Breast cancer passes lung cancer as most commonly diagnosed
Despite the increase in breast cancer diagnoses, lung cancer remains the most deadly, a study found.
Breast Cancer Awareness
Mary J. Blige on barriers Black women face in breast cancer awareness
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.
Breast cancer screenings plummet during COVID
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.
Olivia Newton-John on finding joy in a life with cancer
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 reveals her breast cancer is back
Shannen Doherty was initially diagnosed with breast cancer in 2015, and she said the cancer has returned.
After surgeries, women learn cancer gene test may have been wrong
Katy Mathes underwent surgery to remove her ovaries and fallopian tubes and had a double mastectomy before learning her cancer risk assessment had changed.
New drug acts like a "guided missile" to target cancer cells
A trial for the drug labeled DS-8201 was tested in 184 patients.
Woman fighting with insurance for follow-up breast cancer tests
Mammograms can save lives, but in some cases, insurance companies are refusing to cover follow-up tests ordered by doctors.
Giuliana and Bill Rancic talk cancer care innovations
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
Breast cancer survivors fight another deadly risk
Heart disease, not a recurrence of cancer, is the No. 1 cause of death for breast cancer survivors and women overall
For men with breast cancer, early detection is critical
Breast cancer in men accounts for about 1% of all breast cancer cases – but the mortality rate is higher for men
Former NFL star pays for over 500 mammograms
Williams set out to pay for 53 mammograms, and this Breast Cancer Awareness Month, his foundation announced they far exceeded that goal
Black women still far more likely to die from breast cancer
Overall, deaths from breast cancer are declining – but the number of cases continues to rise
Beyoncé's dad diagnosed with breast cancer
Knowles revealed he immediately told his kids, who may have inherited the BRCA gene mutation and a higher risk of developing breast cancer
Olivia Newton-John on finding joy in a life with cancer
Her pain can be unbearable, but the English-Australian superstar's spirit remains unshakable as she battles breast cancer for a third time
American cancer survivor sets English Channel swimming record
Sarah Thomas, 37, survived breast cancer last year before swimming 130 miles — four times across the Channel — to set a record
Drug extends lives of young breast cancer patients
The drug Kisqali (ribociclib) is already approved by the FDA, and new research shows it helps some breast cancer patients live longer
A low-fat diet can lower a woman's breast cancer risk, study suggests
The American Society of Clinical Oncology's 20-year study looked at 49,000 women split into two groups with varying diets
Low-fat diet may cut risk of dying from breast cancer, study finds
Doctors say the results show a way women might improve their odds of survival
Facebook bans breast cancer ad campaign
Facebook is facing backlash for banning an ad campaign that aims to highlight "the reality of a breast cancer diagnosis"
New recommendations call for less frequent mammograms
The American College of Physicians said the majority of women should get a mammogram every other year starting at age 50
Early bird or night owl? Sleep traits linked to breast cancer risk
New research suggests women who love the early hours of the day are less likely to develop breast cancer
How Americans feel about cancer care
Cancer remains the nation's second leading cause of death. With so many touched by the illness, the American Society of Clinical Oncology conducted a survey on cancer-related issues. The group questioned nearly 5,000 Americans, including how optimistic people are about finding a cure for the disease within the next 50 years. Dr. David Agus joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to discuss the survey’s findings as well as a new editorial about regulating wearable devices that monitor our health.
Could weight loss lower the risk of breast cancer?
A new study finds women who lost weight after menopause were less likely to develop invasive breast cancer
At least 15 men near Ground Zero after 9/11 have breast cancer
A group of men is working to bring awareness to first responders and others still suffering from 9/11-related illnesses
Health
Rescue animals offer comfort to children with disabilities
Children with disabilities are finding unconditional love from animals with disabilities.
Military families increasingly turning to food banks
Military families are struggling to keep food on the table amid the financial crisis caused by COVID-19.
Businesses oppose N. Dakota bill that would ban mask mandates
Proposal to ban organizations from requiring people to wear facial coverings is drawing fire from local businesses.
Higher death toll at private equity-owned nursing homes, study finds
Cuts to nursing staff and higher use of antipsychotic medications may harm patient care, researchers find.
