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Daily health headlines: Thousands of injuries from pool chemicals each year, are hookah water pipes a safe alternative to cigarettes, and more top stories.
Jane Cunningham's home of 25 years was in desperate need of renovation and her family's medical debt was climbing after her son was diagnosed with cancer. But her Sudbury, Massachusetts community stepped in, helping her to rebuild her home and pay her son's medical bills. Nancy Chen reports.
A new study found a 34 percent increase in mortality for women diagnosed with the most common type of breast cancer who were obese before menopause. An obese person may have increased levels of insulin, which can help certain cancer cells reproduce. Fat tissue also produces excess estrogen, another breast cancer risk factor. Vinita Nair reports.
A new study finds that obesity can have a negative impact on young patients with breast cancer. Researchers suspect that obese women have higher levels of inflammation in their blood, which allows cancer to thrive. Danielle Nottingham reports.
Daily health headlines: Study finds bullying can affect health for decades, a new warning about pregnancy and car accidents, and more top stories.
Dr. Tara Shirazian, a gynecologist at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York, talks to the "CBS This Morning" co-hosts about a new study that shows the rate of cervical cancer in the U.S. being more than 50 percent higher than previously thought.
A memo obtained by CBS News shows a VA staff member in Cheyenne, Wyoming, instructing employees how to hide long waits for appointments. The VA responded by launching a new investigation in Cheyenne, but one VA worker in Texas says the formula for creating secret wait lists was well known. Wyatt Andrews reports.
When breast cancer patient Ann Maria Giannino-Otis first posted pictures of her double mastectomy on Facebook, the site removed them, calling them "pornographic." Although Facebook reversed its policy, Giannino-Otis continues to battle with users about her right to post the images. WTVH-TV's Dora Scheidell reports.
Actress Valerie Harper, 74, testified before a Senate committee, urging Congress to commit more funding to cancer research. Harper, who has been fighting cancer, told senators she is a year and four months past the time doctors gave her to live.
Breast cancer treatments save lives, but can also be hard for patients to tolerate. One hospital is helping women with a method that may surprise some people. Marlie Hall reports.
Just before the end of Thursday night's playoff game, ESPN.com reported that the disgraced Los Angeles Clippers owner is battling cancer. CBS News' Carter Evans reports.
In a first-of-its-kind report, the CDC says up to 40 percent of deaths from the five leading causes are preventable. Dr. Tara Narula discusses the new findings with "CBS This Morning" co-hosts.
Daily health headlines: Helmet therapy may not help babies with flat heads, new guidelines for stroke patients, and more top stories.
Cody Smith may have been unable to attend his prom, but that didn't prevent the 17-year-old from being named prom king. Smith recently learned that his germ cell cancer had spread to his brain, forcing him to be hospitalized during his prom. His principal and classmates hoped that honoring him would help lift his spirits.
Another hurdle for women treated for breast cancer, and a new recommendation to help teen athletes avoid serious injury. Alexis Christoforous reports on the day’s top health stories.
During a town hall in Malaysia, President Obama reflects on his regrets, saying he wished he'd taken more time with his mother, who died of cancer in 1995.
The 87-year-old Nobel Prize-winning author died at his home in Mexico City after a long battle with cancer. Best known for novels such as “One Hundred Years of Solitude” and “Love in The Time of Cholera,” Garcia Marquez's works have outsold everything ever published in Spanish except for the Bible. Charles Osgood reports.
Hundreds turned out at Silverwood Park in St. Anthony, Minn., to smack hands with Evan Thornton, a 9-year-old suffering from bone cancer, in an attempt to break the world record for most high-fives in a minute. The goal was to get 212 -- they got 221. As of now, the record is unofficially broken. The results still need to be sent to Guinness.
Daily health headlines: Researchers testing a flu drug that could be a life-saver, new concerns about sports injuries in kids, and more top stories.
In this week’s edition of “Sounds of the Toyota Green Room,” Anderson Cooper talks dance with Boston marathon bombing survivor Adrianne Haslet-Davis, Gayle King and Norah O’Donnell. Dr. David Agus talks with Gayle King about a “groundbreaking” new breast cancer treatment. Gayle King talks with TIME’s Jeffrey Kluger about the headline to his recent controversial article about vaccinations.
Researchers are optimistic about an experimental drug to fight advanced breast cancer that could change the way cancer is treated. A new study finds the drug nearly doubled the length of time that patients lived without their disease getting worse. CBS News medical contributor Dr. David Agus joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the drug and its potential for advancing cancer care.
After his cancer diagnosis, Jon McAlpin came to realize his life still had meaning. Now the 60-year-old retired firefighter is working to spread that message to other patients as a greeter at an Omaha hospital. Steve Hartman reports.
