
New report shows lung cancer survival rates continue to improve
The new report shows the lung cancer survival rate has improved 26% in the last five years.
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The new report shows the lung cancer survival rate has improved 26% in the last five years.
The American Lung Association report says there have been important advances in early detection and treatments but lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer deaths. Stephanie Stahl reports.
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A Harrisburg mom is getting a lot of attention on TikTok as she raises awareness about lung cancer by sharing her diagnosis journey with the world.
Doctors issue a warning against radon, a radioactive gas that can cause lung cancer. Stephanie Stahl reports.
Michael Hutkin, a lifelong Phillies fan, was first inspired at Connie Mack Stadium and no, he didn't want to play baseball. He wanted to join a different crew.
Since retiring, Jim Alturo has picked up more than 24,000 cigarette butts in New Jersey.
"I have great news, which is that I am cancer-free," Micucci said in a TikTok video.
George Brown, the co-founder and longtime drummer of Kool & The Gang who helped write such hits as "Too Hot," "Ladies Night," "Joanna" and the party favorite "Celebration," has died at age 74.
The new report said Pa and N.J. get good grades for detection and treatments but disparities still exist for minorities and radon levels are concerning.
In an effort to reduce lung cancer deaths across the country, the American Cancer Society has updated its lung cancer screening guidelines.
Lung cancer is the second most common cancer and the leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States, according to the American Cancer Society.
Young people diagnosed with cancer is happening at an alarming pace, according to a sweeping new study that also says many cases are preventable.
Young people diagnosed with cancer is happening at an alarming pace, according to a sweeping new study that also says many cases are preventable.
The bikers are going the extra mile, or 425 miles that is, from Philadelphia, to Baltimore, roundtrip to raise money and awareness for lung cancer.
Buildings in our region and around the country are lighting the night sky in turquoise this week to raise awareness about the leading cause of cancer deaths.
Stephanie Stahl reports.
Stephanie Stahl reports.
Lung cancer survival rates are improving, according to the American Lung Association's annual report that was released Tuesday. The five-year survival rate is now 25%.
The fight against cancer is a personal one for the president.
More people are surviving lung cancer, but disparities persist for communities of color, according to a new report from the American Lung Association.
Yet lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer death nationwide -- and your chances of surviving lung cancer can vary drastically depending on where you live.
Early screening for lung cancer can drastically improve your chances of survival, according to Brooke Leibfreid, Cancer Center Nurse Navigator at St. Mary Medical Center in Langhorne. She says too often, lung cancer is diagnosed after symptoms occur, which in many cases indicates the disease has spread to other parts of the body. At that point, the survival rate is low, just 20 percent. But with early screening, before you have symptoms, she says the disease can be found before it has spread, which leads to many more treatment options that give patients a shot at a long-term cure and as a result a patient's survival rate skyrockets to 88 percent.
For patients who've smoked a long time, the scans are covered by insurance, the American Lung Association says.
A winter weather advisory has been issued for a majority of the region Saturday afternoon with snow, freezing rain and sleet.
Both teams are in action on Sunday. The 76ers are at Milwaukee, and the Pistons host Charlotte.
Excitement is building for Super Bowl LIX. But how can you enjoy it, when your significant other is cheering for the wrong team?
A New Jersey supermarket held a Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce lookalike contest Friday to celebrate the Super Bowl.
Robin Eaton, a heart disease survivor, shares her story and what she wants others to know about heart disease.
A winter weather advisory has been issued for a majority of the region Saturday afternoon with snow, freezing rain and sleet.
The Eagles advanced to the Super Bowl after a dominant victory over the Commanders, while the Chiefs beat the Bills.
A New Jersey supermarket held a Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce lookalike contest Friday to celebrate the Super Bowl.
Both teams are in action on Sunday. The 76ers are at Milwaukee, and the Pistons host Charlotte.
Excitement is building for Super Bowl LIX. But how can you enjoy it, when your significant other is cheering for the wrong team?
Robin Eaton, a heart disease survivor, shares her story and what she wants others to know about heart disease.
Still not sure where to watch the Super Bowl? We've got you covered. Whether you're looking for a rowdy watch party, a family-friendly event there's plenty of options to enjoy your weekend in Philadelphia.
On his 22nd birthday, Philadelphia Eagles CB Cooper DeJean will be wearing NXT LVL Customs cleats during Super Bowl 2025.
Temple University President John Fry told the community a student was in custody in the shooting death of another student.
If you're looking for last-minute Eagles memorabilia and merch before Super Bowl 2025, here's what to look for to avoid being duped.
Excitement is building for Super Bowl LIX. But how can you enjoy it, when your significant other is cheering for the wrong team?
A New Jersey supermarket held a Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce lookalike contest Friday to celebrate the Super Bowl.
A Cherry Hill elementary school and two schools in the suburbs of Kansas City are pitted against each other to see who can collect the most canned goods.
