Breaking down the science of sunscreen

A study in JAMA analyzed blood samples of 24 people who used sunscreen four times a day, for four days. Researchers found levels of four chemical ingredients that exceed the FDA’s recommended limits. The authors caution that the health effects, if any, are unknown, and people should continue to apply sunscreen to protect against skin cancer. As we continue our coverage of Skin Cancer Awareness Month, Dr. Tara Narula joins "CBS This Morning" to separate sunscreen fact from fiction.

• May 7, 2019
• 02:53

Katie Couric talks cancer program, #MeToo

In her 40 years in television news, award-winning journalist Katie Couric has been a prominent voice on the national stage. In 2000, she had a colonoscopy on live TV to raise awareness about colon cancer after her husband Jay died of the disease. Couric lost her sister Emily in 2001 to pancreatic cancer. Now, she is partnering with a new program called "With Love, Me." It asks people, whose lives have been affected by cancer what they wish they had known when they first heard their diagnosis. Couric joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss her new partnership and how the media landscape has changed.

• May 9, 2019
• 06:27

Peggy Lipton dead at 72

Actress Peggy Lipton, star of "The Mod Squad" and "Twin Peaks," has died, a publicist for her daughters confirmed to CBS News. She was 72. The cause was cancer, her daughters Rashida and Kidada Jones said in a statement.

• May 12, 2019
• 00:35

Couple awarded over $2B in Monsanto cancer trial

A California jury ordered Monsanto to pay more than $2 billion to a couple who claimed the Roundup weed killer caused their non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. This is the third such courtroom loss Monsanto has experienced in California.

• May 13, 2019
• 00:38

$2 billion verdict in Roundup cancer lawsuit

Bayer, the company behind the maker of Roundup weed killer, plans to appeal a $2 billion verdict against it. On Monday a jury in California found the herbicide was linked to an elderly couple’s cancer. The judgement is the third since August against Monsanto’s parent company, Bayer. Anna Werner reports.

• May 14, 2019
• 02:54

18-year-old given months to live marries high school sweetheart

His devastating prognosis was a "wake-up call" from God, his dad said.

• May 22, 2020

Low-fat diet may help reduce breast cancer risks

A new cancer study that made headlines this week indicates that a low-fat diet may help reduce the risk of dying from breast cancer. The findings of their big, long-term study could have life-changing results. Dr. Tara Narula reports.

• May 19, 2019
• 02:06

5-year-old celebrates end of chemo with song

Slater Bushman, 5, is going home healthy after fighting high-risk neuroblastoma for more than 400 days. Doctors and nurses at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis celebrated the fact that he's cancer free with a song.

• May 21, 2019
• 01:30

Marcia Cross on ending anal cancer stigma

Award-winning actress Marcia Cross is perhaps best known for her role as the perfect homemaker on the TV series, "Desperate Housewives." She was diagnosed with anal cancer about a year-and-a-half ago. After Cross completed radiation and chemotherapy, she reached out to CBS News medical contributor Dr. Jon LaPook to share her story.

• Jun 5, 2019
• 05:38

9/11 first responders fighting for victims' fund

Former U.S. Marine and New York City police detective Luis Alvarez says there is nothing else doctors can do to fight his cancer. But he's not giving up his fight to help fellow first responders to the 9/11 attacks. Maurice DuBois has his story.

• Jun 21, 2019
• 03:16

9/11 first responder gives interview from hospice

First responder Luis Alvarez, who was diagnosed with a 9/11-related cancer in 2016, entered hospice care this week. Watch an extended interview of his interview with Maurice DuBois.

• Jun 21, 2019
• 07:03

9/11 first responder Lou Alvarez dies at 53

A 9/11 hero is being remembered as a warrior and inspiration. Former New York City police detective Lou Alvarez spent months at the World Trade Center following the Sept. 11th attack. Then after developing cancer, he spent the rest of his life fighting the government. Kenneth Craig reports.

