More Americans are surviving lung cancer, American Lung Association report finds
More Americans are surviving long cancer as the survival rate has increased over the last decade, according to a new report from the American Lung Association.
More Americans are surviving long cancer as the survival rate has increased over the last decade, according to a new report from the American Lung Association.
'We love you, Alex': Alex Trebek gets choked up at 'Jeopardy!' contestant's touching answer
The contestant didn't know the Final Jeopardy! answer, so he used the moment to share words of encouragement for the longtime host who is battling pancreatic cancer.
The contestant didn't know the Final Jeopardy! answer, so he used the moment to share words of encouragement for the longtime host who is battling pancreatic cancer.
Teen in cancer remission receives guitar autographed by Billie Joe Armstrong
Liam Noonan got a big surprise on Friday. The 17-year-old from East Northport, Long Island, was diagnosed with cancer last March and through all of his treatments was a superstar. He is now in remission.
Liam Noonan got a big surprise on Friday. The 17-year-old from East Northport, Long Island, was diagnosed with cancer last March and through all of his treatments was a superstar. He is now in remission.
Autographed guitar for teen recovering from cancer
Liam Noonan got a big surprise on Friday. The 17-year-old from East Northport, Long Island, was diagnosed with cancer last March and through all of his treatments was a superstar. He is now in remission.
Liam Noonan got a big surprise on Friday. The 17-year-old from East Northport, Long Island, was diagnosed with cancer last March and through all of his treatments was a superstar. He is now in remission.
NYU stem cell research
Stem cells need a "home" to survive. That home is called a niche. Researchers at NYU Langone study special properties of stem cells and the impact they can have in treating diseases like Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, various cancers, and others.
Stem cells need a "home" to survive. That home is called a niche. Researchers at NYU Langone study special properties of stem cells and the impact they can have in treating diseases like Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, various cancers, and others.
Dad gets wish to marry girlfriend hours before lung cancer death
“We all knew he was going to go,” Laura said. “He managed to say his vows and put the ring on my finger and give me a kiss."
“We all knew he was going to go,” Laura said. “He managed to say his vows and put the ring on my finger and give me a kiss."
Facing critical shortage of pediatric chemotherapy drug, parents worry
Facing a critical and sudden shortage of the pediatric chemotherapy drug vincristine, doctors are rationing their supplies, and parents are worried. Charlotte Armstrong, who turned 2 in September, received a much lower dose of the drug during her recent infusion.
Facing a critical and sudden shortage of the pediatric chemotherapy drug vincristine, doctors are rationing their supplies, and parents are worried. Charlotte Armstrong, who turned 2 in September, received a much lower dose of the drug during her recent infusion.
Mom diagnosed with rare breast cancer during pregnancy delivers 'miracle' baby boy
Jade Devis said it started with a hard lump that was allegedly dismissed by a radiologist as a pregnancy symptom.
Jade Devis said it started with a hard lump that was allegedly dismissed by a radiologist as a pregnancy symptom.
Mom who beat cancer during pregnancy advocates for others
When Jennifer Murphy holds her daughter Marlowe there's no better feeling in the world. For her, the bond is even more special because Jennifer wasn't sure if she'd ever get to meet her baby. Jennifer was diagnosed with cancer while she was pregnant.
When Jennifer Murphy holds her daughter Marlowe there's no better feeling in the world. For her, the bond is even more special because Jennifer wasn't sure if she'd ever get to meet her baby. Jennifer was diagnosed with cancer while she was pregnant.
Beating cancer during pregnancy
When Jennifer Murphy holds her daughter Marlowe there's no better feeling in the world. For her, the bond is even more special because Jennifer wasn't sure if she'd ever get to meet her baby. Jennifer was diagnosed with cancer while she was pregnant.
When Jennifer Murphy holds her daughter Marlowe there's no better feeling in the world. For her, the bond is even more special because Jennifer wasn't sure if she'd ever get to meet her baby. Jennifer was diagnosed with cancer while she was pregnant.
Boy undergoing treatment for rare form of cancer asks for cards for 10th birthday
In honor of Carter’s 10th birthday this month, Joshua Willett said his son would like to receive birthday cards in the mail.
