New drug nearly doubles survival rates in some pancreatic cancer patients, study says

New research shows a medication called daraxonrasib is helping people with advanced pancreatic cancer live longer.

• Jun 1

Georgia nonprofit supports women diagnosed with ovarian cancer

Kim Airhart was blindsided by her ovarian cancer diagnosis and started her nonprofit to offer support for women going through the same journey.

• May 19

Atlanta physician shares importance of colorectal cancer screenings

According to the American Cancer Society, 20 percent of people diagnosed with colorectal cancer were 54 years old or younger in 2019. That's up from 11 percent in 1990.

• Mar 27

From cancer battle to bodybuilding: How an Atlanta mother reclaimed her life

For Mary Sims, the nightmare began with what she thought was a simple case of the flu. Instead, it spiraled into a grueling five-year battle with cancer that robbed her of her health, her hair, and her 30s.

• Mar 18

James Van Der Beek, "Dawson's Creek" star, dies at 48 after cancer diagnosis

"Dawson's Creek" and "Varsity Blues" star James Van Der Beek has died at 48 years old.

• Feb 12

Montell Jordan shares health update after documenting prostate cancer journey

R&B star and local pastor Montell Jordan shared joyful news with fans, announcing that he is officially cancer free after a two-year battle with prostate cancer.

• Dec 30, 2025

They lost their first loves. Music helped them find hope again.

A Cobb County couple is using music to bring comfort to families facing the same grief they once carried alone.

• Dec 26, 2025

150 Georgia families celebrate the holidays at CURE's annual party

The annual CURE Childhood Cancer Holiday Party brought joy, crafts, treats and a visit from Santa to families navigating the challenges of childhood cancer.

• Dec 7, 2025

Two Atlanta teens ring end-of-treatment bell together after months of battling cancer

Two best friends battling cancer side by side at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta celebrated a major milestone together, ringing the end-of-treatment bell at the same time.

• Nov 26, 2025

Doctors urge Georgians with family history of cancer to be tested

Doctors say new studies into genes can help them catch cancer earlier, but patients have to be tested.

• Nov 20, 2025

D'Angelo, Grammy-winning R&B singer, dies of cancer at 51

D'Angelo's family said he died Tuesday after a "prolonged and courageous battle with cancer."

• Oct 15, 2025

Montell Jordan reveals prostate cancer battle, plans "This Is How We Cure It" tour

After revealing his prostate cancer diagnosis, Montell Jordan says early detection saved his life, and he hopes his new tour will encourage men to get screened.

• Sep 29, 2025