Houston mayor pauses Fifth Ward relocation program for review
There was controversy at the Houston City Council meeting on Wednesday over cancer clusters in Fifth Ward and the money needed to help families move off contaminated grounds.
There was controversy at the Houston City Council meeting on Wednesday over cancer clusters in Fifth Ward and the money needed to help families move off contaminated grounds.
Houston mayor reviews cancer cluster relocation
There was controversy at the Houston City Council meeting on Wednesday over cancer clusters in Fifth Ward and the money needed to help families move off contaminated grounds. FOX 26's Political Reporter Greg Groogan tells more about why Mayor John Whitmire request for more time caused protest.
There was controversy at the Houston City Council meeting on Wednesday over cancer clusters in Fifth Ward and the money needed to help families move off contaminated grounds. FOX 26's Political Reporter Greg Groogan tells more about why Mayor John Whitmire request for more time caused protest.
Hundreds of Air Force nuclear missile workers have cancer, documents show
The Air Force is working on an official count of how many current or former missile community service members have cancer.
The Air Force is working on an official count of how many current or former missile community service members have cancer.
Wildfires may release cancer-causing chromium 6, study reveals
A recent study from Stanford University has revealed a concerning connection between wildfires and the release of chromium 6, a known cancer-causing agent.
A recent study from Stanford University has revealed a concerning connection between wildfires and the release of chromium 6, a known cancer-causing agent.
Comedian Tom Smothers, half of Smothers Brothers duo, dies at 86
Tom Smothers, half of the Smothers Brothers and the co-host of one of the most socially conscious and groundbreaking television shows in the history of the medium, has died at 86.
Tom Smothers, half of the Smothers Brothers and the co-host of one of the most socially conscious and groundbreaking television shows in the history of the medium, has died at 86.
Houston Fire Department offering free screenings as firefighters are at increased risk of developing cancer
The Houston Fire Department is using a $2 million grant to help firefighters stay healthy.
The Houston Fire Department is using a $2 million grant to help firefighters stay healthy.
Merck-Moderna vaccine with Keytruda cuts risk of skin cancer relapse or death by half, data shows
Moderna on Thursday announced that an experimental cancer vaccine it is developing with Merck — when combined with the latter’s Keytruda immunotherapy — has been proven in a clinical trial to cut the risk of recurrence or death from the "most serious form of skin cancer" by half after three years.
Moderna on Thursday announced that an experimental cancer vaccine it is developing with Merck — when combined with the latter’s Keytruda immunotherapy — has been proven in a clinical trial to cut the risk of recurrence or death from the "most serious form of skin cancer" by half after three years.
'Big Bang Theory' actress Kate Micucci diagnosed with lung cancer: 'Never smoked a cigarette in my life'
Kate Micucci shared a TikTok in which she was seen lying in a hospital bed and explained that she was recovering after undergoing lung surgery to treat the cancer.
Kate Micucci shared a TikTok in which she was seen lying in a hospital bed and explained that she was recovering after undergoing lung surgery to treat the cancer.
Brazoria County man spreads awareness about prostate cancer, importance of screenings
A man from Brazoria County is helping raise awareness about prostate cancer after becoming the seventh brother in his family to be diagnosed with it.
A man from Brazoria County is helping raise awareness about prostate cancer after becoming the seventh brother in his family to be diagnosed with it.
Lunch for the Soul - Brain cancer survivor
Mia needs your help! This precious brain cancer survivor is gathering toys to cheer up children at the cancer center at Texas Children's Hospital and hopefully, the pediatric cancer center at MD Anderson Cancer Center, if she gets enough toys.
Mia needs your help! This precious brain cancer survivor is gathering toys to cheer up children at the cancer center at Texas Children's Hospital and hopefully, the pediatric cancer center at MD Anderson Cancer Center, if she gets enough toys.
Environmental Protection Agency launches investigation to address Fifth Ward cancer cluster concerns
The agency, along with Union Pacific representatives, gave a presentation on a three-part investigation set to start in November in the Fifth Ward and Kashmere Gardens area.
