Health March 17 4 troubling cancer trends you must know about in 2025 The American Cancer Society’s annual cancer trends report revealed some findings that are worrying oncologists. Experts discuss what stood out to them.
Health March 15 Deadly cancer type linked to obesity and high stress levels Pancreatic cancer, one of the deadliest types of the disease, has been linked to obesity and higher stress levels, a new UCLA study found. Doctors share how to reduce the risk.
Health February 20 Experimental vaccine for common cancer shows potential in clinical trial A Memorial Sloan Kettering phase 1 clinical trial revealed an immune response in some pancreatic cancer patients. Study co-author Dr. Vinod Balachandran talks about the impact on future cancer care.
Health January 16 Cancer death rates decline yet new diagnoses spike for some groups, says report Cancer diagnoses are expected to exceed two million in 2025, with approximately 618,120 deaths predicted, according to the American Cancer Society’s annual cancer trends report.
Cancer December 4 Pancreatic cancer patient survival doubled with high dose of common vitamin, study finds Researchers at the University of Iowa found that adding high-dose IV vitamin C to chemotherapy helped increase survival in pancreatic cancer patients. Study author Dr. Cullen and oncologists discuss.
POLITICS July 20 Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee has passed away after battle with pancreatic cancer Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, D-Texas, has died at the age of 74 following a battle with pancreatic cancer. She leaves behind her husband and two children.
POLITICS June 3 Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee says she has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer Texas Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee said she has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and asked her constituents to keep her in their prayers as she undergoes treatment.
HEALTH March 23, 2024 Newly approved cancer drug targets aggressive form of ‘deadly disease’ A new drug regimen for certain types of pancreatic cancer recently got approval from the FDA — the first new medication in nearly a decade. Physicians weigh in on what it means.
LIFESTYLE March 6, 2024 On this day in history, March 6, 2019, Alex Trebek shares cancer diagnosis with the world Longtime TV game show host Alex Trebek — who had been hosting "Jeopardy!" since 1984 — announced on this day in history, March 6, 2019, that he was battling stage 4 pancreatic cancer.
Faith August 16, 2023 Thousands attend memorial service for Timothy Keller, beloved Christian pastor: He was 'full of Jesus' Dr. Timothy Keller, the pastor and best-selling writer who died in May, was memorialized and honored by thousands of faithful friends and family Tuesday in Manhattan.
ENTERTAINMENT August 10, 2023 Maria Menounos reflects on cancer battle, health struggles: 'I pray all of it is behind us' Maria Menounos shared her gratitude after battling health and personal challenges over the past few years. The new mom also shared an update on her baby daughter Athena.
HEALTH May 18, 2023 AI shown to predict risk of pancreatic cancer well before symptoms appear Scientists have found that artificial intelligence could be an effective tool in predicting pancreatic cancer before a single symptom appears, per a study published in Nature Medicine.
ENTERTAINMENT April 29, 2023 Patrick Swayze's widow Lisa Niemi recalls first signs of his pancreatic cancer: 'I’m continuing his fight' Patrick Swayze's widow Lisa Niemi Swayze remembers the actor's first symptoms of pancreatic cancer. The "Dirty Dancing" star died from the disease at the age of 57 in 2009.
HEALTH February 24, 2023 Could a urine test detect pancreatic and prostate cancer? Study shows 99% success rate A simple urine test could detect pancreatic and prostate cancer with up to a 99% rate of accuracy, says a new study from the Korea Institute of Materials Science. Other experts weigh in.
SPORTS January 13, 2023 Robbie Knievel, American daredevil and son of Evel Knievel, dead at 60 Robbie Knievel, daredevil and son of Evel Knievel, died Friday morning after battling pancreatic cancer, his family confirmed to The Associated Press.
Departed October 26, 2022 'Schitt's Creek' executive producer Ben Feigin dead at 47 Ben Feigin, who was an executive producer instrumental in the success of "Schitt's Creek," died Monday at age 47, a representative for his company confirmed.