• Jun 29, 2019
• 02:04

Another 9/11 first responder dies of cancer

Nearly 18 years after 9/11, the death toll continues to rise. Richard Driscoll was the 200th member of the FDNY to die of a 9/11-related illness. His death comes as Sen. Rand Paul blocked a vote to permanently reauthorize the 9/11 Victims Compensation Fund.

• Jul 18, 2019
• 00:52

Parents eye water supply after 7 cancer cases

Parents in one California community are fighting for answers after at least seven children were diagnosed with cancer in recent years. After their push to remove a cell phone tower earlier this year, they are now focusing on a chemical in the drinking water that's linked to cancer. Carter Evans reports.

• Jul 19, 2019
• 04:33

Colon cancer rising for patients under 50

A new study finds colon cancer rates are rising among Americans under 50. Colon cancer has one of the highest mortality rates and is one of the most common forms of cancer. Dr. Jon LaPook joins the "CBS Evening News" to explain the trend.

• Jul 22, 2019
• 01:47

Colon cancer more common for those under 50

A new study found that increasingly more Americans are getting colon cancer before they turn 50. Some doctors think it could be linked to obesity and eating habits. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook joins CBSN to discuss the new trend.

• Jul 22, 2019
• 02:21

High cancer risk plagues Louisiana town

In Reserve, Louisiana, the cancer risk is almost 50 times the national average. CBS News followed one man who is fighting the company he believes is causing it. Janet Shamlian reports.

• Jul 24, 2019
• 03:23

Why live in a town with a high cancer risk?

In Reserve, Louisiana, people have had health problems for decades, ranging from dizziness to liver and lung cancer. Many believe a nearby chemical plant is the source. Janet Shamlian spoke to resident Robert Taylor, and found out why he hasn't moved.

• Jul 24, 2019
• 02:01

High cancer risk in Louisiana town

More than 100 petrochemical plants and refineries are between New Orleans and Baton Rouge and is often referred to as a cancer alley. Residents at Reserve, Lousinana are at the center. The EPA says the cancer risk is almost 50 times the national average. Janet Shamlian reports.

• Jul 24, 2019
• 04:19

Breast implant recipient on cancer diagnosis

A major producer of breast implants is stopping the sale and distribution of their textured products, amid growing links to a rare and deadly cancer. The FDA requested the recall from Allergan after a "significant increase" in cases of a particular lymphoma. The FDA says the risk of lymphoma with Allergan's Biocell textured implants is approximately six times that of other manufacturers who are marketing in the U.S. Anna Werner reports.

• Jul 25, 2019
• 03:50

Farmers harvest crop for neighbor

Farmer Larry Yockey's wheat was ready for harvest. But he's battling stage 4 skin cancer and could no longer work his fields. So as "CBS Evening News" anchor Norah O'Donnell explains, his neighbors decided to step in and help.

• Jul 29, 2019
• 01:01

Ex-football player sues Roundup maker

Former Pittsburgh Steelers running back Merril Hoge is among the thousands of plaintiffs suing Roundup maker Monsanto alleging his exposure to its weed killer caused him to develop non-Hodgkins lymphoma.

• Jul 31, 2019
• 00:28

Why a former NFL star is suing Roundup

A former NFL player is joining thousands of people suing the company behind Roundup, a popular weed killer with a chemical linked to cancer. In a lawsuit made public Wednesday, 54-year-old Merril Hoge says he developed non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma as a direct result of being exposed to the herbicide. Meg Oliver reports.

• Aug 1, 2019
• 03:46

Remembering Hollywood icon Peter Fonda

On the week marking the 50th anniversary of Woodstock, Hollywood is remembering an actor who rose to fame in the same year. Peter Fonda, who may be best remembered for his role in the 1969 counter-culture classic "Easy Rider," died Friday of complications from lung cancer. He was 79 years old. Jeff Glor reports.

• Aug 17, 2019
• 02:27

Iran sanctions threaten the lives of young cancer patients

In the battle over sanctions between the United States and Iran, the losers are Iranian cancer patients seeking life-saving drugs. Correspondent Imtiaz Tyab reports from a children's hospital in Tehran where vital drugs are running out.

• Aug 19, 2019
• 02:27

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