Still not sure where to watch the Super Bowl? We've got you covered. Whether you're looking for a rowdy watch party, a family-friendly event there's plenty of options to enjoy your weekend in Philadelphia.
The La Unique African American Books and Cultural Center opened in 1991 to help customers learn more about Black history.
While Friday brings a break in the precipitation, there will be gusty winds, and more winter weather is on the way.
What happens when you call 816-323-GO KC [4652]? It's a familiar, recognizable fight song for Eagles fans.
A wintry mix of snow, rain, sleet and freezing rain is making its way across the Delaware Valley, prompting multiple schools to close or delay opening on Thursday.
The Philadelphia region's next weather maker will likely affect the roads Thursday morning as rain, snow, freezing rain and sleet will hit the area.
Temperatures will be up and down this week, and the NEXT Weather team is tracking chances for rain, snow, sleet and freezing rain.
Robin Eaton, a heart disease survivor, shares her story and what she wants others to know about heart disease.
A nurse at Bryn Mawr Hospital is welcoming new babies into Eagles nation ahead of the Super Bowl.
A renowned burn surgeon shares how Martin Luther King's legacy had a profound impact on his career. Meet Dr. Linwood Haith of Crozer-Chester Medical Center.
The world's smallest heart pump helped save a Children's Hospital of Philadelphia patient's life. Now that it's been FDA-approved for younger children, doctors say it will help even more.
The parent company of Crozer Chester and Taylor hospitals announced a deal to sell the hospitals to a not-for-profit consortium of what the company is calling "health care operators."
Amazon-owned Whole Foods is asking the National Labor Relations Board to set aside the results of a union election in Philadelphia.
As the Philadelphia Eagles prepare for the Super Bowl, fans turn to local artists for custom gear to show their team spirit.
If you want to watch the Super Bowl at a Philadelphia bar or restaurant, you'll need to act fast.
A Visit Philadelphia social media campaign launching Feb. 1 highlights Black family-owned businesses across the city.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro says he wants to fast-track energy projects in Pennsylvania.
A mixed bag of wintry weather is leading to a number of delays and cancellations at Philadelphia International Airport Thursday morning.
A Philadelphia woman says her car was ticketed and towed for blocking a bike lane that didn't exist. After months of trying to fight the ticket herself, it was finally dismissed.
Officials at Philadelphia International Airport say their thoughts are with everyone impacted by the tragic crash near Washington D.C.
Time is ticking! AAA Mid-Atlantic is urging Eagles fans heading to Super Bowl LIX to book their travel plans as soon as possible to lock in favorable rates.
All lanes reopened Saturday night after a tractor-trailer overturned on Exit 1B in South Jersey causing major lane closures.
Both teams are in action on Sunday. The 76ers are at Milwaukee, and the Pistons host Charlotte.
Rookies Quinyon Mitchell and Cooper DeJean, the new "Lito and Sheldon," have instantly transformed the Eagles' defense.
A Philadelphia Eagles fan and avid mountain biker in New Mexico took a special route to spell out "Go Birds."
Eagles D-line coach Clint Hurtt believes there's more to Jordan Davis' game, and the DT is on the verge of breaking out.
On his 22nd birthday, Philadelphia Eagles CB Cooper DeJean will be wearing NXT LVL Customs cleats during Super Bowl 2025.
A New Jersey supermarket held a Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce lookalike contest Friday to celebrate the Super Bowl.
Still not sure where to watch the Super Bowl? We've got you covered. Whether you're looking for a rowdy watch party, a family-friendly event there's plenty of options to enjoy your weekend in Philadelphia.
Breweries all around Philadelphia have special beers in honor of the Philadelphia Eagles' playoff run.
Some advertisers release their commercials ahead of the big game. Here are ads to watch before the NFL's 2025 Super Bowl.
Kendrick Lamar swept all five categories he was nominated in, and Beyoncé finally won the coveted Album of the Year award.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
A fire in Northeast Philadelphia displaces two people and a judge blocks proposed administrative leave for 2,200 employees of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), siding with unions representing the workers for now. Meanwhile in Gaza, Hamas released three more Israeli hostages as part of a ceasefire deal that continues to hold. Jan Carabeo has your latest morning headlines plus a winter storm forecast from NEXT Weather Meteorologist Tammie Souza.
A winter weather advisory has been issued for a majority of the region. Here’s what it looks like at this point. Bill Kelly has the forecast.
As Eagles fans migrate to Louisiana for Super Bowl LIX, our Marcella Baietto got a glimpse of the wildlife that calls the Big Easy home.
Our cameras stopped by a pep rally in South Philadelphia Friday at Chickie's & Pete's. Kerri Corrado talked to some fired-up fans tonight who say their weekend is just getting started.
A child was hit by a car early Friday morning on Weymouth Road in Pemberton. Police said the child was hit when the car made a left turn on Rancocas Lane around 7:30 a.m. The child suffered a leg injury and was taken to Cooper Hospital. Police have not released the age of the victim.