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Doctors Jon LaPook and Holly Phillips discuss the week's top medical stories, including growing evidence that a daily dose of aspirin can help fight cancer and Vitamin D may reduce risk of dementia.
Long-term survival rates of pancreatic cancer have barely improved in forty years. Also, physical fitness can help battle depression in adolescents, especially girls. Craig Boswell reports on some of the day's top medical headlines.
"CBS This Morning" takes a look at some of the headlines from around the globe.
A new study suggests a daily dose of aspirin could cut cancer risk. Dr. David Agus discusses the England-based study with the "CBS This Morning" co-hosts.
New research from London shows taking aspirin can significantly reduce the risk of digestive cancers. Also, nearly 10% of cancer survivors in the U.S. are current smokers. Craig Boswell has some of today's top health stories.
A pastor and his wife lost their 27-year-old daughter to liver cancer. Now, the father is responsible for paying back a huge student loan. KCBS' Tom Wait reports.
A new study finds women have a tougher time recovering from heart attacks than men do. Also, patients with advanced cancer may benefit from treatments that not only control their symptoms, but also provide exercise and nutritional counseling. Craig Boswell has a look at the day's medical headlines.
A new study provides important information for breast cancer patients considering a mastectomy for the healthy breast. Also, many doctors are incorrectly prescribing antibiotics to treat the flu. Don Champion has some of the day's top health stories.
CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook and CBS News contributor Dr. Holly Phillips weigh in on the development of 3D mammogram technology.
Cancer treatment often takes a devastating toll on a woman’s body, which can lead to depression. But there is a program that helps improve the self-esteem and quality of life for women undergoing cancer treatment. It’s called Look Good...Feel Better and it’s now celebrating its 25th year. CBS News' Alexis Christoforous reports.
A new report by the CDC links excessive drinking to one in ten adults deaths. The study found 88,000 people die each year in the U.S. from health problems related to drinking too much over time, such as liver and heart disease. Others die from violence, driving accidents or alcohol poisoning from binge drinking. CBS News' Teri Okita reports..
More than three hours of TV a day doubles the chance of premature death. Also, a study links dementia and brain injury. Danielle Nottingham takes a look at the day's top health news.
A new study finds that taking a low-dose aspirin a day may help reduce the risk of developing pancreatic cancer, one of the deadliest forms of the disease. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook has more on the findings and how to know if aspirin is right for you.
A groundbreaking new treatment is prolonging the lives of dogs with osteosarcoma. This research may also someday help people suffering from cancer.
The largest study of its kind found 3D mammograms uncovered significantly more invasive cancers than traditional scans alone. CBS News medical contributor Dr. David Agus talks about the promising news for breast cancer detection with the "CBS This Morning." co-hosts.
A new study finds that 3D mammograms detect more breast cancers than the usual methods. In the study, those getting 3D mammography had 41 percent more invasive cancers detected and 15 percent fewer repeat scans to evaluate inconclusive findings. Dr. Jon LaPook reports.
Researchers in Maryland found people people who waited at least an hour before smoking in the morning have a lower risk of developing lung cancer. And a new study explains how tanning can become addictive. Alexis Christoforous takes a look at some of the day’s top health stories.
A new study shows a link between low levels of Vitamin D and a higher risk of death from all causes. And labor inductions are on the decline. Alexis Christoforous has the day’s top health stories.
The government estimates one in four people has diabetes and does not know it, a healthy diet in early adulthood can lower the chances of developing breast cancer -- and more. Alexis Christoforous reports on the day's top health headlines.
Researchers at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill say breast cancer patients aren’t getting enough exercise. David Begnaud has that and the rest of the day's health news.
Why women should spread out pregnancies, a new report about contaminated food -- and more. Alexis Cristoforous reports on the day's top health headlines.
Doctors say they've found a new weapon in the fight against cancer that doesn’t use drugs or radiation but enlists the patient’s own body to attack cancer cells. Dr. Jon LaPook reports.
Scientists are reporting a breakthrough in using immune therapy to treat cervical cancer. Researchers at the National Cancer Institute treated nine women with cervical cancer and found tumors of two out of nine completely disappeared. Those two women remain cancer-free more than a year later. Alexis Christoforous reports.
New research into the treatment of prostate cancer could bump survivor rate by 30 percent over the next decade. Dr. David Agus joins the "CBS This Morning" co-hosts to discuss promising aspects of the research.
