Tackling the racial divide in the fight against cancer
Black and White women have the same chance of getting breast cancer, but Black women are more likely to be diagnosed with advanced cancer and are 40% more likely to die from it.
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Black and White women have the same chance of getting breast cancer, but Black women are more likely to be diagnosed with advanced cancer and are 40% more likely to die from it.
They also say they're having a hard time getting VA benefits. At least one congressman, who's also a doctor, is leading a fight on their behalf.
Former top Justice Department official says she feels "incredibly grateful" — but early detection and treatment "shouldn't depend on one's race, ethnicity, zip code or bank account."
A mutation in the PALB2 gene can further increase every woman's risk of getting breast cancer.
The former Democratic presidential candidate said her lumpectomy and radiation treatment "went well."
In the first installment of our new medical series, Grand Rounds, we look at breast cancer -- a disease that will affect one in eight women in their lifetime. Cancer expert and head of University of Southern California's Westside Cancer Center Dr. David Agus joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the latest technology, treatments and research on the disease.
Despite the increase in breast cancer diagnoses, lung cancer remains the most deadly, a study found.
The singer discusses the initiative, called "P.O.W.E.R. of Sure," which stands for: prevention, own your health journey, wellness, early detection and results and resolutions.
The coronavirus pandemic is delaying critical breast cancer diagnoses and one study found that 285,000 breast cancer exams were missed during the peak months of the coronavirus pandemic. CBS News senior medical correspondent Dr. Tara Narula joins "CBS This Morning" to talk about the importance of early detection, especially during COVID-19.
Her pain can be unbearable, but the English-Australian superstar's spirit remains unshakable as she battles breast cancer for a third time
Shannen Doherty was initially diagnosed with breast cancer in 2015, and she said the cancer has returned.
Katy Mathes underwent surgery to remove her ovaries and fallopian tubes and had a double mastectomy before learning her cancer risk assessment had changed.
A trial for the drug labeled DS-8201 was tested in 184 patients.
Mammograms can save lives, but in some cases, insurance companies are refusing to cover follow-up tests ordered by doctors.
Eight years after her double mastectomy, Giuliana Rancic is now a mom – and she and her husband are speaking about a program that helps mothers going through cancer
Heart disease, not a recurrence of cancer, is the No. 1 cause of death for breast cancer survivors and women overall
Breast cancer in men accounts for about 1% of all breast cancer cases – but the mortality rate is higher for men
Williams set out to pay for 53 mammograms, and this Breast Cancer Awareness Month, his foundation announced they far exceeded that goal
Knowles revealed he immediately told his kids, who may have inherited the BRCA gene mutation and a higher risk of developing breast cancer
Overall, deaths from breast cancer are declining – but the number of cases continues to rise
Her pain can be unbearable, but the English-Australian superstar's spirit remains unshakable as she battles breast cancer for a third time
Sarah Thomas, 37, survived breast cancer last year before swimming 130 miles — four times across the Channel — to set a record
The drug Kisqali (ribociclib) is already approved by the FDA, and new research shows it helps some breast cancer patients live longer
The American Society of Clinical Oncology's 20-year study looked at 49,000 women split into two groups with varying diets
Doctors say the results show a way women might improve their odds of survival
The FDA says Taylor Farms lettuce is still the focus of their ongoing cyclospora investigation, despite a false positive test announced Sunday. Carter Evans reports.
Prisoners with severe medical conditions can be granted compassionate release, but without a long-term care facility willing to accept them, many continue to wait in prison as their conditions worsen.
The FDA said that as of Sunday, it had not found any "confirmed positive sample results for product testing" in the cyclosporiasis outbreak.
Ronald Gould is a federal judge on the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals in Seattle, one rung below the U.S. Supreme Court. At 79, he shoulders a full caseload despite living with progressive multiple sclerosis. He talks with CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook about working with MS, a condition he faces with grit and a healthy dose of humor. LaPook also talks with one of Gould's former law clerks, Karla Gilbride, an attorney who has been blind since birth.
Studies show that having a positive outlook about aging, and having good social networks, can have positive health benefits, from preventing memory loss to a longer life expectancy. Actor Ted Danson presents "Sunday Morning" viewers with advice on how to embrace aging.
