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CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook explains why immediate access to test results "is a great idea," but notes "it comes with some wrinkles."
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CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook explains why immediate access to test results "is a great idea," but notes "it comes with some wrinkles."
U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Rayshaun Smith thought his knee pain was caused by his active lifestyle. It was an early sign of a rare cancer.
The American Cancer Society's annual cancer trend report shows cancer mortality is decreasing but cancer rates are increasing in young adults and women.
The red food dye is used in products ranging from candies to vegetarian meats.
Dr. Vivek Murthy issued an advisory Friday about alcohol and cancer risk and called for changes to beverage warning labels.
The Environmental Protection Agency banned two solvents known to cause a range of cancers: trichloroethylene (TCE) and perchloroethylene (PCE).
Mary Jo Burkhard, 71, went to the emergency room with worrying symptoms. It wasn't the heart attack she feared.
Glioblastoma typically kills within 18 months, but a new type of treatment has kept Nadya El-Afandi's scans clear 17 months after diagnosis.
The "Dawson's Creek" alum shared the news on Sunday and said that despite the diagnosis, there is "reason for optimism, and I'm feeling good."
"The Office" actress Jenna Fischer on Tuesday revealed that she was diagnosed with breast cancer last year but is now cancer-free after receiving treatment.
Many Americans are unaware of the connection between drinking and cancer risk, despite growing research that points to the negative health impacts of alcohol.
The latest Cancer Progress Report from the American Association for Cancer Research also found a 24% decline in the overall cancer death rate for children and adolescents.
Asian American and Pacific Islander women once had a relatively low rate of breast cancer diagnoses. Now, researchers are scrambling to understand what's changed.
Alternatives to the often dreaded pap smear may be on the way for cervical cancer screenings. Here's what to know.
Cancer cases and deaths among men are expected to nearly double globally by 2050, according to a new study.
Gen Xers and millennials have a higher risk of developing more than a dozen cancers than older generations, according to new research from the American Cancer Society.
Chemotherapy deserts are expanding across the United States as hospitals winnow services to save money, creating financial and logistical hurdles for rural patience seeking cancer treatment.
The Food and Drug Administration has approved a blood test intended to detect colorectal cancer, expanding options for screening for the potentially deadly disease.
A new rankings list from U.S. News & World Report aims to highlight the top ranked hospitals for different specialized care needs, from cancer to cardiology.
Shannen Doherty had been battling cancer since 2015.
Ann Wilson, lead singer of rock band Heart, says she has cancer.
Dick Vitale announced that a biopsy of a lymph node in his neck showed cancer.
People are taking to social media to share their extreme sun habits, from anti-sunscreen stances to out-of-control tanning tips. Here's what experts say.
O.J. Simpson's longtime lawyer in Las Vegas says the end came quickly.
The FDA's accelerated approval program is meant to give patients early access to promising drugs, but a new study found most cancer drugs do not demonstrate benefits within five years.
A startling discovery about a day care center employee in Centennial left parents in disbelief.
Two people who were detained at the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility in Aurora have escaped and officials are hoping people can help find them.
Full Ikon Pass holders will have unlimited access to A-Basin for the 2025-2026. It's a big change for the "local's mountain."
A bill in front of the state House could create an avenue for Coloradans to file ethics complaints about elected leaders of special districts.
The Colorado State University Rams will represent the Centennial State in the 2025 NCAA men's basketball tournament.
A startling discovery about a day care center employee in Centennial left parents in disbelief.
Two people who were detained at the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility in Aurora have escaped and officials are hoping people can help find them.
Full Ikon Pass holders will have unlimited access to A-Basin for the 2025-2026. It's a big change for the "local's mountain."
A bill in front of the state House could create an avenue for Coloradans to file ethics complaints about elected leaders of special districts.
Often, Coloradans pay top dollar for child care but a Denver nonprofit is offering help to families in need.
The two men escaped on Tuesday night during a power outage at the facility. It wasn't until 2:30 a.m. on Wednesday that staff noticed that the men were missing.
