Every patient in experimental drug trial saw their cancer disappear, researchers say
In a small study, patients with rectal cancer got six months of immunotherapy treatment — and doctors say their tumors disappeared.
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Studies pinpoint which cancer patients can skip chemo, radiation
Researchers are looking for ways to predict which cancer patients can avoid unneeded treatment to cut down on harmful side effects and unnecessary costs.
Jeff Bridges on surviving cancer and COVID
The Oscar-winning actor, who'd led a seemingly charmed life as the star of such hits as "Crazy Heart" and "The Big Lebowski," talks with Turner Classic Movies host Ben Mankiewicz about his terrifying health crises – from his lymphoma diagnosis, to spending five weeks in the hospital with COVID-19 contracted while undergoing chemo – and how he emerged with an even greater feeling of connection.
Boy celebrates being cancer free
Henry's mom was crying at Children's Hospital at Erlanger this week. These were happy tears, because after 42 rounds of chemo, 23 blood transfusions and 865 of fighting leukemia, he is cancer free.
Dye shortage impacting CT scans
U.S. hospitals are experiencing a shortage of contrast dye, the crucial component needed for conducting CT scans. As a result, some patients in need of scans are being forced to wait to receive one. Charlie De Mar has more.
MLB player and young fan with cancer inspire each other
Watching eight-year-old Chloe Grimes hit liners and throw heat, you'd never guess the young ball player is also fighting cancer, and has been, off and on, since she was two. Her grit proved an inspiration to her favorite player on the Tampa Bay Rays, Brett Phillips. But inspiration is proving to be a two-way street. Correspondent Steve Hartman reports.
Dog with three legs rescues baby otter
Gus the golden doodle lost a leg due to cancer. But even while going through his own battle, he saved a life – rescuing a baby otter from Minnesota's St. Croix river.
Brett Phillips credits home run to fan battling cancer
Chloe Grimes, an 8-year-old battling cancer, gifted her favorite player, Tampa Bay Rays' Brett Phillips, a bracelet. He hit a home run while wearing it and has been wearing it for good luck ever since. Steve Hartman shares more in "On the Road."
Writer Delia Ephron on love, cancer and second chances
Author and screenwriter Delia Ephron, who is no stranger to romantic storylines, has lately been living one – having lost her first husband, she married a man she'd first dated half a century ago. But their wedding occurred in the hospital, where she was undergoing chemotherapy for leukemia. CBS News' Dr. Jon LaPook talks with Ephron about her memoir, "Left on Tenth: A Second Chance at Life"; about a gut-punch of a medical prognosis; and how love kept her going.
Two types of Suave aerosol deodorant recalled due to elevated benzene levels
The FDA said benzene exposure from the levels detected in the product "would not be expected to cause adverse health consequences," citing an independent health hazard evaluation.
Resident: Dozens of cases of rare brain tumor linked to N.J. high school
Al Lupiano started researching a connection when he and other family members were diagnosed as well.
From 2009: Madeleine Albright's pins
Former Secretary of State and Ambassador to the United Nations Madeleine Albright died on Wed., March 23, 2022, at the age of 84. In this "Sunday Morning" story that aired September 27, 2009, CBS News' Katie Couric talked with Albright about how her decorative brooches became a part of her diplomatic arsenal (sparked by a comment from Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein). They also visit an exhibit featuring more than 200 of Albright's pins at the Museum of Arts and Design in New York City.
Cancer patient's son adopted by nurse after she died
A cancer patient asked her nurse to adopt her young son after she died, even though they were strangers. Steve Hartman checks back in with the family eight years later in "On the Road."
Cancer patient asked her nurse to adopt her young son when she died
"I'm thankful everyday that she made that decision," the son, who is now 16, said of his late mother.
Former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright dies
Madeleine Albright, the first woman to serve as U.S. secretary of state, died of cancer at the age of 84. Tributes are pouring in. Major Garrett shares more.
Madeleine Albright, first woman to serve as secretary of state, dies at 84
In a statement, Bill and Hillary Clinton called Albright "an extraordinary human being."
Ukrainian kids with cancer evacuated from Poland to U.S. hospital
Four children with cancer — just 9 months to 9 years old— have been evacuated from Ukraine to St Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis, the U.S. State Department said.
Rise in stage 4 breast cancer in young women
From 2000 to 2015, there was a more than 4% increase each year of stage 4 breast cancer cases in women under 40. That's according to a study published in the journal Radiology. Researchers who worked on the study say that's significant. Senior medical correspondent Dr. Tara Narula shares the story of a 30-year-old woman who has stage 4 breast cancer and looks at what may be behind this concerning trend.
Remembering "48 Hours" producer Josh Gelman
Josh Gelman, the multi-award-winning CBS News producer, 62, who embodied bravery and hope, dies after a long, courageous battle with cancer.
Inspiration4's Hayley Arceneaux's Note to Self
Inspiration4's first all-civilian mission to space aboard a SpaceX rocket will include St. Jude Children's Research Hospital physician assistant and cancer survivor Hayley Arceneaux. The 29-year-old represents the hope pillar of the mission and will be the youngest American to travel to space. As she prepares for this historic journey, Arceneaux writes a note to her younger self for our Emmy-nominated series Note to Self.
Firefighters say chemicals in gear are toxic
Occupational cancer is the leading cause of death among firefighters. “CBS Mornings” co-host Tony Dokoupil talks to several firefighters nationwide who claim chemicals in their protective gear are making them sick.
Sally Yates reveals battle with breast cancer
In an exclusive interview with Norah O'Donnell, former Acting Attorney General Sally Yates opens up about her experience battling breast cancer. Watch more on "CBS Evening News" on Thursday night at 6:30 p.m. ET on CBS.
HPV vaccine reduces cervical cancer rates
A study published in the medical journal The Lancet found the rate of cervical cancer was 87% lower in women who received an HPV vaccine between the ages of 12 and 13, compared to an unvaccinated group. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook joins "CBS Mornings'' to discuss the historic findings.
Singer Traci Braxton of "Braxton Family Values" dies at 50
Traci Braxton had been fighting esophageal cancer, according to reports.
Biden offers "Unity Agenda" for the U.S.
President Biden offered a "Unity Agenda" during his State of the Union address, highlighting issues that cross partisan lines such as supporting mental health, helping veterans, beating the opioid epidemic and developing cures for cancer. Watch that portion of his remarks here.
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