, travel expert and guidebook author Rick Steves provided an update on his battle with prostate cancer.
The financial impact of cancer
Many cancer survivors are still dealing with the long-term financial impacts from the disease.
Cancer survivors urge congress to make cancer a top priority
This week, nearly 750 cancer survivors and advocates are in Washington D.C., including some from Washington state, to urge congress to make cancer a top priority. Janet Bradshaw is one of those Washingtonians.
Seattle-area survivors, advocates urge congress to make cancer priority
This week, 750 cancer survivors and advocates are in Washington D.C., including some from our state, to urge congress to make cancer a top priority. Janet Bradshaw is one of those Washingtonians.
Millennials, Gen Xers face higher risk of 17 cancers than previous generations, study says
A large study by researchers at the American Cancer Society found that Gen Xers and Millennials face a higher risk of developing certain types of cancers.
AI-powered cancer screening company Ezra comes to Seattle
1-in-2 men and 1-in-3 women will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime. Now, there’s a new way to screen for cancer and it's powered by artificial intelligence.
AI-powered cancer screening company comes to Seattle
New AI-powered cancer screening technology is available in Washington for the first time, allowing people to get a scan in half the time for about half the price.
New rule could forgive medical debt for millions of Americans
A new rule proposed by the Biden Administration could wipe medical debt off most credit reports.
'Wag Love Life' 5K in Redmond raising money for dog cancer research
The Canine Cancer Alliance's annual “Wag Love Life" 5K Run and Walk in Redmond is raising money for cancer prevention and research in dogs.
Cancer trends: Common types & risk factors revealed
Almost 40% of Americans will receive a cancer diagnosis at some point in their lifetime — but certain types are more common than others, statistics show.