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.
Couple battling cancer both die on same day
Steve and Wendy Hawkins of South Dakota passed away in a local hospital.
Steve and Wendy Hawkins of South Dakota passed away in a local hospital.
Screenings only detect 14% of cancer cases, study suggests
Researchers in Chicago conducted a study highlighting the importance of recommended cancer screenings and early detection to improve survival rates.
Researchers in Chicago conducted a study highlighting the importance of recommended cancer screenings and early detection to improve survival rates.
‘It was my home’: Pediatric cancer survivor returns for wedding photo shoot at hospital that cured her
Riley Wagner, the bride, basically lived at Children’s Medical Center Dallas after she was diagnosed with stage 4 neuroblastoma at just 6 weeks old.
Riley Wagner, the bride, basically lived at Children’s Medical Center Dallas after she was diagnosed with stage 4 neuroblastoma at just 6 weeks old.
Actress Kirstie Alley dies at 71 after 'battle with cancer'
According to family, the actress died following a “battle with cancer” and was "surrounded by her closest family."
According to family, the actress died following a “battle with cancer” and was "surrounded by her closest family."
Experimental cancer vaccine shows promising results in animal studies, NIH researchers find
The study found the vaccine boosted the number of cytotoxic T cells capable of infiltrating and attacking tumor cells.
The study found the vaccine boosted the number of cytotoxic T cells capable of infiltrating and attacking tumor cells.
Watch: Girl, 9, cries tears of joy as mother reveals she's cancer-free
Earlier this year, Leeanne O’Donoghue was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer and underwent weeks of treatment — which she said had been "soul-destroying" for her kids.
Earlier this year, Leeanne O’Donoghue was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer and underwent weeks of treatment — which she said had been "soul-destroying" for her kids.
Foods To Fight Cancer
Dietitian Caroline Susie breaks down the foods you should avoid and what you should eat to improve your health.
Dietitian Caroline Susie breaks down the foods you should avoid and what you should eat to improve your health.
Midlothian ISD honors football coach who died after cancer battle
The Midlothian community honored the life of a beloved football coach who lost his battle with cancer last weekend. Clif White was just 37 years old and had suffered from a rare form of cancer for several months.
The Midlothian community honored the life of a beloved football coach who lost his battle with cancer last weekend. Clif White was just 37 years old and had suffered from a rare form of cancer for several months.