One New York couple depleted their retirement and savings accounts, paying out-of-pocket for healthcare, before they were able to access Medicaid funds.
One New York couple depleted their retirement and savings accounts, paying out of pocket for healthcare before they were able to access Medicaid funds. They are among many Americans facing the same challenges. Jericka Duncan has the story.
A cyclospora outbreak, which has sickened thousands of people nationwide, is believed to have been traced to contaminated lettuce from Mexico supplied by produce giant Taylor Farms. Ian Lee has the latest.
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A United Airlines employee appears to have been caught on video threatening to call U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement on a passenger last week at San Francisco International Airport.
Tropical Storm Bertha is the second named storm of the Atlantic hurricane season.
The New York Times moved to quash subpoenas that sought phone records of the reporters and their relatives, including the spouses of two reporters and one reporter's mother.
President Trump is imposing 50% tariffs on a range of Canadian goods, from hockey equipment to alcoholic beverages, escalating the trade dispute between the two countries.
The nation's largest recent cyclospora outbreak has put one of America's biggest produce suppliers under renewed scrutiny.
President Trump is imposing 50% tariffs on a range of Canadian goods, from hockey equipment to alcoholic beverages, escalating the trade dispute between the two countries.
The nation's largest recent cyclospora outbreak has put one of America's biggest produce suppliers under renewed scrutiny.
The ruling comes after a coalition of 12 states sued to block the deal, arguing it would harm consumers and the entertainment industry.
About four in 10 workers aren't even aware they pay fees on their 401(k)s, research has found. Here's what to know.
A severe labor shortage is set to emerge over the next decade amid a wave of baby boomer retirements and a shrinking younger workforce.
The New York Times moved to quash subpoenas that sought phone records of the reporters and their relatives, including the spouses of two reporters and one reporter's mother.
President Trump is imposing 50% tariffs on a range of Canadian goods, from hockey equipment to alcoholic beverages, escalating the trade dispute between the two countries.
Almost 100 American service members have been injured in strikes on bases in the Middle East this month, U.S. officials said.
Sen. Darline Graham, who is serving out the remainder of the late Sen. Lindsey Graham's term in the Senate, said she will seek a full term for the South Carolina seat her brother held for more than two decades.
The new Air Force One "has a lot of capability, but as I understand it, in about a month or so, they're going to send it to have it be maxed out," President Trump said Sunday.
The FDA says Taylor Farms lettuce is still the focus of their ongoing cyclospora investigation, despite a false positive test announced Sunday. Carter Evans reports.
Prisoners with severe medical conditions can be granted compassionate release, but without a long-term care facility willing to accept them, many continue to wait in prison as their conditions worsen.
The FDA said that as of Sunday, it had not found any "confirmed positive sample results for product testing" in the cyclosporiasis outbreak.
Ronald Gould is a federal judge on the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals in Seattle, one rung below the U.S. Supreme Court. At 79, he shoulders a full caseload despite living with progressive multiple sclerosis. He talks with CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook about working with MS, a condition he faces with grit and a healthy dose of humor. LaPook also talks with one of Gould's former law clerks, Karla Gilbride, an attorney who has been blind since birth.
Studies show that having a positive outlook about aging, and having good social networks, can have positive health benefits, from preventing memory loss to a longer life expectancy. Actor Ted Danson presents "Sunday Morning" viewers with advice on how to embrace aging.
President Trump is imposing 50% tariffs on a range of Canadian goods, from hockey equipment to alcoholic beverages, escalating the trade dispute between the two countries.
Almost 100 American service members have been injured in strikes on bases in the Middle East this month, U.S. officials said.
The death of a Moroccan man as he was detained by Italian police in Bologna has sparked anger and a formal investigation.
Influencer brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate will fight extradition to the U.K., where they face rape and sex trafficking charges.
As Spain's World Cup champs took to the stage with their trophy, President Trump joined them in their moment of glory.
The ruling comes after a coalition of 12 states sued to block the deal, arguing it would harm consumers and the entertainment industry.
A judge has granted a temporary restraining order to temporarily block the Paramount Skydance-Warner Bros. Discovery merger from happening. CBS News' Jake Rosen reports. Paramount Skydance is the parent company of CBS News.