CVS booking vaccination slots for 570,000 in 17 states
Chain expands locations offering immunization shots to Alabama, Arizona, Florida, Louisiana, Ohio and Pennsylvania.
Isolation, "screen burnout" taking toll on children's mental health
The CDC reported that emergency departments saw a more than 30% spike in visits from children 12 to 17 years old for mental health reasons between April and October.
Johnson & Johnson's single-dose vaccine is effective, FDA says
FDA scientists confirmed that overall the vaccine is about 66% effective at preventing moderate to severe COVID-19, and even better at preventing hospitalizations and deaths.
Johnson & Johnson to fall short of promised vaccine doses
The company expects to be able to ship under 4 million doses of COVID-19 vaccine later this month.
Sports arenas begin reopening in New York City
Fans are allowed in sports arenas for the first time in nearly a year.
Grocery workers went from essential to "expendable," union chief says
Only 13 states prioritize supermarket employees for COVID-19 vaccinations. "That's criminal," says head of UFCW.
Remembering the lives lost to coronavirus
Some of the women widowed by the virus are finding solace in one another.
Biden commemorates 500,000 U.S. lives lost to COVID-19
No country has lost more lives to the pandemic than the U.S.
FDA: Pulse oximeters may be inaccurate on people of color
Research shows racial disparities in performance of medical device viewed as critical in fight against COVID-19.
U.S. tops half a million COVID-19 deaths
The tragic milestone comes 13 months after the U.S. confirmed its first case of the coronavirus.
Funeral home "running out of granite for headstones"
Ken McKenzie said traffic to his funeral home has "grown to the point that we actually have to give a reservation code to a family just so that they could be seen."
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Facebook bans accounts linked to Myanmar's military in wake of coup
The social media giant says it's treating the situation there as an "emergency" in light of fatal shootings by the military and other developments since the takeover.
Syrian secret police official convicted in landmark torture case
The conviction marks the first time that a court outside Syria ruled in a case alleging Syrian government officials committed crimes against humanity.
Biden rescinds Trump's pandemic-era ban on certain immigrant visas
Former President Trump said the restrictions were necessary to prevent new immigrants from competing with U.S. workers in the labor market during the coronavirus recession.
Free-diver breaks world record for longest swim under ice
David Vencl said he felt "great" after emerging from a hole in the ice that covered the water of a disused quarry, which was chilled to a numbing 37 degrees.
Actor Gerard Depardieu charged with rape and sexual assault
French movie star was not arrested when handed the charges in December, and the Paris prosecutor stayed silent until the case was leaked to media.
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Ex-Border Patrol agent says she doesn't trust agency
A former Border Patrol agent is accusing the agency of promoting an environment of abuse and corruption.
Kamala Harris plans to prioritize cybersecurity and global health in foreign policy platform
While the White House tackles domestic crises stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic, Vice President Kamala Harris is looking beyond U.S. boundaries to develop her foreign policy portfolio.
California's iconic redwoods threatened by climate change
California's coastal redwoods, some standing since before Julius Caesar ruled Rome, are in a fight for their lives.
Lawmakers argue over potential commission to study Capitol riot
Republicans object to draft proposal that would give Democrats control over appointees and a mandate to look at the lead up to the January 6 Capitol attacks.
Biden rescinds Trump's pandemic-era ban on certain immigrant visas
Former President Trump said the restrictions were necessary to prevent new immigrants from competing with U.S. workers in the labor market during the coronavirus recession.
Politics
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Kamala Harris plans to prioritize cybersecurity and global health in foreign policy platform
While the White House tackles domestic crises stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic, Vice President Kamala Harris is looking beyond U.S. boundaries to develop her foreign policy portfolio.
Lawmakers argue over potential commission to study Capitol riot
Republicans object to draft proposal that would give Democrats control over appointees and a mandate to look at the lead up to the January 6 Capitol attacks.
Biden rescinds Trump's pandemic-era ban on certain immigrant visas
Former President Trump said the restrictions were necessary to prevent new immigrants from competing with U.S. workers in the labor market during the coronavirus recession.
Military needs "honest reckoning" over racism in its ranks
"Without Black veterans being front and center in the conversation about their service, their experiences, that history will be lost," says co-founder of Black veterans group.
