A cancer diagnosis can cause out-of-pocket costs to surge, study finds
New research underscores the financial burden a cancer diagnosis can impose on patients.
Cancer
More early stage colon cancers found due to more screenings, research shows
As more people aged 45-49 are getting screened for colon cancer, more early stage diagnoses are being made, according to new research from the American Cancer Society.
More colon cancer cases detected earlier
The American Cancer Society says colonoscopies on people aged 45 to 49 increased by 43% from 2019 to 2023. The tests are finding cancer cases earlier, when they're more curable. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook explains what to know.
Why are young people getting colon cancer?
The number of colon cancer cases in U.S. adults under the age of 54 has sharply increased over the last decade, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association on Monday. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder breaks down the findings.
Study finds sharp spike in colon cancer cases
A new report from the American Cancer Society found that over a four-year period, the number of colon cancer cases among Americans ages 45 to 49 has nearly doubled. Dr. Jon LaPook has more.
Deion Sanders: "Let's stop being ashamed" about bladder cancer struggles
From dealing with a catheter to using adult diapers, University of Colorado head football coach Deion Sanders is willing to speak out about his cancer recovery.
Symptoms, treatment of bladder cancer
CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder breaks down bladder cancer symptoms and treatment after Deion Sanders recently opened up about his personal cancer battle.
Somerville woman survives 9/11, two cancers to ride first Pan-Mass Challenge
Almost 22 years after Kathy Ball-Toncic ran barefoot from the North Tower on 9/11, she was diagnosed with breast cancer.
Study: You might not need 10K steps daily
While a common belief is that 10,000 steps per day is the optimal number to hit, a new study published in the Lancet Public Health journal suggests something different. Katherine Owen, biostatistician at the University of Sydney, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Woman thought she had a pulled muscle working out. It was a rare cancer.
Jennifer Frederick didn't understand why she had a growing lump under her skin. A doctor returned a devastating diagnosis.
Former Eagles' LB Bryan Braman dies at 38 after cancer battle
Former Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Bryan Braman has died after a battle with a rare, aggressive form of cancer. He was 38.
Princess Kate speaks of "roller coaster" cancer recovery
Catherine, Princess of Wales, visited a cancer support center on Wednesday and spoke about her experience with cancer recovery.
Certain type of hormone therapy increases breast cancer risk, study finds
The study, published Tuesday in The Lancet Oncology, focused on women under 55 with and without a uterus. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder breaks it down.
Hormone therapies, breast cancer linked
A new study of women having hormone therapy after menopause found a link between a certain type of treatment and higher rates of breast cancer before the age of 55. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder joins "CBS Mornings" to explain.
Medical researchers, patients decry Trump admin's layoffs, budget cuts
Scientists conducting medical research are facing an existential crisis: Layoffs and budget cuts pushed by President Trump that, they say, jeopardize finding a cure for cancer.
Saving money vs. saving lives:
Scientists conducting medical research are facing an existential crisis: Layoffs and budget cuts pushed by President Trump that, they say, jeopardize finding a cure for cancer. They tell "Sunday Morning" senior contributor Ted Koppel that what was once an issue receiving strong bipartisan support – cancer research – is now falling under the administration's budget axe. Koppel also talks with cancer patients taking part in clinical trials for treatments and vaccines, whose own contributions to finding a cure are imperiled.
Alison Hall on meeting Olivia Munn
"Inside Edition" correspondent Alison Hall underwent a double mastectomy after being diagnosed with stage zero breast cancer. She credits Olivia Munn's openness about her own diagnosis for encouraging her to get tested. The two met for the first time on "Inside Edition."
A father of 3 felt healthy. Then a routine screening found deadly cancer.
Curtis Jackson was having a regular screening when doctors found evidence of a deadly bile duct cancer.
Friend group founds cancer support nonprofit
A group of high school students in New Jersey joined forces to rally support for a friend battling cancer. Now, nearly 20 years later, these friends are taking their effort nationwide. Our series A More Perfect Union takes Vladimir Duthiers inside "Student Movement Against Cancer," now a nonprofit helping people across the country.
Heartburn drug’s possible cancer link probed
The popular heartburn drug ranitidine, the generic form of Zantac, was linked to cancer in September, prompting some voluntary recalls of the drug and an investigation by the FDA. A lab in California has also been working to get to the bottom of its potential dangers. First on “CBS This Morning,” Dr. Jon LaPook has a look inside that lab.
RBG says she's cancer free
Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg said she is "cancer free." The 86-year-old justice is a four-time cancer survivor. The American Cancer Society said cancer death rates in the U.S. fell by more than 2% between 2016 and 2017.
BRCA gene test led to unnecessary surgeries
Seven women in one family had major surgery after a widely used genetic test, taken by hundreds of thousands of people, showed a high cancer risk. One of them says she was left debilitated and unable to have more children. But, years later, the family has learned the results of that BRCA test might have been wrong. Jamie Yuccas reports.
New drug targets cancer cells
There is new hope in the battle against breast cancer. A promising new drug targets tumors with remarkable precision. Dr. Jon LaPook reports.
World Pancreatic Cancer Day raises awareness
World Pancreatic Cancer Day brings awareness to one of the deadliest cancers. Nearly 57,000 people will be diagnosed with pancreatic cancer this year, and more than 45,000 will die from the disease. Julie Fleshman, president and CEO of the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, joined "CBSN AM" to discuss why pancreatic cancer is so deadly.
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.
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Senate voting for 13th time on GOP bill to end shutdown
The government shutdown is now on Day 28 as the Senate holds a 13th procedural vote on a bill to end the impasse. Follow live updates here.
Hurricane Melissa could be Jamaica's "storm of the century," forecasters say
Hurricane Melissa was set to pummel Jamaica as a catastrophic Category 5 storm, its strongest on record. It could be the island's "storm of the century," world forecasters say.
U.S. strikes 4 more alleged drug boats in Pacific, killing 14
The U.S. on Monday struck four more vessels that the Pentagon says were trafficking narcotics in the eastern Pacific Ocean, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced.
Trump signs trade deal with Japan's new leader as Asia tour continues
Trump meets Japan's new, first female prime minister, and they sign a bilateral trade deal before going together to greet troops on the USS George Washington.
With food stamps set to dry up, SNAP recipients say they fear what's next
"Now we'll have to prioritize which bills we can pay and which can wait," said one mother of two about a looming freeze in food aid.
Israel says Hamas violates peace deal by returning partial hostage remains
The Israeli prime minister's office says he'll convene generals to discuss "a clear violation" of the U.S.-brokered peace deal by Hamas, and Israel's response.
"Fertility tourism" booming as U.S. couples seek affordable treatments abroad
A Florida couple traveled to Colombia to make their dream of a family a reality through the booming "fertility tourism" business.
Texas AG Ken Paxton files Tylenol lawsuit over autism claims
Tylenol maker Kenvue said Texas' claims "lack legal merit and scientific support" and vowed to defend itself in litigation.
Amazon cutting 14,000 jobs as the retailing giant embraces AI
The job cuts come as Amazon CEO Andy Jassy has said he envisions the company relying on AI agents to replace human workers.