Exercise lowers the risk of breast cancer, studies show
Research suggests exercise could lower the risk of developing breast cancer.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Johnson and Johnson is recalling most of its Neutrogena and Aveeno brand spray sunscreens after finding a cancer-causing chemical in some samples.
US death rates fall for lung cancer, melanoma, report says
U.S. death rates from many types of cancer continued to decline, mostly in deaths from lung cancer and melanoma, according to a new report published Thursday.
U.S. death rates from many types of cancer continued to decline, mostly in deaths from lung cancer and melanoma, according to a new report published Thursday.
Man journeying a 15K mile road trip to honor daughter he lost to cancer makes a stop in Houston
A man is journeying on a 15,000-mile road trip across the U.S. in memory of his daughter, whom he sadly lost to a rare form of bile duct cancer.
A man is journeying on a 15,000-mile road trip across the U.S. in memory of his daughter, whom he sadly lost to a rare form of bile duct cancer.
National Cancer Survivor's Day: Warrior shares her story
Cancer is perhaps the biggest battle one can face. And this Sunday is National Cancer Survivor's Day - a day to celebrate the warriors. And give hope to those recently diagnosed. Cynthia Hayes tells FOX 26 Houston about her journey.
Cancer is perhaps the biggest battle one can face. And this Sunday is National Cancer Survivor's Day - a day to celebrate the warriors. And give hope to those recently diagnosed. Cynthia Hayes tells FOX 26 Houston about her journey.
Breast cancer pill shows benefit in certain hard-to-treat cases
A pill used for breast cancer has been shown to help treat certain early-stage, hard-to-treat cases. It was studied in patients with BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutations.
A pill used for breast cancer has been shown to help treat certain early-stage, hard-to-treat cases. It was studied in patients with BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutations.
Don't Fry Day: Doctors encourage sun safety
This Memorial Day weekend kicks off the unofficial start to summer, and a doctor urges you to protect your skin, not only in the summer but all year long.
This Memorial Day weekend kicks off the unofficial start to summer, and a doctor urges you to protect your skin, not only in the summer but all year long.
Health Task Force lowers age for colon cancer screenings to 45
Americans are being urged to get colon cancer screenings earlier than they may expect. Our Melissa Wilson speaks to Dr. George Chang, Chair of Colon and Rectal Surgery at M D. Anderson Cancer Center to learn more.
Americans are being urged to get colon cancer screenings earlier than they may expect. Our Melissa Wilson speaks to Dr. George Chang, Chair of Colon and Rectal Surgery at M D. Anderson Cancer Center to learn more.