Targeted drug shrinks tumors in 3 out of 4 patients with advanced breast cancer
There may be a promising new treatment on the horizon for advanced breast cancer patients, according to developing research.
There may be a promising new treatment on the horizon for advanced breast cancer patients, according to developing research.
Childhood cancer risk may be higher after some fertility treatments, study finds
A large study found that some fertility treatments may be linked to a modestly higher risk of childhood cancer.
A large study found that some fertility treatments may be linked to a modestly higher risk of childhood cancer.
FDA clears use of AI tool designed to predict whether breast cancer will recur
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has given clearance for the use of an AI tool designed to help predict the chances that breast cancer will come back after treatment, the product’s maker says.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has given clearance for the use of an AI tool designed to help predict the chances that breast cancer will come back after treatment, the product’s maker says.
Vatican: Pope Leo XIV has lung cancer, Fox 13 interviews a UW Medicine expert
Matthew Smith invites Dr. McGarry Houghton, MD, a pulmonologist at UW Medicine to inform viewers about lung cancer and what this could mean for the Pope's diagnosis.
Matthew Smith invites Dr. McGarry Houghton, MD, a pulmonologist at UW Medicine to inform viewers about lung cancer and what this could mean for the Pope's diagnosis.
Seahawks fan in cancer battle seeks help finding missing costume piece
For 14 years, Shelby Bunn has donned her "Fairyhawk" costume at Seattle Seahawks games. Now, in the middle of a battle with breast cancer, she's asking for help finding a vital piece of her outfit.
For 14 years, Shelby Bunn has donned her "Fairyhawk" costume at Seattle Seahawks games. Now, in the middle of a battle with breast cancer, she's asking for help finding a vital piece of her outfit.
Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Tips for preventing and treating the disease
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to bring awareness to the disease, promote early detection, and educate about screening and symptoms. FOX 13 Meteorologist Claire Anderson sits down with UW professor Dr. Nora Disis about how immunotherapy and vaccines can help the immune system fight the disease.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to bring awareness to the disease, promote early detection, and educate about screening and symptoms. FOX 13 Meteorologist Claire Anderson sits down with UW professor Dr. Nora Disis about how immunotherapy and vaccines can help the immune system fight the disease.
Infections linked to 2.3 million global cancer cases in 2024, study finds
A new analysis by the International Agency for Research on Cancer found that infections were linked to approximately 2.3 million cancer cases worldwide in 2024.
A new analysis by the International Agency for Research on Cancer found that infections were linked to approximately 2.3 million cancer cases worldwide in 2024.
Susie Wiles says she has no evidence of cancer after treatment
White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles said Wednesday that her latest pathology results showed no evidence of cancer following months of treatment for early-stage breast cancer.
White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles said Wednesday that her latest pathology results showed no evidence of cancer following months of treatment for early-stage breast cancer.
Cancer risk may be higher for people with one particular type of job
People who fly for a living could face a higher risk of certain types of cancers, a new Harvard study suggests.
People who fly for a living could face a higher risk of certain types of cancers, a new Harvard study suggests.
Moderna cancer vaccine cuts melanoma risk in breakthrough trial, shares surge 160%
Moderna and Merck reported promising late-stage trial results for their personalized mRNA cancer vaccine, which lowered the risk of melanoma.
Moderna and Merck reported promising late-stage trial results for their personalized mRNA cancer vaccine, which lowered the risk of melanoma.
Popular daily drinking habit could nearly triple risk of stomach cancer, major study finds
A popular daily drinking habit could be linked to a significantly higher risk of stomach cancer, according to a new study from Mass General Brigham.
A popular daily drinking habit could be linked to a significantly higher risk of stomach cancer, according to a new study from Mass General Brigham.
Sydney Towle, TikTok creator who documented cancer journey, dies at 26
TikTok creator Sydney Towle has died at the age of 26 after battling cholangiocarcinoma, a rare form of bile duct cancer.
TikTok creator Sydney Towle has died at the age of 26 after battling cholangiocarcinoma, a rare form of bile duct cancer.
'You're So Vain' singer Carly Simon says Parkinson's and cancer diagnoses kept her from public eye
Carly Simon has Parkinson's disease and underwent surgery for basal cell carcinoma, a form of skin cancer.
Carly Simon has Parkinson's disease and underwent surgery for basal cell carcinoma, a form of skin cancer.
Lou Koller, Sick of It All frontman, dies at 59 after cancer battle
Lou Koller, the longtime frontman and co-founder of New York hardcore band Sick of It All, has died at age 59 after a two-year battle with cancer.
Lou Koller, the longtime frontman and co-founder of New York hardcore band Sick of It All, has died at age 59 after a two-year battle with cancer.
Jennifer Finch, founding L7 bassist and songwriter, dies at 59
Jennifer Finch, the bassist, singer and songwriter best known for her work with pioneering rock band L7, has died at 59 after battling an aggressive form of brain cancer.
Jennifer Finch, the bassist, singer and songwriter best known for her work with pioneering rock band L7, has died at 59 after battling an aggressive form of brain cancer.
Legacy run turns grief into cancer support
A grieving father shares how losing his 39-year-old son to stage 4 cancer sparked a community movement. The upcoming July 19 walk and run in North Bend raises funds to directly support local cancer patients and their caregivers. Learn how this local family keeps their son's legacy alive through direct community impact.
A grieving father shares how losing his 39-year-old son to stage 4 cancer sparked a community movement. The upcoming July 19 walk and run in North Bend raises funds to directly support local cancer patients and their caregivers. Learn how this local family keeps their son's legacy alive through direct community impact.
Country singer Jillian Cardarelli shares update after breast cancer surgery
Country singer Jillian Cardarelli is sharing an encouraging update after undergoing surgery as part of her breast cancer treatment.
Country singer Jillian Cardarelli is sharing an encouraging update after undergoing surgery as part of her breast cancer treatment.
New blood test detects aggressive prostate cancer more accurately than PSA, study finds
A new study suggests the investigational Stockholm3 blood test may improve the early detection of aggressive prostate cancer compared with the standard PSA test.
A new study suggests the investigational Stockholm3 blood test may improve the early detection of aggressive prostate cancer compared with the standard PSA test.
Tyler Mane, X-Men star and former wrestler, reveals breast cancer diagnosis
Tyler Mane, who is best known for his role as Sabretooth in "X-Men," shared he has been diagnosed with breast cancer.
Tyler Mane, who is best known for his role as Sabretooth in "X-Men," shared he has been diagnosed with breast cancer.
Foster Sylvers, former child star of The Sylvers, dies at 64: reports
Foster Sylvers, the former child star who helped propel the family R&B group The Sylvers to fame in the 1970s, has reportedly died at age 64.
Foster Sylvers, the former child star who helped propel the family R&B group The Sylvers to fame in the 1970s, has reportedly died at age 64.