Ultra-processed foods may raise colon cancer risk in younger women, study finds
A new study suggests that eating large amounts of ultra-processed foods may increase the risk of developing precancerous colon growths in younger adults.
'Grey's Anatomy' star James Pickens Jr. reveals cancer diagnosis
James Pickens Jr. revealed his fight against prostate cancer after his "Grey's Anatomy" character faced a cancer diagnosis in the mid-season finale.
Alex Singleton cancer diagnosis revealed after random drug test
The NFL player hopes sharing his diagnosis will encourage others to pay attention to their bodies and to get regular screenings.
Doctors urge mammograms as Breast Cancer Awareness Month begins
As October marks the beginning of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, doctors are urging women to get screened, noting that early detection has led to higher survival rates and easier treatment
Medicaid cuts impacting West Seattle Twins rare cancer fight
West Seattle mother of infant twins, both diagnosed with a rare form of cancer, is speaking out about her fear that new federal budget cuts to Medicaid could jeopardize her daughters' care.
Orting, WA community rallies around volleyball coach on third cancer battle
In Orting, the community is rallying around a beloved high school volleyball coach battling cancer for the third time. Gariann Frey, who has dedicated herself to helping her student-athletes on and off the court, is now the one receiving support.
Orting, WA community rallies around volleyball coach on third cancer battle
In Orting, the community there is rallying around their high school volleyball coach as she battles cancer for the third time.
Happy Bundles: Bringing joy to kids fighting cancer
Seattle nonprofit Happy Bundles sends gifts to children fighting cancer, with the mission of making the worst time in a child's life a little more bearable.
New vaccine designed to help fight colorectal, pancreatic cancer shows promising results: Study
The vaccine, which has completed its phase 1 trial, is called ELI-002 2P.
Seward park hosts annual Rivkin family run for Ovarian Cancer research
Seward Park is hosting the annual Rivkin Family Run this morning, an event dedicated to raising awareness and funds for ovarian cancer research.
Seattle bar crawl supporting cancer research
The second annual "Mountains Out Bar Crawl" is set for Saturday, July 12, in Seattle, aiming to raise funds for stage four breast cancer research. The event, which raised over $12,000 last year, donates all proceeds directly to Metavivor, a non-profit dedicated to metastatic breast cancer research.
AI tool to predict breast cancer risk approved by FDA
The FDA has approved the first artificial intelligence tool to predict breast cancer risk.
Exercise cuts colon cancer recurrence, boosts survival, study finds
A major Canadian study has found that regular, structured exercise after surgery and chemotherapy significantly improves outcomes for colon cancer patients.
Former President Joe Biden diagnosed with prostate cancer
Former President Joe Biden's office confirmed on Sunday that he was diagnosed with an "aggressive form" of prostate cancer.
Dog detects woman's breast cancer before doctors: 'He knew all along'
Breanna Bortner, a 31-year-old from Minnesota, credits her dog Mochi with helping detect her breast cancer before doctors confirmed it.
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.