The agency, along with Union Pacific representatives, gave a presentation on a three-part investigation set to start in November in the Fifth Ward and Kashmere Gardens area.
EPA updates residents on cancer cluster
Fifth Ward residents impacted by the deadly cancer cluster in their neighborhood learned about what's next to address the neighborhood concerns. They were updated on efforts made to clean up the toxic chemicals. FOX 26's Sherman Desselle reports on what was discussed.
Fifth Ward residents impacted by the deadly cancer cluster in their neighborhood learned about what's next to address the neighborhood concerns. They were updated on efforts made to clean up the toxic chemicals. FOX 26's Sherman Desselle reports on what was discussed.
Mother chooses 'chemo cut' to hair loss
A haircut became a "teachable" moment for cosmetology students in Georgia. Their client, a mother of two, wasn't trying to update her look but instead wanted to take back control after being diagnosed with breast cancer at 39. The FOX Medical Team's Beth Galvin has the mother's story.
A haircut became a "teachable" moment for cosmetology students in Georgia. Their client, a mother of two, wasn't trying to update her look but instead wanted to take back control after being diagnosed with breast cancer at 39. The FOX Medical Team's Beth Galvin has the mother's story.
5th Ward residents to meet with EPA
Fifth Ward residents impacted by the deadly cancer cluster there are gathering tonight with the EPA. They're getting updated on the efforts to clean up the toxic chemicals in their area and can ask questions about what's next. FOX 26's Sherman Desselle has a preview from the community.
Fifth Ward residents impacted by the deadly cancer cluster there are gathering tonight with the EPA. They're getting updated on the efforts to clean up the toxic chemicals in their area and can ask questions about what's next. FOX 26's Sherman Desselle has a preview from the community.
FDA may soon ban some chemical hair-straightening products over cancer risk
Chemical hair straighteners or “relaxers," which are often marketed to Black women, have been linked to a number of short-term and long-term health risks, including uterine cancer.
Chemical hair straighteners or “relaxers," which are often marketed to Black women, have been linked to a number of short-term and long-term health risks, including uterine cancer.
Houston City Council approves $5M to relocate Fifth Ward residents from cancer cluster
The funding will help relocate residents from the Fifth Ward cancer cluster, following years of community advocacy. Residents demand more accountability from Union Pacific Railroad.
The funding will help relocate residents from the Fifth Ward cancer cluster, following years of community advocacy. Residents demand more accountability from Union Pacific Railroad.
Cattle Baron's Ball raises millions in Houston with country music headliners
The Cattle Baron's Ball has raised more than $41 million in Houston through the years to help in the fight against cancer.
The Cattle Baron's Ball has raised more than $41 million in Houston through the years to help in the fight against cancer.
Enkyboy Brice Gonzalez throws first pitch to honor father on Colon Cancer Awareness Night
Enkyboys member and Houston resident Brice Gonzalez threw the ceremonial first pitch for the annual Colon Cancer Awareness Night at the Sugar Land Space Cowboys game in honor of his father who passed away.
Enkyboys member and Houston resident Brice Gonzalez threw the ceremonial first pitch for the annual Colon Cancer Awareness Night at the Sugar Land Space Cowboys game in honor of his father who passed away.
Study: Increase in cancer in young people
A new study reveals a startling 79 percent surge in new cancer cases among people under the age of 50. FOX's Sharon Crowley spoke to doctors about the trend.
A new study reveals a startling 79 percent surge in new cancer cases among people under the age of 50. FOX's Sharon Crowley spoke to doctors about the trend.
Humble teacher, cancer fighter touts new state law to help patients
Michelle Cappel is raising awareness about an important test she believes can help save cancer patient's lives, and her advocacy helped put new laws into place to make sure everyone in Texas has that option.
Michelle Cappel is raising awareness about an important test she believes can help save cancer patient's lives, and her advocacy helped put new laws into place to make sure everyone in Texas has that option.