Every year, about 18, 000 Americans get diagnosed with oropharyngeal cancer. This type of head and neck cancer is more common in people ages 50 to 80. But now, it’s affecting younger folks because it can be linked to the human papillomavirus (HPV). A British surgeon who works on head, neck, and thy
On her 60th birthday, Vice President Kamala Harris visited New Birth Missionary Baptist Church in Stonecrest, Georgia. She spoke at the service as part of the "Souls to the Polls" campaign, encouraging Black churchgoers to vote. Pastor Jamal Bryant praised Harris as a leader and expressed support fo
Colon cancer in young adults is a growing concern. Researchers noticed that these cases are often diagnosed at later stages and are more aggressive. Obesity, family history, inflammatory bowel disease, and symptoms like stomach pain and rectal bleeding seem to be linked. A study looked at nearly 319
Breast cancer can strike anyone, but it's especially tough for women who struggle with health disparities. That's why the hair care brand Thank God It's Natural, or tgin, is doing something about it. The brand was founded by Chris-Tia Donaldson, who battled breast cancer for six years before passing
You might remember Wanda Dench, the grandma who sent a Thanksgiving invite to the wrong number back in 2016. She made a surprising announcement this year. Turns out, she's been battling breast cancer. Wanda accidentally sent that text to Jamal Hinton many years ago. Despite the mix-up, they've beco
Imagine sitting at home, ready for the latest weather report, and then suddenly getting a life lesson. That's what happened when ABC weatherman Sam Champion shared his personal story on "Good Morning America. " He talked about his recent diagnosis of nodular basal cell carcinoma, a type of skin canc
Cancer is tough on everyone – patients, their loved ones, and even employers. It takes a toll on health, emotions, and wallets. A recent study showed that half of cancer patients struggle with medical debt, some owing over $5, 000 for a year or more. Many people empty their savings just two years po
Doctors have found a game-changer for locally advanced cervical cancer. A new study showed that adding a six-week chemotherapy course before standard treatment can significantly increase survival rates. The trial involved patients from different countries, divided into two groups. One group received
Elisabeth Finch, who once worked on the popular TV show ‘Grey’s Anatomy,’ has come clean about lying. She admitted to making up stories about her health and personal life while on the job. A new docuseries called ‘Anatomy of Lies’ on Peacock is based on these lies. It started with a story from Vanit
Serena Williams, known for her dominance on the tennis court, recently faced a health issue that's got fans paying attention. In May, she underwent an MRI and was diagnosed with a lump, which turned out to be a branchial cleft cyst. This might sound like a mouthful, but it's actually a common birth
