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cancer

Oral Sex and Oral Cancer: What's the Link?

October 22, 2024

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

politics

Kamala Harris: A Birthday Visit to a Black Church in Atlanta

October 21, 2024

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

health

Young Adults Face Later-Stage Colon Cancer

October 18, 2024

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

health

The Hair Care Brand Fighting Breast Cancer

October 18, 2024

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

lifestyle

Grandma's Thanksgiving Friend Reveals Cancer Fight

October 18, 2024

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

health

Weatherman Sam Champion Opens Up About His Cancer Battle

October 18, 2024

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

health

Cancer's Financial Burden: How Early Detection Can Help

October 18, 2024

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

health

New Chemo Plan Boosts Cervical Cancer Survival

October 17, 2024

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

entertainment

A Former ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Writer’s Confession

October 16, 2024

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

health

Serena Williams' Unexpected Health Challenge: Unveiling Branchial Cysts

October 16, 2024

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