Biden announces 3 nominees to Postal Service board
Biden's nominees will diversify the board and perhaps provide enough votes to oust current Postmaster General Louis DeJoy.
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Entertainment
DWI charges dropped against Bruce Springsteen
Bruce Springsteen pleaded guilty to having shots of tequila at a New Jersey beach where drinking is illegal, but he was cleared of DWI and reckless driving charges.
Drunken driving charge against Bruce Springsteen dropped
"I had two small shots of tequila," Springsteen said in response to questions from an assistant U.S. attorney.
Tiger Woods recovering after surgery for injuries in rollover crash
Woods, 45, underwent lengthy surgery for extensive injuries to his lower right leg, ankle and foot suffered in the crash, his organization said.
Actor Gerard Depardieu charged with rape and sexual assault
French movie star was not arrested when handed the charges in December, and the Paris prosecutor stayed silent until the case was leaked to media.
Photographer Neil Leifer's legendary career
Only on "CBS This Morning," Anthony Mason interviews sports photojournalist Neil Leifer about his long career, including more than 200 covers, his iconic photographs, and his favorite subjects, including Muhammad Ali.
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Texas customer sues over $9,000 power bill during blackout
Woman claims power provider is breaking Texas price-gouging law with sky-high charges during state's deep-freeze outages.
Mars rover beams back spectacular panorama
The rover's high-power Mastcam-Z dual camera instrument provides astonishingly detailed images of the red planet.
Fry's, the funky electronics chain, is closing its doors
The go-to chain for tech tinkerers looking for obscure parts and outlandish themes at some of its stores says the pandemic did it in. But it was already struggling.
Federal judge rules California can enforce net neutrality law
The law seeks to ban internet providers from slowing down customers' data streams.
Bitcoin millionaires top 100,000 for first time
The number is four times what it was just three months ago.
Science
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California's iconic redwoods threatened by climate change
California's coastal redwoods, some standing since before Julius Caesar ruled Rome, are in a fight for their lives.
Mars rover beams back spectacular panorama
The rover's high-power Mastcam-Z dual camera instrument provides astonishingly detailed images of the red planet.
CVS booking vaccination slots for 570,000 in 17 states
Chain expands locations offering immunization shots to Alabama, Arizona, Florida, Louisiana, Ohio and Pennsylvania.
Johnson & Johnson's single-dose vaccine is effective, FDA says
FDA scientists confirmed that overall the vaccine is about 66% effective at preventing moderate to severe COVID-19, and even better at preventing hospitalizations and deaths.
NASA Mars rover's parachute contained a secret message
Eagle-eyed space enthusiasts spotted a hidden message in binary code within the pattern of the rover's parachute.
Health
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Rescue animals offer comfort to children with disabilities
Children with disabilities are finding unconditional love from animals with disabilities.
Military families increasingly turning to food banks
Military families are struggling to keep food on the table amid the financial crisis caused by COVID-19.
Businesses oppose N. Dakota bill that would ban mask mandates
Proposal to ban organizations from requiring people to wear facial coverings is drawing fire from local businesses.
Higher death toll at private equity-owned nursing homes, study finds
Cuts to nursing staff and higher use of antipsychotic medications may harm patient care, researchers find.
CVS booking vaccination slots for 570,000 in 17 states
Chain expands locations offering immunization shots to Alabama, Arizona, Florida, Louisiana, Ohio and Pennsylvania.
MoneyWatch
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Higher death toll at private equity-owned nursing homes, study finds
Cuts to nursing staff and higher use of antipsychotic medications may harm patient care, researchers find.
Johnson & Johnson's single-dose vaccine is effective, FDA says
FDA scientists confirmed that overall the vaccine is about 66% effective at preventing moderate to severe COVID-19, and even better at preventing hospitalizations and deaths.
Child care workers earn poverty-level wages in 40 states
Early childhood educators earn a national median wage of $11.65 an hour, said a report calling for government funding.
CVS booking vaccination slots for 570,000 in 17 states
Chain expands locations offering immunization shots to Alabama, Arizona, Florida, Louisiana, Ohio and Pennsylvania.