In honor of Carter’s 10th birthday this month, Joshua Willett said his son would like to receive birthday cards in the mail.
Wisconsin woman diagnosed with rare cancer after noticing 'ingrown hair' on this part of her body
She went to a dermatologist who told her the bump was likely nothing to worry about, as the skin around it appeared healthy. But the doctor recommended Marisa Strupp see a gynecologist anyway, and she did.
She went to a dermatologist who told her the bump was likely nothing to worry about, as the skin around it appeared healthy. But the doctor recommended Marisa Strupp see a gynecologist anyway, and she did.
12-year-old cancer survivor is ‘Sheriff for a Day’ in Suffolk County
Douglas Grimmett, a 12-year-old leukemia survivor got the experience as a lifetime on Tuesday as he spent the day as honorary sheriff in Suffolk County.
Douglas Grimmett, a 12-year-old leukemia survivor got the experience as a lifetime on Tuesday as he spent the day as honorary sheriff in Suffolk County.
9/11 first responders get their due
The holidays are naughty and nice for the first responders, who must deal with a stampede at a toy store, a mistletoe stunt gone awry and neighbours competing in a Christmas-light showdown. Meanwhile, Bobby contemplates his future with Athena.
The holidays are naughty and nice for the first responders, who must deal with a stampede at a toy store, a mistletoe stunt gone awry and neighbours competing in a Christmas-light showdown. Meanwhile, Bobby contemplates his future with Athena.
Senate passes 9/11 victims' fund bill
The Senate gave final legislative approval Tuesday to a bill ensuring that a victims' compensation fund related to the Sept. 11 attacks never runs out of money. The 97-2 vote sends the bill to President Donald Trump, who is expected to sign it.
The Senate gave final legislative approval Tuesday to a bill ensuring that a victims' compensation fund related to the Sept. 11 attacks never runs out of money. The 97-2 vote sends the bill to President Donald Trump, who is expected to sign it.
Tom Coughlin Jay Fund
The Cabrera family in Bloomfield, new jersey, has plenty to smile about these days. They recently learned their daughter, Magen, has received an $8,000 college scholarship. Five years ago, she was diagnosed with leukemia.
The Cabrera family in Bloomfield, new jersey, has plenty to smile about these days. They recently learned their daughter, Magen, has received an $8,000 college scholarship. Five years ago, she was diagnosed with leukemia.
HPV vaccine effectiveness
The benefits of the HPV vaccine are exceeding expectations. Researchers say this could lead to the elimination of cervical cancer. Dr. Jennifer Caudle, an associate professor at Rowan University, hopes more young children and young people get the shot.
The benefits of the HPV vaccine are exceeding expectations. Researchers say this could lead to the elimination of cervical cancer. Dr. Jennifer Caudle, an associate professor at Rowan University, hopes more young children and young people get the shot.
Young cancer patients hit the catwalk with the New York Yankees
Players from the New York Yankees escorted pediatric cancer patients down the catwalk as part of Hope Week, an annual event put on my Runway Heroes, a non-profit that features children with cancer in fashion events.
Players from the New York Yankees escorted pediatric cancer patients down the catwalk as part of Hope Week, an annual event put on my Runway Heroes, a non-profit that features children with cancer in fashion events.
Battle over the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund
The House Judiciary Committee voted unanimously to reauthorize the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund Wednesday. The bill will guarantee support for sick first responders and survivors of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks until 2090, but it still needs to pass the House and Senate.
The House Judiciary Committee voted unanimously to reauthorize the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund Wednesday. The bill will guarantee support for sick first responders and survivors of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks until 2090, but it still needs to pass the House and Senate.
Jon Stewart shames Congress
Pointing to rows of uniformed firefighters and police officers behind him, Jon Stewart said the congressional hearing "should be flipped," so that first responders were on the dais, with members of Congress "down here" in witness chairs answering their questions.
Pointing to rows of uniformed firefighters and police officers behind him, Jon Stewart said the congressional hearing "should be flipped," so that first responders were on the dais, with members of Congress "down here" in witness chairs answering their questions.