HEALTH January 13, 2022 Lung cancer mortality, incidence fell ahead of COVID-19 pandemic: report The American Cancer Society (ACS) in a new report said lung cancer incidence and mortality were declining.
CANCER November 5, 2021 Experimental drug boosts immunotherapy treatment of pancreatic cancer in mice An experimental drug helped boost effectiveness of immunotherapy treatment against pancreatic cancer in mice, according to a recent study published this week in the Journal for Immuno Therapy of Cancer
Alex Trebek August 21, 2020 ‘Jeopardy!’ host Alex Trebek's wife reveals moment she knew something was 'off' before his cancer diagnosis “Jeopardy!” host Alex Trebek’s wife was the first person to spot this one symptom in her husband, which later led to his cancer diagnosis.
Congress July 11, 2020 Rep. John Lewis 'resting comfortably at home,' chief of staff says, after rumors of his death circulated Reports of Georgia Rep. John Lewis’s death that briefly circulated the Internet Saturday are inaccurate, Fox News has confirmed.
Alex Trebek January 2, 2020 Alex Trebek’s wife Jean reveals hardest part of his cancer battle: ‘When I see him in pain, I can’t help’ Alex Trebek and his wife of nearly 30 years, Jean, are speaking out about his battle with stage 4 pancreatic cancer.
Georgia December 29, 2019 Rep. John Lewis diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer Georgia Rep. John Lewis, a longtime congressman and civil rights leader, announced Sunday he's undergoing treatment for stage 4 pancreatic cancer.
Alex Trebek October 30, 2019 'Jeopardy!' host Alex Trebek records pancreatic cancer PSA: 'I wish I had known sooner' In a minute-long video, Jeopardy host Alex Trebek said he wished he had known sooner that his persistent stomach pain was a symptom of the disease.
OPINION October 9, 2019 Paul Batura: What is courage? Alex Trebek continues to show us the answer as he battles cancer We live in a world that often seems allergic to suffering. Only a fool encourages it — but it’s truly the wise like Trebek who embrace it.
Alex Trebek September 18, 2019 Alex Trebek has Dr. Oz in his corner as 'Jeopardy' host battles pancreatic cancer As Alex Trebek continues his battle with pancreatic cancer, Dr. Mehmet Oz offers words of encouragement to his friend.
Alex Trebek September 17, 2019 Alex Trebek undergoing more chemotherapy after 'Jeopardy!' return Roughly a week after he triumphantly returned to "Jeopardy!," Alex Trebek revealed he's undergoing another round of chemotherapy after he was diagnosed earlier this year with pancreatic cancer.
Fox News Flash August 24, 2019 Dr. Marc Siegel praises Ginsburg as 'fighter' amid latest cancer battle Fox News contributor Dr. Marc Siegel praised Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg's fighting spirit on Friday, saying that he thought her toughness would help her battle her pancreatic cancer.
Jeopardy June 19, 2019 ‘Jeopardy!’ champ James Holzhauer donates to pancreatic cancer charity walk in Trebek's honor James Holzhauer is making a special donation to a walk in Illinois to raise money to find a cure for the same type of cancer that afflicts “Jeopardy!” host Alex Trebek.
Celebrity News March 14, 2019 Alex Trebek thanks supporters for well-wishes following pancreatic cancer diagnosis “Jeopardy!” host Alex Trebek said thank you to his supporters on Thursday, describing himself as “a lucky guy,” following an outpouring of messages he said he’s received in the wake of his stage 4 pancreatic cancer diagnosis.
Alex Trebek March 12, 2019 Pancreatic cancer survivor pens open letter to 'Jeopardy!' host Alex Trebek: 'Go kick cancer's butt' A stage 4 pancreatic cancer survivor’s open letter to “Jeopardy!” host Alex Trebek has gone viral after the married mother-of-two urged the 78-year-old to “go kick cancer’s butt.”
