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Does Roundup cause cancer? Law says yes, science says maybe
Two juries have now ruled against the maker of the widely used weedkiller
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Jury finds Monsanto's Roundup weed killer contributed to man's cancer
For the second time, a jury has found Monsanto's Roundup weed killer played a role in causing cancer. Tuesday's unanimous decision determined Roundup caused or was a "substantial factor" in causing 70-year-old Edwin Hardeman's non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. Anna Werner reports.
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Alex Trebek's pancreatic cancer: What does stage 4 mean?
"Now normally, the prognosis for this is not very encouraging, but I'm going to fight this," the "Jeopardy!" host said
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Company may have leaked carcinogen TCE into air for years
A Minnesota business may have been emitting a cancer-causing chemical into the air for a decade or longer. Manufacturing company Water Gremlin is located in White Bear Township, north of St. Paul. CBS Minnesota reports.
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Georgia 7-year-old with terminal cancer declared "Mayor for the Day"
LJ Tucker received a special honor from his hometown. The 7-year-old with terminal brain cancer became "Mayor for the Day" in Senoia, Georgia, and received the key to the city.
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Obesity-linked cancers on the rise for young Americans
New research finds cancer rates are rising in young people where obesity was a risk factor. When baby boomers were younger, their risk for some of these cancers was half the rate millenials face today. Adriana Diaz reports.
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The Who's Roger Daltrey: Music legend, teen cancer warrior
With a new memoir called "Thanks a Lot, Mr. Kibblewhite," the legendary rock band's lead singer talks about his nearly 60 years in music, and helping young cancer patients
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Morning Rounds: 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.
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Scientists link cellphone radiation to cancer in rats
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services released the final results of a two-year study on cellphone radiation and cancer in rats. Scientists said they see a connection between radio frequency radiation and tumors in rats that were tested, but they also cautioned that the exposure the rats experienced is much higher than what people typically encounter. Vladimir Duthiers and Anne-Marie Green have more.
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"Weed the People" documentary follows children with cancer receiving cannabis treatments
Research has shown that cannabis has a number of health benefits, but because of federal regulations, access and further research is limited. A new documentary, "Weed the People," follows several families as they navigate finding cannabis treatments for their children with cancer. The film's executive producer Ricki Lake and director Abby Epstein joined CBSN for a first look.
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Chemo and immunotherapy together may help triple-negative breast cancer patients
New research is bringing hope to women with a hard-to-treat type of breast cancer. A study published over the weekend in the New England Journal of Medicine found that combining chemotherapy with an immunotherapy medicine added up to 10 months of survival time for patients with triple-negative breast cancer. Dr. David Agus joins "CBS This Morning" with more on the research.
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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
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Cancer deaths expected to increase this year
The new report from the World Health Organization also estimates that there will be about 18 million new cases of cancer this year
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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
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Olivia Newton-John opens up on battling cancer for third time
She told Australian show "Sunday Night" that she believes she will "win over it"
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Star-studded Stand Up To Cancer telethon raises record $123M
Group says its sixth celebrity-filled broadcast was its most successful yet; Matt Damon, Tracee Ellis Ross, Jon Hamm and Winona Ryder were among the celebrities helping raise funds
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Genetic tests for cancer leave potential patients with tough decisions
When Aaron Rosenberg's aunt was diagnosed with a genetic form of stomach cancer two years ago, a look at his family tree set off alarm bells
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Experimental cancer treatment for dogs could one day help humans
Researchers hope the drug might someday offer hope for humans with glioblastoma, the deadliest form of brain cancer, which recently claimed the life of John McCain
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Cancer patient who was awarded $289M in Monsanto case speaks out
Dewayne "Lee" Johnson alleges that his use of Monsanto's weed killer Roundup contributed to his non-Hodgkin's lymphoma
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What makes pancreatic cancer so deadly?
Aretha Franklin died Thursday of pancreatic cancer at the age of 76. Pancreatic cancer is the third deadliest type of the disease. Julie Fleshman, CEO and president of the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, joins CBSN to discuss the symptoms, treatments and risk factors of the disease.
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Weed-killing chemical linked to cancer found in some children's breakfast foods
31 out of 45 tested products had glyphosate levels higher than what some scientists consider safe for children
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Indiana moms demand answers amid spate of kids' cancer cases
Recent testing shows toxic airborne contaminants in homes near former industrial site; state has previously said cases do not comprise a cancer cluster
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10-year-old cancer patient determined to stay on her feet
With each leap and landing, each twist and turn, 10-year old Ava Blaser tells us an amazing story: her own. Dean Reynolds has more.
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Federal officials agree radioactive waste in St. Louis area may be linked to cancer
Contaminated areas are connected to America's development of its nuclear weapons program decades ago
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Young cancer patient goes viral with "In My Feelings" dance video
When Abigail Lewis busted a move to the "In My Feelings" challenge, she sent a message of resiliency across the internet
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"Weed the People" documentary follows children with cancer receiving cannabis treatments
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Morning Rounds: How Americans feel about cancer care
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Chemo and immunotherapy together may help triple-negative breast cancer patients
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Use of polio virus in treating brain cancer shows "dramatic advance"
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Doctors hope to save girl's sight with new cancer treatment
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FDA approves first-of-its-kind test for cancer gene profiling
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Groundbreaking new cancer treatment approved
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New gene therapy "gave me my life back," cancer survivor says
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Music therapy used to help cancer patients
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FDA approves breakthrough CAR-T therapy for leukemia
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Preventing cancer with HPV vaccine
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Glioblastoma: New tools against brain cancer
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Pediatric cancer: Miracles in small packages
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Immunotherapy: The next frontier in cancer treatment
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Cancer expert Dr. Agus on glioblastoma treatment options
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