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Alex Trebek's wardrobe donated to help Americans in need
The donation included 14 suits, 58 dress shirts, 300 neckties and many more items.
Conservative radio host Rush Limbaugh dies at 70
Conservative Rush Limbaugh, one of the most provocative voices on talk radio, died at age 70 from lung cancer. Jim Axelrod takes a look back on Limbaugh's life.
Suleika Jaouad's journey "Between Two Kingdoms"
Given a one-in-three chance of survival, Suleika Jaouad overcame leukemia in her 20s, documenting her nearly-four-year endurance of chemotherapy and her desire to live a normal life in a New York Times column, "Life, Interrupted." She followed with a 15,000-mile road trip to meet 22 of the many strangers who had written to her with stories of their own, a journey which became her new book, "Between Two Kingdoms." Correspondent Jim Axelrod talks with Jaouad, and with her partner, musician Jon Batiste, about life after cancer.
Breast cancer passes lung cancer as most commonly diagnosed
Despite the increase in breast cancer diagnoses, lung cancer remains the most deadly, a study found.
Teacher doesn't miss class during cancer treatment
Kelly Klein, a kindergarten teacher in Minnesota, is tackling virtual learning while battling ovarian cancer. She's showing up to her virtual classroom, even while undergoing chemotherapy at the hospital. Chip Reid shares her story.
Don Sutton, Hall of Fame pitcher for Dodgers, has died at 75
Sutton was a four-time All-Star and pitched for the Dodgers, Houston Astros, Milwaukee Brewers, Oakland Athletics, California Angels and the Dodgers again in 1988, his final season.
Doctor cancels cancer patients' medical debt
When Dr. Omar Atiq saw how much some of his cancer patients were paying for treatment, he decided he didn't need the money, they did. So, he canceled their medical debt — about $650,000 in total.
Female veterans blame toxic base for illness
A six-month CBS News investigation has revealed that female veterans who served at a remote base after 9/11 report high rates of reproductive health issues, including cancers. They were among thousands of U.S. troops who passed through the base known as K2 to support missions in nearby Afghanistan. Catherine Herridge reports.
Doctor clears $650,000 in medical debt for patients
"Patients wanted to pay, but they just didn't have the ability to pay. And at the same time, the country was in the grip ... of the COVID-19 pandemic that has devastated lives in more ways than one," Dr. Omar Atiq told CBS News.
Doctor cancels medical debt for cancer patients
Dr. Omar Atiq recently gave a life-changing gift to the cancer patients receiving treatment at his Arkansas clinic. The doctor canceled their medical debt – totalling $650,000.
Stars raise money for girl battling cancer
13-year-old Lyric Jacks has been fighting brain cancer for more than two years. Despite this, she's gone viral for her singing and dancing. Jericka Duncan shows how Lyric is winning celebrities' hearts through her spirited social media posts.
13-year-old goes viral amid cancer battle
2020 has been a tough year for many. Leave it to 13-year-old Lyric Jacks to lift our spirits with her inspiring social media message, all while battling cancer. Jericka Duncan has her story.
Artists raising cancer awareness for Lyric Jacks
Some of the world's top DJs are raising awareness about a rare form of cancer. They were inspired by a teen girl named Lyric, who is putting up an inspiring fight against the disease. Jericka Duncan has her story.
Volunteer helps change man's life
Earlier this year, Beth Eiglarsh signed up to volunteer with Pandemic of Love, an organization that pairs people in need with people who can help. She was paired with Sean Noriega, a former teacher who left work after his cancer diagnosis. After sending Noriega a package, Eiglarsh ended up changing his life. Now he calls her his guardian angel.
Routine cancer screenings during a pandemic
Preventative cancer screenings in the United States have declined during the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Elizabeth Comen, medical oncologist at the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, joins CBSN to discuss how to safely proceed with cancer screenings.
Tributes to Chadwick Boseman pour in on birthday
"Thinking of your passion, love, and your light today," tweeted Mark Ruffalo.
Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month
November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month. Pancreatic cancer is extremely hard to detect and is the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States. Julie Fleshman, the president and CEO of the Pancreatic Cancer Network, joins with more information.
Alex Trebek's widow shares message after star's death
She also posted a sweet photo from the couple's wedding in 1990, which appears to show Alex putting a wedding band on her finger.
Washington Football Team head coach finishes cancer treatment
Rivera celebrated a his win over cancer with a hall full of doctors and nurses cheering him on.
Cancers may be linked to contaminated airbase
A CBS News investigation reveals new evidence in the cases of service members who believe their rare cancers and other illnesses stem from time served on a remote base after 9/11. They say they were exposed to toxic materials at a former Soviet airbase in Uzbekistan known as K2, located about 100 miles from Afghanistan. Catherine Herridge reports.
Jerry Jeff Walker, singer and songwriter, dies at 78
Walker emerged from New York's Greenwich Village folk scene in the 1960s and he was a founding member of the band Circus Maximus.
Trump falsely claims wind energy "kills all the birds"
"I know more about wind than you do," Mr. Trump said during the presidential debate, erroneously claiming it "kills all the birds."
Jeff Bridges says he's been diagnosed with lymphoma
The Oscar-winning actor said he's starting treatment and the "prognosis is good."
Eddie Van Halen has died at age 65
Eddie Van Halen, iconic guitarist and founding member of the popular rock band bearing his name, has died at the age of 65 after a long battle with cancer. CBS Los Angeles has more.
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U.S. launches strikes on Iranian targets in Strait of Hormuz
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