Just one drink a day may increase the risk of dying from numerous cancers
Alcohol may play a greater role in death from numerous types of cancers in the United States than previously known, according to a new study.
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Life after cancer treatment is different. So are the health needs.
Nearly 10 years after Kara Kenan of North Carolina finished treatment for advanced breast cancer, her routine bloodwork revealed an increased level of an enzyme called alkaline phosphatase. Kenan’s primary care doctor didn’t think that was important, so he ordered no further tests. But Kenan, who directs marketing for the advocacy group Cancer Nation, knew
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Gen Z is least likely to believe cancer can be prevented. Many don't know basic screenings exist.
Gen Z adults are at the stage when lifelong habits start to take shape. They’re launching careers, reflecting on their values, and building relationships and routines. They’re also navigating messages about beauty standards that sometimes oppose the needs of their long-term health. Case in point: the “tanmaxxing” trend found on social media. “Ain’t no
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White House chief of staff Susie Wiles announces she is cancer free
By Alejandra Jaramillo, CNN (CNN) — White House chief of staff Susie Wiles announced Wednesday that she is cancer free, sharing the news in a post on social media and thanking President Donald Trump for his support throughout her treatment. “Some personal news I’m grateful to share. After a medical appointment at the Mayo Clinic
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Just one drink a day may increase the risk of dying from numerous cancers
By Sandee LaMotte, CNN (CNN) — Alcohol may play a greater role in death from numerous types of cancers in the United States than previously known, according to a new study. “While it’s true that overall cancer mortality has declined, we found the percentage of cancer deaths proportionally attributable to alcohol rose over 58% in
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Tyler Mane, ‘X-Men’ star and former pro wrestler, says he has ‘super-rare’ breast cancer
By Lianne Kolirin, CNN (CNN) — “X-Men” actor Tyler Mane has revealed that he has a “super rare” form of breast cancer. Mane, who appeared as Sabretooth in the 2000 movie, revealed in a post on Instagram that he has been diagnosed with the condition predominantly associated with women. The 59-year-old former pro wrestler, who
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Vanessa Trump reveals she has been diagnosed with breast cancer
By Aleena Fayaz, CNN (CNN) — Vanessa Trump, the ex-wife of Donald Trump Jr., and mother of five announced Wednesday she has been diagnosed with breast cancer. “While this isn’t news anyone expects, I’m working closely with my medical team on a treatment plan,” Trump posted on Instagram Wednesday. She said she underwent a medical
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Global breast cancer cases expected to reach over 3.5 million by 2050
By Asuka Koda, CNN (CNN) — Breast cancer is the most diagnosed cancer among women globally, and the number of cases worldwide is estimated to reach over 3.5 million by 2050, new research has found. In high-income countries, decades of investment in screening, early detection and treatment drove a nearly 30% decline in breast cancer
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Common food preservatives linked to cancer and type 2 diabetes
By Sandee LaMotte, CNN (CNN) — Common preservatives used to keep food safe and extend shelf life may be linked to a higher risk of several cancers and type 2 diabetes, according to two new studies from France. “These are very important findings for preservatives that are not only widely used in the French and
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Top reasons why most Americans avoid getting their check-ups
Did you know 90% of Americans put off check-ups or recommended screenings that could help identify and treat serious illness early? Aflac’s 2025 Wellness Matters Survey reveals what’s making Americans hesitate to get wellness exams — and who avoids them most.
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Riding with resilience – one woman’s journey with metastatic breast cancer
Texas native Paula Bartuska loves riding her motorcycle. She enjoys unwinding in nature and spending time with family at their cabin. But her life hasn’t been easy, and she doesn’t take these moments of joy for granted. When she was 31, Bartuska felt a lump in her breast. Despite her young age, a biopsy revealed she had early-stage ductal carcinoma, a type of breast cancer.
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Diagnosed with advanced ovarian cancer? Learn why HRD testing may help guide your care.
A diagnosis of advanced ovarian cancer can feel overwhelming, emotionally, physically and mentally. There are many decisions to make, and one empowering way to take control is to understand as much as possible about your specific tumor.
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Family matters: Why genetic cancer testing is important
When someone in your family is diagnosed with cancer, it can raise questions. Is it a coincidence, or is there something that runs in the family that makes others more likely to get it too? For Jodi, whose mother was diagnosed with cancer at the age of 51, and whose maternal grandfather was diagnosed with the same disease at 55, those questions were top of mind from a young age. Her family history instilled a fear of the unknown — was she at elevated risk too?
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The slow, powerful work of bridging the women’s health gap
When Carolyn Thomas suffered her first heart attack in 2008, she was in her fifties, a distance runner and as fit as can be. Yet the doctor in the ER diagnosed her with acid reflux, sent her home without treatment and told her she simply needed to rest.
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Jessie J postpones tour, saying she’s having more surgery after breast cancer diagnosis
By Issy Ronald, CNN British singer Jessie J has announced she must undergo a second surgery after being diagnosed with breast cancer, forcing her to postpone her upcoming tour. “Unfortunately, I have to have a second surgery, nothing too serious, but it has to be done before the end of the year, and unfortunately that
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How one controversial study shaped 20 years of menopause care
Hone Health reports that the controversial 2002 WHI study misled menopause care, linking HRT to breast cancer and causing treatment declines.
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Olivia Munn, who has been open about her breast cancer journey, says her mom was diagnosed, too
By Alli Rosenbloom, CNN (CNN) — Olivia Munn has for more than a year been speaking out about the importance of a breast cancer risk assessment test that helped lead to her diagnosis in 2023, and she has now shared that the same test also led to her mother’s breast cancer diagnosis. Munn said in
Continue ReadingAnanda Lewis, former MTV VJ who shared breast cancer journey, has died at 52
CNN By Alli Rosenbloom, CNN (CNN) — Ananda Lewis, a former MTV VJ who connected a generation of music fans to their favorite celebrities on the music network, has died. She was 52. The news was confirmed by her sister Lakshmi Emory, who posted a tribute on Facebook. No further details were available. CNN has
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Jessie J says she’s been diagnosed with breast cancer
By Lianne Kolirin, CNN (CNN) — British singer Jessie J has said she’s been diagnosed with breast cancer. The star, 37, said that she will soon undergo surgery, though she was keen to stress that the cancer has been caught early. The “Price Tag” singer, whose real name is Jessica Ellen Cornish, broke the news
Continue ReadingTina Knowles was diagnosed with breast cancer after missing a mammogram
By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Tina Knowles wants women to stay on top of their mammogram appointments. In an interview with People, Knowles revealed she was diagnosed with stage 1 breast cancer in her left breast last July. She told the publication that doctors made the discover soon after she and her daughter,
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