Cancer

Hugh Jackman Wife: Star Says He Battled Skin Cancer Again, Urges Others to Use Sunscreen

The actor shared the news on Instagram once again. Hugh Jackman posted a picture of himself on Instagram with a bandage on his nose. He revealed that he battled skin cancer once again.

Drake Nothing Was the Same MP3 Not Needed: Rapper Gives Surprise Performance to Coachella Fans and Cancer Patient

‘Nothing Was The Same’ rapper Drake has been full of surprises lately.He first paid a surprise visit to his fan Kennedy Brown in Houston Texas. 15 year-old Kennedy Brown is currently battling stage four brain cancer and her dying wish was to meet Drake.

Susan Komen Pink Ribbon Breast Cancer News: Scientist Boycott the Breast Cancer Foundation for Denying Link Between Bras and Cancer

The American Cancer Society and the Susan G. Komen Foundation have landed themselves in hot water due to their omission of a scientific discovery that could help the prevention of breast cancer.According to at least five research studies and numerous healthcare providers, there may be a link between breast cancer and wearing constrictive bras for a long period time.

SELF Magazine Mocks a Cancer Survivor In Latest Magazine Issue

SELF Magazine took things too far when they posted a photo of a brain cancer survivor under their column labeled as “Lame” and made fun of the way she was dressed.

Attorneys General Call on Top U.S. Retailers to Ban Tobacco Products After CVS Anti-Smoking Policy

Following the heels of the decision by CVS Caremark Corp. to stop selling tobacco products, 28 U.S. attorneys general are pushing for the heads of five major retailers to do the same, according to "Fox News."

Latino/Hispanic Health 2014: Cancer, Diabetes and Other Afflictions [UPDATE]

Fine points regarding Latino health has been revealed in multiple studies over the last number of years, and the public has become privy to information regarding conditions and diseases that most affect the Latino community.

Man With Terminal Cancer Dedicates Last Months to Making Wife's Dreams Come True

The tale of Wales native Chris Price, 26, and his wife Ceri Johnson, 29, isn't for the faint of heart. The tragic story of Price, who was diagnosed with esophageal cancer in early 2012, has made headlines across the world.

Hispanic Paradox: Latinos Likely to Live Longer When Diagnosed with Cancer, Heart Disease, HIV/AIDS

John Ruiz, Ph.D., assistant professor at the University of North Texas, Department of Psychology, headed new research which supports the existence of the pseudo-mythical "Hispanic paradox," a debatable phenomenon where poor Latinos experience health that's comparable or better than other ethnicities. The Journal of "Endocrinology and Metabolism" published a new study about poor minority patients being more likely to be diagnosed with late-stage thyroid cancer and living longer, which supports Ruiz's finding.

Grammy Awards 2014: Gipsy Kings, Draco Rosa & La Santa Cecilia Among Winners Who Represent Longevity, Cancer Survival and Immigration Reform

While Daft Punk, Macklemore & Ryan Lewis and New Zealand teenager Lorde were among the winners who stole the show, the 56th annual Grammy Awards, there were also several notable and touching wins in the Latin categories.

Dangerous Radioactive Material was Stolen and Found in Mexico

Dangerous radioactive material, used in cancer-treating medicine, was stolen, along with the truck that was carrying the teletheraphy source containing cobalt-60. Tepojaco, a town in the central state of Hildago was the scene of the crime. The capital and six of Mexico's 31 states were put on alert on Dec. 3, and Mexican authorities were able to recover the material on Thursday of the same week, which had been abandoned in a field.

F#ck Cancer!: Campaign to Involve Young People in the Fight Against Breast Cancer

F#ck Cancer! is an ambitious campaign, and declaration, which hopes to put an end to cancer by inviting more people to join the fight. The movement was created with the intention of involving young people, and encouraging them to act against cancer, particularly breast cancer.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2013 Kicks Off: New FDA-Approved Drug Perjeta May Help in the Fight

Today kicks off National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, as efforts across the country continue to pull together to cope, combat and search for a cure for the disease that is the second most deadly form of cancer in U.S. women.

Marriage and Friendship Can Save You from Cancer, Study Says

Recent study findings reveal that marriage and friendship may actually help a cancer patient survive the illness, according to NBC News.

Robin Quivers Cancer 2013: Howard Stern Co-Host Says She's 'Cancer Free'

Today, Robin Quivers, co-host of "The Howard Stern Show" announced that she spent the past year battling cancer.

'Dancing With the Stars' Season 17 Cast Rumors: Valerie Harper, Cancer in Remission, May Join Show

Valerie Harper's cancer is reportedly in remission, and now, the star may even be a contestant in the next season of "Dancing with the Stars." The actress revealed the news in an hour-long special with NBC anchor, Meredith Vieira, which will air next month.

Leukemia Patient Denied Health Insurance Over 26 Cents

Sergio Branco nearly lost his life because of a 26 cent error that his insurance company refused to allow him to fix.

HPV Linked to Esophageal Cancer, Can Be Spread Through Oral Sex

The human papillomavirus (HPV), the virus that causes most cervical cancers, can significantly increase the risk of developing throat cancer, according to a new study published by the University of New South Wales.

Panel Recommends Lung Cancer Screenings for Smokers, Insurers to Pay

In an effort to combat one of the deadliest cancers in the world, a government task force is now recommending that patients get screened annually for lung cancer.

Talia Castellano, YouTube Make-Up Celebrity, Dead from Cancer at 13 [VIDEO]

The star had gained quite a following during her six year battle with cancer. YouTube lost one of its brightest and most inspirational stars on Tuesday.

Zach Sobiech Dies: YouTube Celebrity Dead At 18 From Bone Cancer [Video]

Sobiech was known for his inspirational battle with osteosarcoma and the songs he made to help deal with the pain.
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