Electronic cigarettes are being marketed as a healthier alternative to tobacco cigarettes, but while the use of e-cigarettes is skyrocketing, poisonings related to the devices are also on the rise. Danielle Nottingham reports from Los Angeles.
A review of 50 years of studies finds the benefits of screening for breast cancer are oversold, and the harm is underestimated. Dr. Nancy Keating, a co-author of the study and associate professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School, talks to the "CBS This Morning" co-hosts about her findings.
A review of 50 years of research suggests the benefits of mammograms have been overstated, and the risks understated. Norah O'Donnell reports.
About 30 U.S. service members remained hospitalized Tuesday after an Iranian drone strike in Kuwait.
Trump says he'll end the war soon, when he wants to, as Iran hits 3 ships near the Strait of Hormuz and warns U.S.-linked banks will be next.
NYPD Chief Aaron Edwards hopped a metal barrier to chase down a suspect accused of throwing IEDs during clashing protests outside Gracie Mansion.
President Trump ordered the release of 172 million barrels of oil from the U.S.'s Strategic Petroleum Reserve on Wednesday, after oil prices rocketed to their highest levels in years amid the U.S.'s war with Iran.
Richard Kahn was one of Epstein's closest associates in his final years, managing his finances and investments.
The Supreme Court ruled in February that the president lacks the authority to impose unilateral tariffs using an emergency powers law.
The men were Norwegian citizens of Iraqi origin who were not previously known to police, police prosecutor Christian Hatlo said.
"I think, overall, what's accomplished is remarkable," Sen. John Fetterman told CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett in an interview Wednesday.
The Van Allen probe's mission was meant to last two years, but ended up going for nearly seven.
NYPD Chief Aaron Edwards hopped a metal barrier to chase down a suspect accused of throwing IEDs during clashing protests outside Gracie Mansion.
"The president is constantly critical on mail-in voting, and that's ridiculous," Democratic Sen. John Fetterman said Wednesday.
President Trump ordered the release of 172 million barrels of oil from the U.S.'s Strategic Petroleum Reserve on Wednesday, after oil prices rocketed to their highest levels in years amid the U.S.'s war with Iran.
FBI memo warning that Iran may try to launch drones at California in a seaborne "surprise attack" raised concern Wednesday — but officials tell CBS News there is no known, specific threat underpinning it.
The Supreme Court ruled in February that the president lacks the authority to impose unilateral tariffs using an emergency powers law.
President Trump ordered the release of 172 million barrels of oil from the U.S.'s Strategic Petroleum Reserve on Wednesday, after oil prices rocketed to their highest levels in years amid the U.S.'s war with Iran.
A 2024 government lawsuit accused Invitation Homes of deceiving renters about lease costs, charging undisclosed junk fees and other unlawful practices.
Elon Musk said his long-planned payments platform, dubbed XMoney, is set to launch for select users. Here's what to know.
Howard Schultz said he and his wife will move to Florida as Washington weighs a roughly 10% annual tax on earnings over $1 million.
The emergency oil release — the largest in the multinational organization's history — could help ease oil prices in the short term, according to analysts.
"The president is constantly critical on mail-in voting, and that's ridiculous," Democratic Sen. John Fetterman said Wednesday.
President Trump ordered the release of 172 million barrels of oil from the U.S.'s Strategic Petroleum Reserve on Wednesday, after oil prices rocketed to their highest levels in years amid the U.S.'s war with Iran.
FBI memo warning that Iran may try to launch drones at California in a seaborne "surprise attack" raised concern Wednesday — but officials tell CBS News there is no known, specific threat underpinning it.
The Supreme Court ruled in February that the president lacks the authority to impose unilateral tariffs using an emergency powers law.
"I think, overall, what's accomplished is remarkable," Sen. John Fetterman told CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett in an interview Wednesday.
Last summer, the Trump administration announced a voluntary pledge by health insurers to reform prior authorization, but patient advocates and medical providers remain skeptical.
A CBS News analysis of records for every hospice operating in Los Angeles County finds indications of fraud are growing.
Food containing norovirus may smell and taste normal but still cause serious illness if consumed, FDA warns.
Dentists, hygienists, and researchers say a shortage of rural dental care professionals and worsening oral hygiene since the COVID-19 pandemic mean more kids are ending up in the emergency room for tooth decay.
The zipper head on the recalled HALO Magic Sleepsuits poses a danger to babies, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
The men were Norwegian citizens of Iraqi origin who were not previously known to police, police prosecutor Christian Hatlo said.
The discovery caused officials to evacuate 18,000 people on Wednesday, the largest such operation ever in the city, emergency services said.
