American Cancer Society Says Start Mammograms At 45, Not 40
New mammogram advice from the American Cancer Society says most women should start annual screenings at age 45 instead of 40.
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New mammogram advice from the American Cancer Society says most women should start annual screenings at age 45 instead of 40.
For the past 10 years Debbie Sardone has been out to achieve one mission with her non-profit organization Cleaning for A Reason -- providing free house cleaning services to women battling cancer.
Cameras captured a man breaking into a convenience store and taking a jar filled with donated cash.
Many women with early-stage breast cancer can skip chemotherapy without hurting their odds of beating the disease — good news from a major study that shows the value of a gene-activity test to gauge each patient's risk.
Nearly a month after revealing that cancer has spread to his brain, Jimmy Carter said Tuesday that he has received the second of four planned doses of a drug to fight the disease.
A Bedford firefighter battling cancer is in the process of trying to get a different kind of medical assistance, and he's got a lot of support.
According to the CDC, prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in men, and 1 in 7 men will be diagnosed in their lifetime. September is National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month and there are several events going on around DFW to support the cause.
Second cancers are on the rise, a recent study has found, and nearly 1 in 5 new cases in the U.S. now involves someone who has already had the disease at least once before.
Former President Jimmy Carter announced Thursday that his cancer showed up in four small spots on his brain and he will immediately begin radiation treatment, saying he is "at ease with whatever comes."
Former President Jimmy Carter plans to discuss his recent cancer diagnosis Thursday for the first time since revealing last week that he was ill.
A military veteran, a police officer in Richardson and now James Schumann is in the fight for his life.
Determining what treatment to pursue for former President Jimmy Carter's cancer will depend on its type, its origin and factors such as age and health, doctors said.
To battle infertility sometimes caused by cancer treatment, some children's hospitals are trying a futuristic approach.
The federal government wants Lance Armstrong's medical records because they could prove how far he was willing to go to conceal his PED use from the public.
The federal government wants to see Lance Armstrong's medical records from his treatments for cancer, specifically whether his doctors knew back in 1996 that he was using performance-enhancing drugs.
In April of last year, Kimberly Hinshaw felt a small, pea-sized bump on her thigh. It didn't hurt and she says if she hadn't been applying lotion she probably never would have noticed it
Baylor Medical Center is working with a genetic research lab to diagnose cancer before a tumor even forms.
A new type of blood test is starting to transform cancer treatment, sparing some patients from the surgical and needle biopsies that have been long needed to guide their care.
It sets in quickly and turns lives upside down -- brain tumors are considered among the toughest cancers to treat. May is Brain Cancer Awareness Month and a North Texas woman who knows the battle firsthand is among those hoping to educate the public.
One local family says when cancer hit their family; it was their little girl who taught them how to be tough.
Kaitlyn Johnson can now once again play like any other four year old. Just one month after receiving an experimental treatment for leukemia, doctors say her cancer is in remission.
Lake Worth woman says Starbucks fired her while she is still struggling with cancer.
Angelina Jolie revealed Tuesday that she has undergone more preventive surgery, having her ovaries and fallopian tubes removed in hopes of reducing her risk of cancer.
A group of eight children and their families received very special attention in Frisco last night.
As a 7-year-old, Ryan Anthony picked up the trumpet to be like his grandpa. Decades later, that love of music may very well have helped save the Dallas Symphony Orchestra trumpeter's life.
The wildfire, which has torn through Palo Pinto and Jack counties, forced evacuations, closed roads and disrupted schools.
An Air Force veteran wanted a new house for large family gatherings; he ended up getting an incredible link to his family's past.
Jake Burger homered twice and Ezequiel Duran had his 12th game this season with at least three hits as the Texas Rangers rallied from two four-run deficits to beat the Tampa Bay Rays 8-6.
An Amazon cargo plane overran a runway at Miami International Airport and struck several vehicles, killing at least five and injuring five others, officials said.
1.4 million people are expected to travel through DFW International Airport for the Labor Day weekend.
An Air Force veteran wanted a new house for large family gatherings; he ended up getting an incredible link to his family's past.
