'Holy Grail' Blood Test May Detect Cancer Before Tumors Form
A new type of blood screening is being called the "holy grail of cancer research" by scientists who say the test can detect the disease before tumors even form in the body.
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A new type of blood screening is being called the "holy grail of cancer research" by scientists who say the test can detect the disease before tumors even form in the body.
A new medial report out this week revealed that the country's overall cancer death rate has fallen.
A mother's dying wish was fulfilled when she got to see her son graduate high school from her hospital bed.
If lynch syndrome is detected early, a patient can begin more frequent cancer screenings and colon cancer can actually be prevented if pre-cancerous polyps are found and removed.
Doctors are testing dyes that make cancerous cells glow, helping surgeons decipher what to remove and what to leave.
There is some encouraging news in the battle against the deadliest form of brain cancer. It's an experimental new drug that gets right to a tumor.
Many of the cyclists were affected by cancer, in some way, and shared their stories of loss, survival and perseverance.
Striking a pose, 13-year-old Stephanie Consiglio took part in a dance photo challenge in the hospital where she was treated in order to recreate it as a memory of health, instead of illness.
Fish, whole grains, asparagus -- all are touted as healthy foods. But new research finds a specific amino acid found in each of the nutrient-rich noshes, called asparagine, could help spread breast cancer.
Blueberries are widely recommended as part of a heart-healthy diet, but did you know they can also play a role in fighting cervical cancer?
Fifth-grader Francine Gascon was given an opportunity most up-and-coming photographers would dream of -- a chance to snap celebs on the Golden Globes red carpet!
"It was really fun. This is way much funner than birthdays or anything," said Raiden.
After battling cancer for the past three years, offensive lineman David Quesenberry finally made his long-awaited NFL debut.
When Mike Reilly, joined the Be the Match National Marrow Donor program, little did he know that two years later he would receive a very special call.
This selfless little girl is using the money she's saved up in her piggy bank to help a police officer with cancer.
At St. Louis Children's Hospital, they've taken their end of treatment bell ringing party outside for all to celebrate.
The new treatment for Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma re-engineers a patient's own cells to turn them into a living drug.
A hospital in Manhattan is using music therapy to help cancer patients stay positive and relaxed before and during treatment.
A cancer diagnosis can be devastating and disorienting. There's so much to keep track of – medications, doctor's appointments, and keeping family and friends informed. Now, there's an app for that.
Childhood cancer survivor Katie Hawley named as the Anaheim Ducks' "21st player" while taking the ice with her two favorite players, wingers Corey Perry and Rickard Rakell.
A report from the CDC says the growing obesity epidemic threatens to outweigh the benefits of early cancer detection and improved treatments.
Now 9-years-old and continuing the fight, a little positive energy was directed Tatum's way by one of her favorite artists.
Last night (9/19) on America's Got Talent', singer Evie Clair returned to perform the Louis Armstrong classic "What A Wonderful World," dedicating it to her late father who passed in early September.
When Tina Giles was diagnosed with Stage 3 breast cancer, she knew in her heart that faith would carry her through the toughest of times.
A Food and Drug Administration advisory panel has just unanimously recommended the approval of the first-ever living drug to fight leukemia.
Two incidents in New York City during Hanukkah have Jewish communities on edge and calling for the condemnation of hate.
President Trump's speech Wednesday night looked back on his first year and ahead to the next three. He touted new military bonuses, his tariffs and economic policies in a brief address.
The union representing bus dispatchers says critical systems inside the MTA's bus command center repeatedly failed, but the transit agency is pushing back on those claims.
Luke Weaver has agreed to a $22 million, two-year contract with the Mets, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press on Wednesday.
An audit by New York City Comptroller Brad Lander reveals thousands upon thousands of complaints about the NYC school buses.
Two incidents in New York City during Hanukkah have Jewish communities on edge and calling for the condemnation of hate.
The union representing bus dispatchers says critical systems inside the MTA's bus command center repeatedly failed, but the transit agency is pushing back on those claims.
An audit by New York City Comptroller Brad Lander reveals thousands upon thousands of complaints about the NYC school buses.
The Davis Center in Harlem is now open for its first winter season after technical delays.
Pope Leo XIV is expected to name Bishop Ronald Hicks of Joliet, Illinois, to succeed retiring Timothy Cardinal Dolan as archbishop of New York, sources briefed on the transition say.
Thursday will bring even more relief, with highs near 50° and a taste of early spring in December. But don't get too comfortable—changes are brewing.
Some of the highest totals were on Long Island and in New Jersey, where greater than 6 inches of snow was measured.
A large water main break in Waterbury, Connecticut, is impacting tens of thousands of residents.
Bitterly cold temperatures are causing icy road conditions, including black ice, Monday morning in the Tri-State Area.
Survivors of the 2012 Sandy Hook school shooting, families and lawmakers gathered in Washington, D.C., on Thursday to honor the lives lost and continue calls for action to end gun violence.