What’s the best time to schedule surgery? Scientists at the University of Colorado are working on a breath test to detect lung cancer. And, a growing number of Americans can call themselves cancer survivors. Alexis Christoforous reports on the day’s top health stories.
President Trump says the U.S. is not engaged in any talks with Iran as the two countries remain locked in a standoff over the Strait of Hormuz after almost six months of war.
Rep. Byron Donalds won the Republican primary for governor and former Rep. David Jolly won the Democratic primary, The Associated Press projects.
The 35-year-old executive assistant to the president is a quiet but loyal force at President Trump's side.
GOP Sen. Ashley Moody and Democratic State Rep. Angie Nixon will face off in November after winning their primaries for U.S. Senate on Tuesday night, the Associated Press projects.
Brian Hickerson and his brother, Zach, made the 911 call that brought first responders to the apartment where Hayden Panettiere was found unresponsive.
The Trump-backed incumbent has struggled to raise money for his reelection bid as the House Ethics Committee investigates numerous allegations against him.
"Today, Elwood and I lost a great friend and collaborator, and the world lost one of the most naturally innovative drummers and a great and true son of Texas," ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons said in a statement.
The district includes predominantly Black communities in central and western Broward County.
The Trump administration has been quietly deporting migrants from Mexico to Central America, despite the Mexican government's willingness to accept the return of all its citizens.
GOP Sen. Ashley Moody and Democratic State Rep. Angie Nixon will face off in November after winning their primaries for U.S. Senate on Tuesday night, the Associated Press projects.
Rep. Byron Donalds won the Republican primary for governor and former Rep. David Jolly won the Democratic primary, The Associated Press projects.
A NASA spacecraft circling the moon is providing the sharpest views yet of the crater carved by a crashing SpaceX rocket.
The USDA's own inspector general has repeatedly raised concerns about federal oversight of dog breeders.
Tupac Shakur's cousin said the autopsy photos made him feel "very angry, to say the least."
When inflation rises faster than workers' wages, it feels like they're getting a pay cut. Companies, meanwhile, benefit.
More than 7.2 million checks have been mailed so far, with millions more expected to go out this week, according to State Farm.
Companies that stood by their diversity efforts faced no detectable impact from investors or shoppers, researchers found.
The lawsuit accuses the social media giant of contributing to the youth mental health crisis by deliberately designing features that addict children to its platforms.
Five flavors of Outshine Fruit Bars sold nationwide were recalled because they may include glass, Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream said.
The Trump-backed incumbent has struggled to raise money for his reelection bid as the House Ethics Committee investigates numerous allegations against him.
GOP Sen. Ashley Moody and Democratic State Rep. Angie Nixon will face off in November after winning their primaries for U.S. Senate on Tuesday night, the Associated Press projects.
Rep. Byron Donalds won the Republican primary for governor and former Rep. David Jolly won the Democratic primary, The Associated Press projects.
David Morens, 78, agreed to plead guilty to one count of conspiracy to commit offenses and to defraud the United States.
The 35-year-old executive assistant to the president is a quiet but loyal force at President Trump's side.
In this interview from 2024, former pitching ace Tommy John talked with correspondent Faith Salie about the injury to his pitching arm he suffered in 1974, and about the innovative procedure (which came to be known as "Tommy John surgery") that rescued his career – and would prolong the careers of many more professional and amateur athletes since. [John died on Aug. 15, 2026 at age 83.]
U.S. kindergarten vaccination rates have declined again, with exemptions reaching a record high for the 2025-2026 school year
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s closed-door research has yet to produce evidence linking vaccines and autism.
Candice Davis' first pregnancy was going smoothly until she began feeling some nausea and pain one afternoon.
Some seriously ill patients improve on hospice. About 1 in 16 patients enrolled in hospice care lose eligibility as a result. Here's how to get appropriate care.
The Trump administration has been quietly deporting migrants from Mexico to Central America, despite the Mexican government's willingness to accept the return of all its citizens.
Ukraine targets Moscow with a huge wave of drones as Russia warns the U.K. will pay a price for supplying Kyiv with long-range weapons.
The guided-missile destroyer USS Benfold spent four days without power last month after a problem with its engineering, according to a spokesperson for the Navy's 7th Fleet.
