Taco-making bartender fights cancer with support from friends
A bartender known for her tacos at a bar in the Mendota Heights area has impacted many with her special recipe. But now those who enjoyed her fresh food and service are coming together after she was diagnosed with Stage 1 Breast Cancer.
MN sisters battle cancer side by side
Sisters Jean and Julie share countless memories, and now they are sharing a journey they never could have imagined – both were diagnosed with gynecological cancers within three weeks of one another.
Millennials, Gen Xers face higher risk of 17 cancers than previous generations, study says
A large study by researchers at the American Cancer Society found that Gen Xers and Millennials face a higher risk of developing certain types of cancers.
MN phlebotomist's music lifts cancer patients
Each of us knows someone impacted by cancer. Sunday is National Cancer Survivors Day. Leah Beno introduces us to a local phlebotomist who is helping patients in a way doctors usually can’t.
Cancer trends: Common types & risk factors revealed
Almost 40% of Americans will receive a cancer diagnosis at some point in their lifetime — but certain types are more common than others, statistics show.
PFAS and cancer: The truth behind 'forever chemicals'
The Biden administration has implemented stringent regulations on "forever chemicals" in drinking water
Widower pays off school lunch debts statewide, honoring late wife's legacy
An Oklahoma widow has embarked on a mission to pay off school lunch debts for students across the state following the death of his wife from cancer.
Shannen Doherty simplifies life amid cancer battle
As she continues her cancer battle, Shannen Doherty is learning the importance of letting go.
‘Ninja’ diagnosed with skin cancer: ‘Still in a bit of shock’
Tyler Blevins, who goes by Ninja on his Twitch streaming platform, revealed he was diagnosed with melanoma after dermatologists tested a mole on the bottom of the gamer’s foot.
Richard Simmons reveals skin cancer diagnosis
One day after concerning fans with a startling social media post in which he said he was "dying," Richard Simmons revealed he's been diagnosed with skin cancer.
What still has asbestos? EPA announces comprehensive ban on carcinogen
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a comprehensive ban on asbestos due to its carcinogenic nature, despite its continued use in some products like chlorine bleach and brake pads, which still pose a threat to public health.
Olivia Munn diagnosed with breast cancer
The 43-year-old actress has been battling the disease since April 2023.
Actor Gary Sinise recalls son's last days: 'He was happy at the end of his life'
In January, actor Gary Sinise lost his son, McCanna "Mac" Sinise, to cancer. He was 33.
Cancer diagnoses in the British royal family over the years: 'The great equalizer'
Most recently, Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York, announced on Jan. 21 that she was diagnosed with skin cancer just a month after receiving breast cancer treatments.
Toby Keith's death: Here's what to know about stomach cancer
Toby Keith’s death has renewed the spotlight on stomach cancer, which is the fifth most common cancer in the world.
The debate around end-of-life care in MN
The debate over medical aid in dying has once again hit the Minnesota legislature. We heard from those people involved in the fight on Sunday.
Colorectal cancer is now leading cause of death among young adults with cancer: new report
Colorectal cancer is now among the leading causes of cancer deaths for young adults, according to a new report from the American Cancer Society (ACS).
Wildfires may release cancer-causing chromium 6, study reveals
A recent study from Stanford University has revealed a concerning connection between wildfires and the release of chromium 6, a known cancer-causing agent.
Comedian Tom Smothers, half of Smothers Brothers duo, dies at 86
Tom Smothers, half of the Smothers Brothers and the co-host of one of the most socially conscious and groundbreaking television shows in the history of the medium, has died at 86.
James McCaffrey, 'Max Payne' and 'Rescue Me' star, dead at 65
James McCaffrey, the voice behind the "Max Payne" video games, has died at 65.