Unexpected cost of diagnostic mammograms
Kristen Hoffman fought breast cancer a year ago. Now she's battling her insurance company to pay for her mammograms. Anna Werner explains.
Breast Cancer
Breast cancer survivor fights insurance company
Mammograms can save lives, but CBS News has learned in some cases, insurance companies are refusing to cover them – even for breast cancer survivors. We heard from hundreds of women who told us they could not afford the follow-up tests their doctors had ordered, like additional mammograms, ultrasounds and MRIs. Anna Werner reports.
Cardio-oncology field fights heart disease
One in eight American women will develop breast cancer in their lifetime. But the aggressive treatment many relay on to save lives can sometimes cause hearty problems years after treatment. Dr. Tara Narula explains.
Cardio-oncology targets breast cancer patients' risk
There may be unintended consequences of breast cancer treatment. More than 3.8 million breast cancer survivors live in the U.S. Recent advancements in early detection and treatment have saved many lives, but those treatments may also increase a woman’s risk of cardiovascular disease. Cardiologist Dr. Tara Narula reports.
Dogs and bone cancer
Comparative oncology, a rapidly-growing field of cancer research, pairs veterinarians with human doctors in the fight against cancer. Because certain cancers in dogs and people share striking similarities, the hope is that a new treatment for dogs, if successful, could be applied to people, too. Susan Spencer reports.
Impact of "Murphy Brown" on breast cancer screenings
In this web exclusive, star and executive producer Candice Bergen and series creator Diane English talk with correspondent Lee Cowan about the impact their comedy "Murphy Brown" had when its lead character faced breast cancer.
Olivia Newton-John: Enjoying life is part of healing process
The English-Australian superstar who just turned 71 is battling breast cancer for the third time. But in this preview of an interview for "CBS Sunday Morning" to be broadcast September 29, Olivia Newton-John tells "CBS This Morning" co-host Gayle King that, while the pain can be unbearable, her spirit remains unshakable.
Jessie J diagnosed with early breast cancer, says she'll undergo surgery
U.K. pop singer Jessie J announced her breast cancer diagnosis in a video on Instagram, saying she learned of it before her new single "No Secrets" was released.
New study released on breast cancer research
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, consistent breast cancer screenings such as mammograms can reduce deaths by 26%. A new study compared various types of scans on dense breasts and found that mammography enhanced with iodine-based dye can detect three times as many invasive cancers. Dr. Fiona J. Gilbert joins "The Daily Report" to discuss her study.
Oprah Winfrey selects Tina Knowles' "Matriarch" for latest book club pick
Oprah Winfrey has named "Matriarch" by Tina Knowles as her latest book club selection. The memoir shares Knowles' personal journey from growing up in segregated Texas to raising music icons Beyoncé and Solange.
Tina Knowles on Stage 1 breast cancer diagnosis
Tina Knowles, mother of Beyoncé and Solange, spoke to "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King about her Stage 1 breast cancer diagnosis and how her daughters Beyoncé and Solange, niece Angie Beyincé, and bonus daughter Kelly Rowland have supported her throughout the process.
Alarming trend highlights American Cancer Society's annual report
The American Cancer Society's annual trend report is out with some mixed results.
New report on women cancer rates
The American Cancer Society finds cancer rates are increasing in women, surpassing men in some cases. Dr. Celine Gounder, CBS News medical contributor, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss these troubling trends and their implications.
Rising cancer rates in young women: Report
While a new report from the American Cancer Society showed an overall drop in U.S. cancer deaths, it also highlighted an uptick in the number of young women being diagnosed with the disease. Dr. Larry Norton, breast medical oncologist at the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Rise in breast cancer among younger women
New research reveals breast cancer rates are increasing faster among younger women than any other group. Elaine Quijano reports on the findings.
The Uplift: An adaptable dog
A dog wows onlookers by walking around town on his two hind legs — but it's not a trick, it's an adaptation. A woman decks out her house in eye-catching decorations each October, not for Halloween but for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Plus, more heartwarming stories.
Researching Reiki therapy and breast cancer
Treatments like chemotherapy and radiation are critical for patients fighting breast cancer, now new research is looking at how one mind-body therapy could help. CBS News' Jarred Hill has more.
Doctor on breast cancer, mammograms
According to breastcancer.org, one in eight women in the U.S. will develop breast cancer at some point in their lifetime. However, the type is considered one of the most curable cancers if caught early. Chief of breast surgery at New York Presbyterian Medical Center Dr. Roshni Rao answers common questions this Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Neighbors bond over breast cancer journeys as rates rise among AAPI women
New data shows the breast cancer rate is growing each year in women under 50, with the highest increase in Asian American and Pacific Islander women.
"The Office" star Jenna Fischer reveals breast cancer diagnosis, treatment
"The Office" actress Jenna Fischer on Tuesday revealed that she was diagnosed with breast cancer last year but is now cancer-free after receiving treatment.
3 reasons behind the rise in breast cancer, including some you can control
There's a troubling rise in breast cancer in women under the age of 50, an American Cancer Society report shows, but there are things you can do to help lower your risk.
New report shows spike in breast cancer rates
A new American Cancer Society report reveals that breast cancer rates in women under 50 have risen by 1.4% annually since 2012, double the rate seen in older women. Asian American and Pacific Islander women have experienced the largest increase since 2000. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to talk about the concerning trends.
Ohio man's Halloween display becomes source of joy to cancer patient
Bill Pyles' Halloween display in Oxford, Ohio, often resulted in a steady stream of hate mail from angry neighbors.
She skipped a routine screening. Doctors found 2 types of cancer
Morgen Chesonis-Gonzalez thought she would be fine skipping her yearly mammogram - but a persistent pain convinced her otherwise.
Stark study on Black women and breast cancer
A new study from Massachusetts General Hospital shows Black women have a higher risk of dying from breast cancer than white women with the data suggesting systemic racism is partially to blame. CBS News reporter Stephanie Stahl has more.
Hegseth won't commit to releasing video of second strike on alleged drug boat
"We're reviewing the process, and we'll see," Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said.
Supreme Court to hear major test of presidential power in case over FTC firing
President Trump's efforts to reshape the executive branch and flex his presidential power are set to be tested at the Supreme Court on Monday.
Winter weather alerts to impact 18 million people across West and Midwest
Winter storms are forecast to bring heavy snows and bitter winds across the regions.
Trump's birthday added to list of free days at national parks; MLK Day, Juneteenth removed
The change to the schedule comes shortly after the Trump administration announced new fees for non-resident visitors.
Trump calls on Baseball Hall of Fame to admit Roger Clemens
The 63-year-old Roger Clemens has been accused of using performance-enhancing drugs, which he has denied.
Apparent coup attempt in Benin thwarted, interior minister says
Earlier Sunday, a group of soldiers appeared on Benin's state TV to announce the dissolution of the government in an apparent coup, the latest of many in West Africa.
Prominent U.S. playwright arrested in Japan for alleged ecstasy smuggling
Japanese officials said Jeremy O Harris, known for his Tony-nominated "Slave Play" and his role in the series "Emily in Paris," was arrested on the island of Okinawa on Nov. 16.
"Family of Spies": Christine Kuehn discovers her grandfather's Nazi past
In 1994 Christine Kuehn received a letter that revealed a family history from which her father had tried to shield her: Christine's grandfather, Otto, was a Nazi spy who was the only person tried and convicted for the bombing of Pearl Harbor.
Michael Annett, former NASCAR racing star, dies at 39
Michael Annett won the Xfinity Series' season-opening race at Daytona International Speedway in 2019.