The remains of Dulce Maria Alavez, who went missing in 2019, have not been found, despite a fake report on social media, officials said Wednesday.
Thursday will bring even more relief, with highs near 50° and a taste of early spring in December. But don't get too comfortable—changes are brewing.
A celebration of the upcoming FIFA World Cup was held Tuesday at the Gateway Center in Newark, featuring a former great player for the U.S. Men's National Team.
If you're heading out, watch your step—black ice could make things tricky.
Davenport currently serves as the first assistant attorney general, a position she previously held from 2018-2020. She also worked as the acting attorney general's principal law enforcement advisor.
Thursday will bring even more relief, with highs near 50° and a taste of early spring in December. But don't get too comfortable—changes are brewing.
Hundreds of schools across New York, including dozens on Long Island, have to take old water fountains and taps out of commission.
If you're heading out, watch your step—black ice could make things tricky.
Fortunately, the rail was fixed just before 8 a.m., leading to service getting back on track.
The Jewish community of Sydney, Australia has deep connections to the Tri-State Area. Many on Long Island spoke fondly on Monday about victims they knew.
President Trump's speech Wednesday night looked back on his first year and ahead to the next three. He touted new military bonuses, his tariffs and economic policies in a brief address.
An audit by New York City Comptroller Brad Lander reveals thousands upon thousands of complaints about the NYC school buses.
The measure would give terminally ill adults who have less than six months to live an option to have a doctor prescribe them a lethal medication mixture.
Mamdani announced Jahmila Edwards as Director of Intergovernmental Affairs and Catherine Almonte Da Costa as Director of Appointments.
The House has passed a GOP health care bill that does not include an extension of Affordable Care Act tax credits.
There are at least 500 sudden and unexpected deaths in the city each year, and in roughly a fifth of those cases, a genetic cause can be detected.
UnitedHealthcare and NewYork-Presbyterian have roughly two weeks to reach an agreement or thousands of Medicare Advantage members could be forced to find care elsewhere.
Connecticut is dealing with its first measles case since 2021, after a child, who is not vaccinated, contracted the virus while traveling internationally.
Mixed nuts from Ohio-based Mellace Family Brands sold at some Wegmans stores could be tainted with Salmonella, FDA warns.
New York has no plans to change hepatitis B vaccine guidance after a Centers for Disease Control advisory panel voted to stop recommending a first dose for newborns.
The special features interviews with Kathy Bates, Annette Bening, Albert Brooks, Michael Douglas, Kiefer Sutherland, Jerry O'Connell and Mandy Patinkin.
Jake and Romy Reiner released a statement on Wednesday, remembering their parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner, as their best friends.
The Oscars ceremony is moving to YouTube starting in 2029, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced on Wednesday.
Nick Reiner appeared in court on Wednesday on two counts of murder in the killing of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner.
Bronx drill rapper Kay Flock, whose real name is Kevin Perez, was sentenced to 30 years in prison Tuesday.
Luke Weaver has agreed to a $22 million, two-year contract with the Mets, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press on Wednesday.
The Knicks rallied to beat Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs 124-113 on Tuesday night to win the NBA Cup.
Alex DeBrincat scored two power-play goals in the third period as the Detroit Red Wings beat the New York Islanders 3-2.
The league-worst Vancouver Canucks defeated the New York Rangers 3-0 on Tuesday night.
A celebration of the upcoming FIFA World Cup was held Tuesday at the Gateway Center in Newark, featuring a former great player for the U.S. Men's National Team.
The Davis Center in Harlem is now open for its first winter season after technical delays.
After losing his mother to a stroke in 2022, a Brownsville native is turning personal grief into a grassroots foundation, offering counseling and mentorship to children and young adults.
A Brooklyn startup and a national nonprofit are teaming up to turn everyday mail lockers into easy donation hubs, delivering thousands of toys to hospital rooms this holiday season.
The city is sharing new details about the historic $1 billion investment announced for the Coney Island Boardwalk, the largest in its century-long history
New York City officials have secured long-awaited funding to restore the 102-year-old Coney Island boardwalk.
The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dogs got decked out for the annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade in New York City's East Village on Saturday.
Cosplayers flooded New York City's Javits Center in October 2024 for the annual New York Comic Con convention.
Police in Sparta Township, New Jersey, rescued a dog from an icy lake Wednesday.
CBS News New York's John Elliott has your First Alert Forecast for December 17 at 11 p.m.
A driver slammed into a commercial building in Springfield, New Jersey, on Wednesday, creating a hole in the wall. The driver was arrested for suspicion of driving under the influence, officials said.
It's the end of an era for the Archdiocese of New York. We're expected to hear Thursday that Pope Leo has accepted the resignation of Timothy Cardinal Dolan as archbishop. CBS News New York's Jenna DeAngelis has reaction and details on who's expected to replace him.
Hanukkah is feeling heavy for the Jewish community in New York City. Just this week, two Jewish men say they became the targets of separate antisemitic attacks. CBS News New York's Adi Guajardo reports.
