Teen Raises £220K After Brain Tumor, Gets Dream Train Day
A 17-year-old who beat childhood cancer just raised over £220,000 for the charity that helped him. His reward? A surprise railway adventure he'll never forget.
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Magda Szubanski in Remission After Stage 4 Cancer Fight
Beloved Australian comedian Magda Szubanski announced she's in remission after completing chemotherapy for stage four mantle cell lymphoma. The Kath and Kim star shared the "fantastic news" nine months after her rare blood cancer diagnosis.
64 Teams Compete for Best Medical Breakthrough of 2025
Scientists are voting on the year's most exciting medical advances, from an ALS genetic test to dental floss that tracks stress levels. The competition showcases 64 innovations that could change millions of lives.
Jerry McCormick Urges Black Men: Get Tested at 45
A San Diego cancer survivor is turning his unexpected diagnosis into a mission to save lives. Jerry McCormick's message is simple: early screening for prostate cancer can mean the difference between life and death, especially for Black men.
Vegetarian Diets Cut Cancer Risk in 5 Types, Study Finds
The largest study ever conducted on vegetarian diets and cancer has found that eating plant-based reduces the risk of five major cancers, including breast and pancreatic cancer. This groundbreaking research involving 1.8 million people offers new hope for prevention through simple dietary choices.
Charlotte Brewery Founder Rows 24,000 Meters for Cancer Care
A Charlotte brewery founder is turning grief into giving with a 24-hour rowing marathon that sends 100% of proceeds to local cancer survivors. Teams will gather March 7 to honor a beloved nurse who dedicated her life to helping others.
Houston Breakthrough Shields Skin From Radiation Burns
Scientists have developed an mRNA therapy that protects cancer patients from painful radiation burns, a side effect that affects up to 95% of patients and can force treatment delays. The breakthrough could transform cancer care for millions.
Hockey Team Raises $60K for Cancer Survivors in Washington
A minor league hockey team in Wenatchee, Washington, has raised $60,000 through annual fundraising games to support cancer education programs. Their "Hockey Fights Cancer" night brings the community together while funding vital resources for survivors.
70% of Lymphoma Patients Alive 15 Years After Treatment
A 15-year study reveals that 42% of advanced follicular lymphoma patients can now be considered cured after standard treatment, challenging decades of medical belief that this cancer was incurable. Relapse rates dropped from nearly 7% in the first five years to just 0.6% after 15 years.
Scientists Find New Way to Fight Rare Teen Cancer
Researchers in Japan discovered a promising treatment for synovial sarcoma, an aggressive cancer affecting teenagers and young adults. The new approach starves cancer cells by blocking their nutrient supply without harming healthy tissue.
UCLA Doubles Survival for Advanced Colon Cancer Patients
Scientists at UCLA have achieved breakthrough results in treating advanced colorectal cancer, with a new combination therapy doubling two-year survival rates. The research team is also making major strides in prevention, from mailing free screening kits to developing powerful cancer vaccines.
Las Vegas Kids' Clinic Unveils Ocean-Themed Exam Room
Young cancer patients in Las Vegas now have an underwater adventure waiting for them during medical visits. The new "Under the Sea" exam room turns clinical appointments into treasure hunts complete with hidden symbols and colorful marine life.
Free CrossFit Classes Help 320+ Cancer Survivors Thrive
Cancer survivors in three Michigan counties can now join free 12-week CrossFit programs proven to boost strength, sleep, and quality of life. Since 2019, over 320 survivors have rediscovered what their bodies can do through the CAPABLE program.
Yale Unlocks Key to Fighting 90% of Cancers
Scientists at Yale just solved one of cancer treatment's biggest puzzles: how to make immune cell therapy work against solid tumors, which make up most cancer cases. In mice, 100% of breast cancer tumors vanished completely.
India Launches Free HPV Vaccine for Girls Nationwide
India is rolling out a nationwide HPV vaccination campaign starting February 28 to protect 14-year-old girls from cervical cancer, which kills 75,000 Indian women every year. The free vaccine will be available at 30,000 centers across the country.
Scientists Find Immune Cells Pull DNA in New Way
Japanese researchers discovered that immune cells can selectively extract DNA from dying cells through a completely new process called nucleocytosis. This breakthrough could lead to better treatments for autoimmune diseases, infections, and cancer within the next decade.
Teen Beats Rare Pancreatic Cancer, Now Leads Chicago Walk
Reyna Arreguin survived a cantaloupe-sized pancreatic tumor at 13 and now helps raise funds for other families facing the disease. She's speaking at Chicago's PurpleStride walk this April to inspire thousands.
Las Vegas Cancer Gala Raises Funds for Life-Saving Research
The American Cancer Society's Game Changer Gala takes place this Saturday in Las Vegas, bringing together survivors and supporters to fund critical cancer research. Colon cancer survivor Tori Lyons will share her story at the event.
HPV Vaccine Cuts Cervical Cancer Risk 79% After 18 Years
A groundbreaking 18-year study from Sweden shows the HPV vaccine provides lasting protection against cervical cancer, with no signs of weakening over time. Nearly a million women participated in research that could help eliminate cervical cancer as a public health threat.
Exercise During Chemo Boosts Quality of Life for 3,000 Women
A groundbreaking study of over 3,000 breast cancer patients reveals that staying active during chemotherapy significantly improves how women feel physically, emotionally, and mentally. The best part? Any type of movement helps, from walking to strength training.
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