Studying dogs to fight cancer in humans
Thanks to the many genes dogs share with humans, dogs diagnosed with cancer are being studied to see which treatments could potentially save them and us.
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Trial cancer treatments for dogs could lead to breakthroughs for humans
Thanks to the many genes dogs share with humans, dogs diagnosed with cancer are being studied to see which treatments could potentially save them and us.
Medical practitioners will have to notify patients about breast density in mammograms
This is the first nationwide ruling that says physicians must notify patients about their breast density. People with dense breasts are more likely to develop breast cancer, even as dense breast tissue makes it harder to detect cancer.
Biden had skin cancer lesion removed
The White House announced Friday that President Biden had a cancerous skin lesion during a physical last month. The removal was done at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. Weijia Jiang has the latest.
Biden had cancerous skin lesion removed last month, doctor says
"All cancerous tissue was successfully removed," the president's physician said.
Biden was treated for basal cell carcinoma. What is it?
President Biden had basal cell carcinoma removed from his chest, the White House shared. Here's what you need to know about this type of skin cancer.
Residents demand answers on Ohio train derailment
Nearly one month after a train carrying toxic chemicals derailed near East Palestine, Ohio, local residents remain worried and unsure about the effects the contamination will have on their community. Roxana Saberi reports.
Colon cancer rates rising in younger age group, study finds
"I would have never ever imagined that this was cancer," says a woman who was diagnosed at just 44 years old.
Colon cancer rates rising in younger adults
A new report from the American Cancer Society finds more cases of colorectal cancer are being detected at advanced stages, and rates are increasing among younger people. CBS News' Michael George introduces us to a patient who learned she had stage 4 colon cancer at just 44 years old.
How much could a short, brisk daily walk lower your health risks?
Cambridge University researchers found "substantial benefits to heart health and reducing your risk of cancer" with just a short dose of daily moderate exercise.
Coal train derailment in Nebraska
A train derailed in Nebraska early Tuesday, according to Union Pacific Railroad. About 31 cars carrying coal derailed in Gothenburg, Nebraska, the railroad said in a statement to CBS News.
Vinyl chloride's potential impact goes beyond Ohio train derailment
The Ohio train derailment is a "wake-up call" for the reality of vinyl chloride's role in human and environmental health, experts say.
Olivia Newton-John's family on their final moments with the late icon
The "Grease" star had battled cancer for decades before she died last summer.
"Disgusting" waterway seen near derailment
"It's disgusting": A local woman visited a waterway not far from the train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio — and said she found dead fish and other signs that something wasn't right.
Ask Dr. Agus: Male birth control and more
An experimental, fast-acting male birth control drug showed promise when tested on laboratory mice. CBS News medical contributor Dr. David Agus joined Anne-Marie Green and Nancy Chen to discuss the study. He also explains how plant-based foods may reduce prostate cancer progression and takes questions from the public.
Sen. Bob Casey has "successful" surgery for prostate cancer
His doctor said the procedure went well, according to Casey's office.
What to know about the chemicals aboard Ohio's derailed train
About half a dozen hazardous substances were on board the train when it derailed in East Palestine — as well as the residue of one substance that can cause genetic mutations.
Doctor on preventing ovarian cancer
The Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance issued new recommendations that women at higher risk may want to consider have their fallopian tubes removed to prevent ovarian cancer. Dr. Jamila Perritt, an OB/GYN as well as the president and CEO of Physicians for Reproductive Health, joins CBS News to discuss how to assess the health risks.
TikToker arrested after allegedly faking cancer and collecting donations
The suspect, 19-year-old Madison Russo, allegedly tricked more than 439 donors into believing that she had leukemia, pancreatic cancer and a football-sized tumor wrapped around her spine, the police said.
Lesion removed from Jill Biden's eyelid was non-cancerous
The White House says a lesion removed by surgeons last week from first lady Jill Biden's left eyelid was a "very common, totally harmless, non-cancerous growth."
Chris Evert announces she's "cancer-free" more than 1 year after diagnosis
"Today, I'm cancer-free, and there's a 90% chance that the ovarian cancer will never come back," the tennis icon said in an op-ed.
Health insurance coding change could affect breast cancer recovery options
Some breast cancer survivors who want reconstructive surgery are facing hurdles that involve coding changes.
Jill Biden has cancerous skin lesions removed
First lady Jill Biden underwent a procedure Wednesday to remove cancerous skin tissue from her face and chest, according to the White House. She underwent the procedure at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.
Judges vacate $5M Geico payout to woman who got STD in car
Case stems from a woman who said she contracted a sexually transmitted disease in the back of a car insured by the company.
Teen swimmer raises money for baby with cancer
When Drew Launey heard about the new baby in his neighborhood, who was diagnosed with cancer, he wanted to help. So, he came up with a way for him and his swim teammates to raise money for her family — by swimming laps.
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