State assessments of Colorado’s funding position have determined the state remains about $4 billion short in education funding, with a low per pupil funding rate that trails most other states.
A tradition spanning nearly four decades brought a Colorado couple to Delaware to complete their 38th vow renewal.
A bill in front of the state House could create an avenue for Coloradans to file ethics complaints about elected leaders of special districts.
Arapahoe Basin will be more widely available to passholders next season.
The Colorado State University Rams will represent the Centennial State in the 2025 NCAA men's basketball tournament.
Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser is issuing a warning about March Madness ticket scams as fans get ready for games at Ball Arena in Denver.
The Mile High City is getting a new stadium and sports complex. Denver NWSL announced Tuesday its plan to build a 14,500-seat stadium and recreational district for professional women's soccer near I-25 and South Broadway at Santa Fe Yards.
It's been six years since the last Colorado Classic, but the world's best cyclists are expected to return in 2026 with the launch of the Tour of Colorado.
Denver NWSL announced plans for a new 14,500-seat stadium near I-25 and Broadway. It's expected to open in 2028.
Red Lobster CEO Damola Adamolekun took over last September, shortly after the chain closed many locations and filed for bankruptcy.
The United States fell to its lowest-ever place on the World Happiness Report, while Finland remained in the top spot and Mexico and Costa Rica moved up.
Completely eliminating the department would require approval from Congress, which isn't certain.
Acting USAID Deputy Administrator Pete Marocco handed off control of the foreign aid agency to a DOGE official.
President Trump's aggressive trade policies and barbed rhetoric threatens to discourage foreign travelers from visiting the U.S., economists say.
Completely eliminating the department would require approval from Congress, which isn't certain.
Acting USAID Deputy Administrator Pete Marocco handed off control of the foreign aid agency to a DOGE official.
A group of five former Institute of Peace board members are challenging DOGE's efforts targeting the U.S. Institute of Peace.
The Pentagon ordered a digital refresh to remove content featuring DEI, which has led to the removal in some cases of pages recognizing significant figures in the U.S. military's history.
"I myself don't give away anything for nothing," Rep. Nancy Pelosi said about Schumer's handling of last week's government shutdown vote.
The United States fell to its lowest-ever place on the World Happiness Report, while Finland remained in the top spot and Mexico and Costa Rica moved up.
Research has shown that smartphone addiction causes major increases in brain activity, requiring the brain to work harder to complete simple tasks.
Nestlé USA cites consumer complaints, including "one potential choking incident" for recalling products sold nationwide.
With the first licenses for providing psychedelic mushrooms issued in Colorado, excitement and questions build about the fungi's potential, affordability and safety.
About one in five newborns in the U.S. start out on infant formula, making it a crucial source of nutrition.
Full Ikon Pass holders will have unlimited access to A-Basin for the 2025-2026. It's a big change for the "local's mountain."
Red Lobster CEO Damola Adamolekun took over last September, shortly after the chain closed many locations and filed for bankruptcy.
President Trump's aggressive trade policies and barbed rhetoric threatens to discourage foreign travelers from visiting the U.S., economists say.
Nestlé USA cites consumer complaints, including "one potential choking incident" for recalling products sold nationwide.
Fed Chair Jerome Powell cites "high uncertainty" around the impact of Trump administration tariffs on key trading partners.
A startling discovery about a day care center employee in Centennial left parents in disbelief.
A criminal investigation was launched at Columbine High School after school officials falsely claimed a student was homeless so she could move in with a teacher.
When Tate Anderson's daughter needed a loan for a couple thousand dollars to help buy a car in February, the Englewood woman went online and stumbled on a loan that her father couldn't believe.
Brenda Hamilton, the former town clerk for Lakeside, pleaded guilty to one felony count of embezzlement of public property, and agreed to pay restitution to the town totaling $26,000 as part of a plea agreement.
The medical director of a Denver eating disorder clinic says popular medications that are being used as weight loss drugs are impacting patients who are being treated for a variety of eating disorders.