Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Carlee Dixon
During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Susan G. Komen is taking a moment to highlight people living with the disease. Carlee Dixon of Flower Mound is on a mission to education women about specialized screenings.
During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Susan G. Komen is taking a moment to highlight people living with the disease. Carlee Dixon of Flower Mound is on a mission to education women about specialized screenings.
Here's To You: Woman's Club of Fort Worth
The Woman's Club of Fort Worth has transformed two city blocks into a symbol of breast cancer awareness.
The Woman's Club of Fort Worth has transformed two city blocks into a symbol of breast cancer awareness.
Here's To You: Mashona Brooks-Bryant
Mashona Brooks-Bryant was diagnosed with Stage 3 breast cancer in Dec. 2019. After treatment which included chemotherapy and a double mastectomy she rang the bell on Feb. 9, 2021. The disease grew back. After 33 doses of radiation she rang the bell again on Sept. 28, 2022.
Mashona Brooks-Bryant was diagnosed with Stage 3 breast cancer in Dec. 2019. After treatment which included chemotherapy and a double mastectomy she rang the bell on Feb. 9, 2021. The disease grew back. After 33 doses of radiation she rang the bell again on Sept. 28, 2022.
Komen hosts 'More Than Pink Walk' in Fort Worth
Thousands of people helped kick off breast cancer awareness month with a walk in Fort Worth. The nonprofit Susan G. Komen Foundation is hoping for an even bigger turnout at another event in Dallas in two weeks.
Thousands of people helped kick off breast cancer awareness month with a walk in Fort Worth. The nonprofit Susan G. Komen Foundation is hoping for an even bigger turnout at another event in Dallas in two weeks.
Lowe brothers reveal mother's cancer battle
There's a big sibling rivalry in the AL Wild Card Series as Rangers' first baseman Nathaniel Lowe faces his brother, Rays outfielder Josh Lowe. But their biggest fan, their mother, will not be able to attend. The brothers revealed she is currently battling cancer.
There's a big sibling rivalry in the AL Wild Card Series as Rangers' first baseman Nathaniel Lowe faces his brother, Rays outfielder Josh Lowe. But their biggest fan, their mother, will not be able to attend. The brothers revealed she is currently battling cancer.
Dak Prescott, NFL team up to raise cancer awareness
Jeff Fehlis, the Executive Vice President for the American Cancer Society, sits down to talk about the Crucial Catch campaign happening across the NFL.
Jeff Fehlis, the Executive Vice President for the American Cancer Society, sits down to talk about the Crucial Catch campaign happening across the NFL.
Breast cancer survivors share strength in dragon boats
A remarkable group of women share strength and support at White Rock Lake in Dallas. All are breast cancer survivors who shared a special event with FOX 4 photojournalist Chris Ivey.
A remarkable group of women share strength and support at White Rock Lake in Dallas. All are breast cancer survivors who shared a special event with FOX 4 photojournalist Chris Ivey.
North Texas women team up to 'make chemo bearable' with gift bags for chemo patients
Two North Texas women drawn together by personal and family experience with breast cancer have collaborated to spread a little joy to others taking chemotherapy. They want to help people during their treatments that can cause them to be very sick while fighting the disease.
Two North Texas women drawn together by personal and family experience with breast cancer have collaborated to spread a little joy to others taking chemotherapy. They want to help people during their treatments that can cause them to be very sick while fighting the disease.
Aspartame sweetener used in Diet Coke, some chewing gum, may be deemed 'possibly carcinogenic': Report
Aspartame – one of the most common artificial sweeteners in the world – is slated to be declared a possible carcinogen by the World Health Organization's (WHO) cancer research agency next month, according to a report.
Aspartame – one of the most common artificial sweeteners in the world – is slated to be declared a possible carcinogen by the World Health Organization's (WHO) cancer research agency next month, according to a report.
Vaccines could be next big advance in cancer treatment
After decades of limited success, scientists say research has reached a turning point, with many predicting more vaccines will be out in five years.
After decades of limited success, scientists say research has reached a turning point, with many predicting more vaccines will be out in five years.
Shannen Doherty, '90210' star, reveals cancer has spread to her brain in emotional video
The "Beverly Hills, 90210" star shared videos of her undergoing a CT scan and finding out her cancer had spread. "The turmoil….. the timing of it all…. This is what cancer can look like."
The "Beverly Hills, 90210" star shared videos of her undergoing a CT scan and finding out her cancer had spread. "The turmoil….. the timing of it all…. This is what cancer can look like."
Shortage of chemotherapy drugs in U.S. leaves doctors to make tough decisions
Lawmakers say the country is only using half of its drug manufacturing capacity right now.
Lawmakers say the country is only using half of its drug manufacturing capacity right now.
Dermatologists discover world’s smallest skin cancer
Dermatologists say a tiny spot was discovered on a patient's cheek measuring just 0.65 millimeters or 0.025 inches.
Dermatologists say a tiny spot was discovered on a patient's cheek measuring just 0.65 millimeters or 0.025 inches.
Groundbreaking vaccine trial aims to prevent cancers associated with Lynch syndrome
Lynch syndrome affects 1 in 279 individuals, or an estimated 1.1 million people in the United States.
Lynch syndrome affects 1 in 279 individuals, or an estimated 1.1 million people in the United States.
Regular mammograms for women should start at 40, not 50, US health panel recommends
A federal task force is recommending that women start getting every-other-year mammograms at age 40 instead of waiting until 50.
A federal task force is recommending that women start getting every-other-year mammograms at age 40 instead of waiting until 50.
North Texan helps raise awareness, funds for breast cancer research in memory of her daughter
Diann Smith is a health care executive and breast cancer survivor. Her daughter, Deetra Horne, began the same battle with breast cancer four years later. Her outcome, however, was not the same.
Diann Smith is a health care executive and breast cancer survivor. Her daughter, Deetra Horne, began the same battle with breast cancer four years later. Her outcome, however, was not the same.
April is Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month
April is esophageal cancer awareness month and Prakash Gatta, M.D. from Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth explains symptoms and why early detection is key to improving your survival rate.
April is esophageal cancer awareness month and Prakash Gatta, M.D. from Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth explains symptoms and why early detection is key to improving your survival rate.
Skin Cancer: Dr. Biden's recent surgery and what you need to know
Skin cancer is top of mind after Dr. Jill Biden had Mohs surgery to remove a basal cell carcinoma. Texas Health Dallas physician Dr. Thornwell Parker III explains her diagnosis, and breaks down what you need to do to fight skin cancers.
Skin cancer is top of mind after Dr. Jill Biden had Mohs surgery to remove a basal cell carcinoma. Texas Health Dallas physician Dr. Thornwell Parker III explains her diagnosis, and breaks down what you need to do to fight skin cancers.
US cancer death rate has fallen 33% since 1991, report says
The American Cancer Society credited the overall decline to less smoking, advances in treatment, and other factors. Still, one form of cancer has increased in recent years.
The American Cancer Society credited the overall decline to less smoking, advances in treatment, and other factors. Still, one form of cancer has increased in recent years.
Tennis legend Martina Navratilova diagnosed with two forms of cancer
Tennis legend Martina Navratilova revealed she has been diagnosed with throat and breast cancer. "It’s going to stink for a while, but I’ll fight with all I have got," she said.
Tennis legend Martina Navratilova revealed she has been diagnosed with throat and breast cancer. "It’s going to stink for a while, but I’ll fight with all I have got," she said.