Small study of rectal cancer treatment brings every single patient into remission
Every single rectal cancer patient with a certain mutation entered remission after receiving the experimental immunotherapy drug in a small clinical trial.
Marnie Schulenburg, 'As the World Turns' star, dies at 37
Marnie Schulenburg, known for her roles on "As the World Turns" and the reboot of "One Life to Live," died after stage 4 metastatic breast cancer complications.
Biden aims to cut cancer deaths by 50% over next 25 years with moonshot initiative
President Joe Biden is relaunching his “Cancer Moonshot” initiative with a goal of reducing cancer deaths by 50% over the next 25 years and to ”end cancer as we know it.”
Ohio clinic launches first-ever study for preventative breast cancer vaccine
The FDA recently approved an investigational new drug application for the preventative breast cancer vaccine which entered its phase 1 trial at the Cleveland Clinic.
Breast cancer organization's annual Race for the Cure event in Detroit
This is the 30th anniversary for Michigan's largest breast cancer event. The event was hosted in-person with virtual options for participants.
A Clarkston man's 3rd cancer diagnosis isn't slowing him down
He used to work 100 hours a week before his first diagnosis. The life-altering news gave him time to reflect. And for Clarkston's Rob Atteberry, he hasn't looked back.
Scientist behind Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine says next target is cancer
The scientist who won the race to deliver the first widely used COVID-19 vaccine says the technology behind it will soon be used to fight cancer.
COVID-19’s impact on cancer care has been 'profound,' experts say, with many delaying routine screenings
A survey found many American adults aren’t keeping up with routine cancer screenings, citing fear of COVID-19 as the reason. But delays in diagnosis could lead to a spike in cancer deaths down the road.
Sk8 to elimin8 cancer at Campus Martius is closed to the public, but still raising money for a cure
Thursday night's ice show at Campus Martius is closed to the public. But while this year is different, they are still raising awareness and money.
Gilda's Club breast cancer fundraiser Bras for a Cause goes virtual, but sneak peak is Oct. 22
FOX 2's Amy Lange is emceeing from the Emerald Theatre in Mount Clemens. You can't come to the show this year so FOX 2 is bringing the show to you.
High school senior marries girlfriend after learning he has just months to live
Chase Smith, who was diagnosed with Ewing's sarcoma, recently married his high school girlfriend, Sadie, in Indiana.
Nonprofits like Children's Leukemia Foundation feeling impact of coronavirus
Those with leukemia have a suppressed and or weakened immune system. And social distancing is especially important right now.
'Mom, be brave': Daughter leaves sweet message in snow for mother battling cancer
Michele Schambach received a message in the snow from her daughter while undergoing care at the Cleveland Clinic in Ohio.
3 brothers, ages 5 and under, all diagnosed with same form of eye cancer
All three of Angie and Aaron Rush’s sons have been diagnosed with the same rare form of eye cancer, called retinoblastoma.
Shannen Doherty reveals stage 4 breast cancer diagnosis: 'It’s a bitter pill to swallow'
The “Beverly Hills, 90210” alum revealed Tuesday that her cancer has returned and is now stage four.
Two time cancer survivor loses job after emergency surgery
Matthew Cornette underwent emergency surgery earlier this month, coming home from the hospital he received devastating news from his employer.
Taco Bell makes 8-year-old with brain cancer honorary employee
There’s no minimum age requirement for having a dream.
Kids give standing ovation to 6-year-old classmate after his final chemo treatment
A little boy in Ohio received a standing ovation from his elementary school classmates after they learned he beat cancer.
Gilda's Club expanding free services with new location in Detroit
Gilda's Club Metro Detroit is expanding its free services and opening a new location in the City of Detroit.
Boy, 11, dies during Make-A-Wish trip to Mall of America
Mikey Choroszy died of terminal brain cancer while on a Make-A-Wish trip to the Mall of America.