Jake Burger homered twice and Ezequiel Duran had his 12th game this season with at least three hits as the Texas Rangers rallied from two four-run deficits to beat the Tampa Bay Rays 8-6.
An Amazon cargo plane overran a runway at Miami International Airport and struck several vehicles, killing at least five and injuring five others, officials said.
The wildfire, which has torn through Palo Pinto and Jack counties, has forced evacuations, closed roads and disrupted schools.
1.4 million people are expected to travel through DFW International Airport for the Labor Day weekend.
Technology company SPAN wants to build thousands of tiny data centers and spread them across the country.
Critics of LifeWise say its business model puts too much of the burden on local communities.
Under SB 1049, school districts must allow students to leave campus during the school day for religious instruction.
SB 1049 compels school districts to allow students to leave campus for religious instruction during the school day.
"Maybe this is one of those times that we just need to be loud and make people hear us that they're not being treated fairly," she said.
25 years after the 9-11 terror attacks on U.S. soil, George W. Bush is set to share reflections and his own artwork in remembrance of that day.
As of right now, the state is a toss-up, but Vote Hub predicts Talarico will win Tarrant County, the largest Republican county in the state and nation.
Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico blasted Republican Senate candidate Ken Paxton on data centers. Paxton did not make himself available to reporters while campaigning in Willow Park, near Weatherford in Parker County, last week.
President Trump's MAGA Inc. super PAC had previously only given one donation this midterm cycle: about $800,000 to Darline Graham.
Guyana is one of more than 30 nations that have now signed deals with the Trump administration as part of President Trump's crackdown on illegal immigration.
Target, which embarked on a turnaround plan under its new CEO earlier this year, reported an increase in first-quarter sales Wednesday.
During the program's first year, it will be offered at about 65 to 75 hospitals that handle about a quarter of births in the state and largely serve low-income patients, Newsom's office said.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
Zoox, owned by Amazon, produces its own autonomous vehicles that it says are built for passengers, not drivers.
U.S. officials have confirmed cases of a parasitic illness tied to lettuce in three more states: Georgia, Tennessee and Texas.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
Dallas County health officials said the possible exposure happened during the 2025-26 school year, and that testing is recommended for returning students in grades 10-12.
Casting for Recovery was started by two women, a professional angler and a reconstructive breast surgeon, who recognized the healing powers of fly fishing.
The Social Security Administration is expanding its list of diseases and other health conditions that may qualify for accelerated approval of disability benefits.
After a 2024 merger with Cedar Flags the combined company moved its headquarters to North Carolina.
The project would include a new Dallas Stars arena, along with restaurants, shops and public spaces.
It's an annual Dallas tradition, but this year those pink Cadillacs are parking in Fort Worth.
A fairly new entertainment and food venue in Allen surprised a lot of people last week by suddenly shutting down.
The future of AI technology manufacturing has landed in North Texas.
Jake Burger homered twice and Ezequiel Duran had his 12th game this season with at least three hits as the Texas Rangers rallied from two four-run deficits to beat the Tampa Bay Rays 8-6.
At the U.S. Open, artificial intelligence is giving players and fans a new way to experience the tournament.
Cathy Engelbert is the second-longest-tenured WNBA president or commissioner.
This a period of transition for the U.S. with a young roster that includes the trio of Clark, Paige Bueckers and Angel Reese.
Playing together at the U.S. Open in New York for the first time in four years, Serena and Venus Williams lost in a three-set thriller match in the first round of the women's doubles tournament.
While performing in St. Louis on Saturday night, Lionel Richie appeared at one point to lean on a piano for support, according to video from the show.
The international airport in Nashville, Tennessee, would be renamed for Dolly Parton under a proposal by Tennessee's governor.
Both sides have rested in the murder trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis, who prosecutors allege orchestrated the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur.
Stella Parton said her sister Dolly told her "that if there was no hope for her, she would still allow her medical team to try experimental drugs in the hope of helping others in the future."
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
The Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returned to Las Colinas on Saturday after a 12-year hiatus. Teams are tasked with constructing a flying machine and putting it to the test. It's estimated that around 25,000 people attended the event.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