About 30 U.S. service members remained hospitalized Tuesday after an Iranian drone strike in Kuwait.
The emergency oil release — the largest in the multinational organization's history — could help ease oil prices in the short term, according to analysts.
President Trump says he'll end the war soon, when he wants to, as Iran hits three ships near the Strait of Hormuz and warns U.S.-linked banks will be next.
Oscar-nominated "Sinners" cinematographer Autumn Durald Arkapaw watches scenes from the film with Anthony Mason and breaks down how some of its most memorable moments were created. She also shares how her collaboration with director Ryan Coogler helped define the film's look.
Pop culture icon Flava Flav stopped by "CBS Mornings" to discuss his plans to celebrate women Olympic and Paralympic medalists from the 2026 Winter Games.
Kurt Russell, who stars in "The Madison," spoke to "CBS Mornings" about the series, explaining the script "was so familiar" and that he related to it. Russell praised creator Taylor Sheridan, who was also behind the popular series "Yellowstone," and discussed what it was like to work with Michelle Pfeiffer again decades later.
Watch scenes from the performances nominated for best actor at the 98th annual Academy Awards, as well as interviews with the nominees.
American tap dancer Michelle Dorrance talks to CBS News chief medical correspondent Jon LaPook about Brenda Bufalino's impact and preserving the 88-year-old's artistry for future generations in a project at the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts.
An explosion in artificial intelligence data centers and cloud computing is shrinking the supply of memory chips, which is having a major impact on the price consumers pay for everyday tech. CNET editor-in-chief David Katzmaier joins CBS News to discuss.
Elon Musk said his long-planned payments platform, dubbed XMoney, is set to launch for select users. Here's what to know.
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
AI-generated artist Tilly Norwood and the company behind her released a new music video speaking directly to her critics. As AI evolves, Hollywood faces questions over legal protections, copyright infringement and human labor. Jo Ling Kent reports.
CBS News exclusively obtained a Pentagon memo from earlier this month that went out to several senior defense leaders and commanders. It ordered the removal of Anthropic's AI technology from key national systems. Jo Ling Kent reports.
A new study in the journal Nature says most sea level rise research may have underestimated coastal water heights by an average of 1 foot.
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in a surprise crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River - a watershed military maneuver that dramatized a changing America, and a changing climate.
NYPD Chief Aaron Edwards hopped a metal barrier to chase down a suspect accused of throwing IEDs during clashing protests outside Gracie Mansion.
Officials are downplaying the risk of Iranian drone attacks against California after an FBI memo said the regime "allegedly aspired" to target the Golden State. CBS News homeland security correspondent Nicole Sganga reports. Then, former FBI Special Agent Jeff Harp joins with analysis.
A picture of an NYPD chief responding to the terror incident outside Mayor Zohran Mamdani's residence last week has gone viral. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more about what happened that day.
The family of a Georgia student charged in what investigators describe as a prank gone horribly wrong says they are grieving the tremendous loss to the community. CBS News correspondent Elaine Quijano has the latest.
Police in Washington, D.C., arrested a man after he crashed a car into a barricade near the White House on Wednesday morning. CBS News homeland security correspondent Nicole Sganga reports.
Nearly 14 years after it was launched in 2012, NASA says a 1,300-pound satellite is expected to come crashing back to Earth on Wednesday. Most of it will burn up as it reenters the atmosphere, but NASA warns some debris could survive reentry.
The Van Allen probe's mission was meant to last two years, but ended up going for nearly seven.
NASA has announced a major overhaul of its Artemis moon program amid ongoing safety concerns. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more details.
NASA announced an overhaul to its Artemis moon program as safety concerns persist. CBS News space contributor Christian Davenport breaks down the key takeaways.
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
Sen. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania opened up about his battle with depression and credited his three children for saving him from his suicidal thoughts. "What broke me out of it was my own kids, and everyone needs that kind of an emergency brake," Fetterman told Major Garrett on "The Takeout."
An FBI memo warning that Iran may try to launch drones at California in a seaborne "surprise attack" is raising concerns, but how serious is the threat? Nicole Sganga explains.
Trump says there's "practically nothing left" to target on Day 12 of war in Iran; legislative blockade threatened over SAVE Act.
Two years after a Dallas family's dog disappeared, she was found 1,300 miles away in New Jersey. Tony Dokoupil has the story of how made her way back home.
Chief Aaron Edwards and Sgt. Luis Navarro of the NYPD are being hailed as heroes for the response to an attempted bomb attack during protests outside the New York City mayor's residence. Jericka Duncan talked with the officers about what was going through their minds as they sprang into action.