Mayo Clinic developing blood test that can spot more than 50 types of cancer
Galleri, which is not covered by insurance, costs $949 and must be ordered by a licensed health care provider.
Margarita taste-off this weekend to benefit children with cancer
The 13th Annual Margarita Taste-Off benefitting Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Family Alliance is Sunday.
Astros player and his wife turning the baseball diamond into a field of dreams
When it comes to the Astros, what if I tell you we already know who the winner is even before the final game? How you might ask? Well, in this Positively Houston, we are happy to announce the winners are all of the Houstonians on the receiving end of the many charities the Astros players and their wives contribute to.
NIH: Routine genetic testing of some newborns’ siblings for cancers could cut deaths
Routine screenings for common childhood cancers could also save nearly $17,000 per year for each year of life gained among siblings of children who carry certain genetic mutations, the NIH said.
Breast cancer patient changes career to help patients like her, with lymphedema
Many people have been reinventing themselves during the pandemic, but it was a diagnosis of breast cancer that prompted a local woman to make a big career change. Now she's helping patients with her knowing ways at TIRR Memorial Hermann in The Woodlands.
Local woman rings the end of cancer bell at a Houston Texans game
Many cancer patients get to ring a bell at the end of their cancer treatment, often surrounded by family and friends. Elizabeth Weiss got to celebrate her moment in front of tens of thousands of people, after completing four rounds of chemotherapy for breast cancer.
Exercise lowers the risk of breast cancer, studies show
Research suggests exercise could lower the risk of developing breast cancer.
'Drink Less for Your Breasts' campaign highlights cancer risk from alcohol
The “Drink Less for Your Breasts” campaign aims to bring awareness to the link between alcohol and increased breast cancer risk in women.
Breast cancer awareness: Doctor debunks common myths
Dr. Naoto Ueno with MD Anderson Cancer Center debunks some common breast cancer myths and discusses common symptoms.
White House glows pink for start of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
The White House glowed pink Friday in recognition of the start of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Art Fest celebrating children at Ronald McDonald House Charities
Childhood cancer awareness month wraps up this week, but the work to bring joy and happiness to young patients continues. The Faris Foundation celebrated this week with the kiddos at Ronald McDonald House Houston. The kids got to paint and decorate gold stars, which will become part of a bigger art installation. The Faris Foundation says it found art is the highest form of hope and healing for those who can't express themselves with words.
Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Ways to reduce risk and detect it early
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. Here are steps to take to help reduce the risk and how to detect it early.
Teen leukemia patient raises awareness of childhood cancer
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness month, and FOX 26's Melissa Wilson caught up with a young leukemia fighter, who wants to share her experience and the warning signs.
American Cancer Society opens the door of hope through their Hope Lodge
The Hope Lodge has officially opened its doors and can now bring comfort to families battling cancer and seeking treatment in Houston.
'Listen to your body,' Houston area woman raises awareness about colon cancer after being diagnosed at 39
A Houston area woman in her 30's is sharing her cancer journey after the US Preventive Services Task Force reccommended the screening age for colorectal cancer to be lowered.
'Listen to your body,' Houston area woman raises awareness about colon cancer after being diagnosed at 39
Saturday marked one year since actor Chadwick Boseman died at just 43 years old of stage four colon cancer. And a Houston area woman in her 30's is sharing her cancer journey after the US Preventive Services Task Force joined the American Cancer Society in recommending the screening age for colorectal cancer to be lowered.
Legendary FSU football coach Bobby Bowden dies at 91
Bobby Bowden announced in July he had a terminal illness that his family later said was pancreatic cancer.
College grad survives cancer and rides her bike across the country to raise awareness
A young woman from Houston who survived cancer has joined forces with a non-profit organization called Texas 4000 and is biking cross country to raise awareness and money to fight cancer.
Kathy Griffin has stage one lung cancer
Comedian Kathy Griffin says she's never smoked and that she must have half of her left lung removed now after a cancer diagnosis.
J&J recalls most Neutrogena and Aveeno spray sunscreens after finding cancer-causing chemical in some samples
Johnson and Johnson is recalling most of its Neutrogena and Aveeno brand spray sunscreens after finding a cancer-causing chemical in some samples.