Women who lost jobs due to COVID turn to food delivery platforms
Women are making up increasing numbers of the delivery workforce for apps like Instacart, UberEats and DoorDash.
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275 charged so far: What we know about the Capitol riot arrests
Prosecutors have charged around 275 people for their alleged roles in the riot.
Oath Keepers member accused of "crime of terrorism" at Capitol
Prosecutors have now raised "crime of terrorism" allegations against three Capitol rioters, which could lead to longer sentences if they are found guilty.
No charges for officers in Daniel Prude's death
The death of the 41-year-old Black man restrained by police during a mental health crisis drew protests in Rochester and across the country.
Ahmaud Arbery's mother alleges "cover up" by police, prosecutors
"For nearly three months, Glynn County police officers, the chief of police, and two prosecutors conspired to hide the circumstances surrounding Ahmaud's death and to protect the men who murdered him," the complaint says.
Wife of drug kingpin "El Chapo" ordered to stay in U.S. jail
Emma Coronel Aispuro is accused of working "closely with the command-and-control structure" of the Sinaloa cartel.
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Mars rover beams back spectacular panorama
The rover's high-power Mastcam-Z dual camera instrument provides astonishingly detailed images of the red planet.
NASA Mars rover's parachute contained a secret message
Eagle-eyed space enthusiasts spotted a hidden message in binary code within the pattern of the rover's parachute.
NASA rover sends video and audio from Mars
NASA's Perseverance rover has sent back video of its descent and landing on Mars, as well as audio recorded on the red planet. CBSN's Tanya Rivero has details.
Mars rover captures first sounds recorded on another planet
Percy has captured the whirring sounds of Martian wind on the surface of the red planet for the very first time.
NASA releases extraordinary video of Mars landing
Engineers say the Perseverance rover is healthy and moving swiftly through initial checkout.
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"The Deliveryman Murders": How investigators connected the cases
Two men are shot and killed at their homes 2,800 miles apart by a man delivering a package – how a car full of clues helped solve the murders.
Photos: Rare snowfall blankets the Mediterranean
An unusual winter weather pattern brought snow to places that rarely see it.
Evidence photos: Reuschel attempted murder case
Mike Reuschel told police he and his wife Sue had been stabbed by an intruder, but she later told police her husband was the real assailant.
Ranking every Super Bowl, from worst to first
There have been some super games since 1967, but which one is the best?
TV shows canceled or ended in 2020
It was the end of the road for "Supernatural," "Hawaii Five-0," "Modern Family" and more.
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"Sunday Morning": 2/21 full episode
Ted Koppel sits down with community leaders and healthcare workers to explore the roots of COVID-19 vaccine skepticism. Plus: Seth Doane speaks to Paolo Fazioli; Chip Reid reports on the Columbian Harmony Cemetery in Washington, D.C.; Nancy Giles interviews Academy Award-winning actress Ellen Burstyn; Nicholas Thompson of The Atlantic Magazine tells the tale of the man who went by the name "Mostly Harmless"; Steve Hartman tells the story of a Pizza Hut deliveryman who got a big tip; Lee Cowan sits down with Cindy McCain; and David Sedaris on his trip to the Apple Store.
Assad and his regime's war crimes
Assad and his regime may never be prosecuted for the acts of terror he perpetrated against his own people during Syria's civil war. Scott Pelley reports for "60 Minutes" on the effort to gather and maintain the evidence against Assad.
Judges ask for better protection
Judge Esther Salas was in her New Jersey home when a gunman targeting Salas opened fire on her family, killing her son and wounding her husband. Now she's fighting for better protection of judges. Bill Whitaker reports for "60 Minutes."
QAnon's corrosive impact on the U.S.
Tens of millions of Americans believe QAnon's core — and false — theory that an evil cabal of Satan-worshipping elites commits atrocities against children and controls much of the world. Where does this movement stand and who has it impacted? Lesley Stahl reports for "60 Minutes."
Study reveals demographics of those at Capitol riot
As investigations into the attack on the U.S. Capitol continue, details are emerging about the people who stormed the building on January 6. A new study from the Chicago Project on Security and Threats looks at the demographics of those who've been arrested. Robert Pape, a political science professor at the University of Chicago and the principal investigator on the study, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss his findings.