"The Odyssey," which was shot in six countries, pulled in more than $260 million worldwide over the weekend.
Oscar-winning director Christopher Nolan talks about his latest movie, "The Odyssey," which was shot in six countries. He tells "CBS Mornings" about what it was like working with the star-studded cast and challenges faced when creating the film.
"The Odyssey" raked in more than $264 million worldwide over the weekend. A majority of ticket buyers cited director Christopher Nolan as their primary reason for seeing the movie, according to PostTrack, a film industry research service. Adriana Diaz reports.
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An AI expert said the telltale signs people once relied on, such as distorted fingers, unnatural eyes, or other obvious visual flaws, have largely disappeared as technology has improved.
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
New York is now the first state to temporarily ban data center construction, paving the way for others to follow suit. Environmental advocate Erin Brockovich joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Noise from a Mississippi plant powering Elon Musk's xAI data centers in the area is causing migraines, ringing ears and sleepless nights, residents say.
Millions of people are enduring dangerous air quality as Canadian wildfire smoke shrouds the skies. Jonathan Overpeck, dean of the School for Environment and Sustainability at the University of Michigan, explains how climate change is worsening wildfires.
New York has become the first state to impose a temporary moratorium on data center development while state lawmakers lay the groundwork to assess environmental and social impacts. Dr. Mike Weinstein, the director of sustainability at Southern New Hampshire University, explains what we know about the wider environmental impact data centers.
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
The name "White-chested Fox" was found in drawings dating from 400 BC to 900 AD at the San Bartolo-Xultun archaeological site.
The Pentagon on Friday released a new batch of UFO files, spanning 19 videos and more. Jordan Flowers, executive director of the Disclosure Foundation, joins CBS News to discuss.
Brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate appeared in court in Miami on Monday as they fight an extradition request from the UK over new sex crime-related charges. Cristian Benavides reports from Miami.
Andrew and Tristan Tate appeared before a judge in Miami on Monday as British prosecutors seek extradition of the pair to face dozens of sex-related charges. Cristian Benavides has more.
U.S. Army veteran Andrew Arrabaca, 43, is in custody Monday after allegedly setting off fireworks and igniting a fire outside a federal building in New York City on Monday. Tom Hanson reports.
The FBI has identified the suspect in Monday morning's explosion outside a federal building in New York City as a 43-year-old U.S. Army veteran. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the latest.
Law enforcement officials shared new details about the suspect in Monday morning's explosion outside a federal building in New York City. The suspect was described as an "anti-government extremist" who was carrying anti-ICE literature. Following the news conference, CBS News' Anna Schecter provided context.
When scientists examined the preserved fragments of a meteorite that crashed in 2024, they found brine-like fluids and key molecules.
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
The sugar, called erythrulose, lurks in what's called the interstellar medium: thin clouds of gas and dust littered between stars.
Quasars — the brightest objects in the universe — are powered by supermassive black holes at the heart of early galaxies.
Katalyst Space's LINK spacecraft is designed to capture and boost NASA's Swift observatory back to a safe altitude.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
The celebration in Spain continued Monday as World Cup champions La Roja returned home to a heroes' welcome. Nicole Valdes has one last look at the 2026 tournament.
As fighting with Iran ramps up, a gallon of regular gas is once again $4 on average, up 13 cents in one week, according to AAA. Severin Borenstein, professor at UC Berkeley's Haas School of Business, joins with analysis.
Former state senator Troy Jackson, who calls himself a "pickup progressive," is set to become Maine's Democratic Senate nominee. He'll replace Graham Platner, who left the race following accusations of sexual assault. Fin Gómez reports.
A 10th straight night of U.S. strikes on Iran is underway as President Trump vows Tehran will pay for the deaths of three American soldiers over the weekend. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports. Then, global affairs analyst Jonathan Wachtel joins to discuss the state of the war.
Andy Burnham became the UK's new prime minister on Monday, calling for a national "reset" as many Britons struggle with poverty and an elevated cost of living. CBS News' senior foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab reports from London and Lindsey Reiser looks at the timeline of recent British prime ministers.