U.S. Ambassador to Turkey Tom Barrack says an Israeli attack on a Syrian air force base was an "unnecessary escalation that does not advance regional stability."
The man is accused of luring Amy Lopez under false pretenses into a secluded room, where he then allegedly handcuffed her, sexually assaulted her and killed her.
"Today, Elwood and I lost a great friend and collaborator, and the world lost one of the most naturally innovative drummers and a great and true son of Texas," ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons said in a statement.
Brian Hickerson and his brother, Zach, made the 911 call that brought first responders to the apartment where Hayden Panettiere was found unresponsive.
Madonna leads all artists with 11 nominations at this year's MTV VMAs, and a full sweep would tie her with Beyoncé and Taylor Swift for the most VMA wins in history.
"CBS Mornings" revealed the nominees for three categories at this year's VMAs, including artist of the year.
Amazon Books editorial director Sarah Gelman joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss some of her favorite books coming to the big screen this year.
OpenAI has launched a chatbot marketed for teens that the company says will provide stronger protections as concerns over AI safety increase. Axios Chief Technology Correspondent Ina Fried joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
The lawsuit accuses the social media giant of contributing to the youth mental health crisis by deliberately designing features that addict children to its platforms.
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.
Artificial intelligence and the data centers powering the technology have become a flashpoint ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. Shira Ovide, a technology reporter for The Wall Street Journal, has more.
Popular American chat app Discord says it suspended livestreams in line with a Brazilian government order, amid fierce criticism over a 13-year-old girl's death.
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States – another escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet, where extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States, breaking a record last set during the Dust Bowl – just another step in the escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet. Correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti talks with climate journalist Jeff Goodell and atmospheric scientist Maria Molina about how changes in Earth's climate are increasing the likelihood that extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
A total solar eclipse was visible in parts of Europe for the first time since 1912. Rob Marciano reports.
A total solar eclipse turned day into night across a slice of Europe and North America on Wednesday, and put millions in unique contact with the heavens above. Meteorologist Rob Marciano reports from Spain.
Janna Levin, professor of physics and astronomy at Barnard College, joins CBS News to discuss Wednesday's total solar eclipse.
Philadelphia police are searching for a man in a horror mask resembling Chucky the doll who has been terrorizing locals. Lilia Luciano has more.
The alleged killer in the case of Jared Bridegan, a former Microsoft manager who prosecutors say was the victim of a murder for hire arranged by his ex-wife and her husband, is now on trial. Jason Allen has more.
A 24-year-old at Penn State University, described as the largest cocaine dealer on campus, has been arrested and charged. Meg Oliver has more.
Two children in Atlanta were found locked inside a trailer after going missing while in the custody of their babysitter, who had told their mother they were involved in an accident. Skyler Henry reports.
Two workers died Tuesday in a Toledo, Ohio, recycling plant after a series of explosions sparked a massive fire. Tom Hanson has more.
A NASA spacecraft circling the moon is providing the sharpest views yet of the crater carved by a crashing SpaceX rocket.
The newly discovered object looks like a star the size of our solar system, but produces 100 billion times more energy than any star.
The only total solar eclipse of 2026 crossed the Northern Hemisphere Wednesday, with a path of totality across parts of Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain. See photos and video from the best viewing locations.
The Perseid meteor shower is the best viewing all year, according to NASA.
Researchers were able to peek at the sun's scorching surface with the help of the National Science Foundation's Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope, located on the island of Maui in Hawaii.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Sylvie Cachay was found dead in an overflowing bathtub at the exclusive Soho House in New York City on Dec. 9, 2010. A water leak at the hotel gave away a timeline that may have revealed her killer.
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Astro is a second-generation dog surf instructor working on the island of South Padre, Texas.
Philadelphia police are searching for a man in a horror mask resembling Chucky the doll who has been terrorizing locals. Lilia Luciano has more.
Ukraine targeted the Russian capital of Moscow with close to 800 drones overnight, according to the city's mayor. Aidan Stretch reports.
The alleged killer in the case of Jared Bridegan, a former Microsoft manager who prosecutors say was the victim of a murder for hire arranged by his ex-wife and her husband, is now on trial. Jason Allen has more.
A 24-year-old at Penn State University, described as the largest cocaine dealer on campus, has been arrested and charged. Meg Oliver has more.