Ryan Reynolds surprises young cancer patient at Boston hospital
A young boy undergoing cancer treatment at a Boston hospital got a big surprise when he was greeted by actor Ryan Reynolds.
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Cancer deaths have declined 33% in 30 years, but alcohol is still a major problem
The latest Cancer Progress Report from the American Association for Cancer Research also found a 24% decline in the overall cancer death rate for children and adolescents.
How dangerous misinformation spreads online
U.S. security officials have warned voters to stay vigilant for false information ahead of the 2024 election. Chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett and the CBS News Confirmed team take a look at the way misinformation spreads online, and how you can tell fact from fiction.
Princess Kate to resume limited public duties
Catherine, Princess of Wales, announced Monday she has completed chemotherapy, six months after making her cancer diagnosis public. CBS News correspondent Tina Kraus has more from London on what's next for the British royal.
Princess Kate says chemotherapy over, but "path to healing" continues
Catherine, Princess of Wales, says she's finished chemotherapy less than six months after she announced her cancer diagnosis.
Princess Kate says she finished chemotherapy
Catherine, Princess of Wales, announced Monday that she has completed chemotherapy and is "doing what [she] can to stay cancer free." Ramy Inocencio reports from London, where the princess also released a video with her family.
WTC Health Program needs $3 billion in additional funding, advocates say
The number of people who died after volunteering, working or living near ground zero has surpassed the number of people killed in the 9/11 attacks.
Breast cancer rising among Asian Americans
Data from the National Institute of Health is showing a concerning rise in the number of breast cancer cases among Asian American and Pacific Islander women. Dr. Helen Chew, professor of medicine at UC Davis Health, joins to discuss.
Breast cancer rising among Asian American and Pacific Islander women
Asian American and Pacific Islander women once had a relatively low rate of breast cancer diagnoses. Now, researchers are scrambling to understand what's changed.
Idaho camp supports kids with cancer
Camp Rainbow Gold in Idaho is a nonprofit that supports kids who have been diagnosed with cancer. Recently, local builders came together to construct new cabins so the camp doesn't have to turn kids away.
Alternatives to the traditional pap smear are on the way. Here's what to know.
Alternatives to the often dreaded pap smear may be on the way for cervical cancer screenings. Here's what to know.
Biden says it's "within our power" to end cancer
In his first presidential address to Congress, President Biden said it's "within our power" to end cancer, as part of a larger push for creating an advanced health research agency similar to the defense department's DARPA. Watch his remarks and read more here.
Harrisburg mom chronicles lung cancer journey on TikTok, hoping to raise awareness, empower others
A Harrisburg mom is getting a lot of attention on TikTok as she raises awareness about lung cancer by sharing her diagnosis journey with the world.
Philadelphia singer, cancer survivor launches flexible bra line
Philadelphia singer Jessy Kyle created a new bra inspired by her medical journey, which included a heart attack and kidney transplant.
Biden touts Cancer Moonshot, announcing $150 million in new funding
President Biden said the initiative set a goal of pioneering new techniques and technologies "to make cancer removal more precise, accurate, successful."
Study finds rising cancer risk among men
Cancer cases and deaths among men are expected to rise significantly globally by 2050. According to a new study released Monday in the journal "Cancer," which is peer-reviewed by the American Cancer Society, researchers estimate an 84% increase in cancer cases and a 93% increase in cancer deaths. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook joins to break down the findings.
Cancer deaths among men predicted to increase 93% by 2050, study finds
Cancer cases and deaths among men are expected to nearly double globally by 2050, according to a new study.
Cancer in men expected to surge in coming years
Cancer cases among men are expected to surge globally in the coming years, with an estimated 93% increase in deaths by 2050, according to a new study. Dr. Jon LaPook explains.
Gen X, millennials have greater risk of developing certain cancers, study finds
Gen Xers and millennials have a higher risk of developing more than a dozen cancers than older generations, according to new research from the American Cancer Society.
Study on cancer risk for Gen X, millennials
New research shows Gen Xers and millennials have a higher risk of developing more than a dozen cancers than their parents and older generations. CBS News' Tom Hanson has one cancer survivor's story.
Lung cancer screenings save lives but are unfamiliar to most. Here's what to know.
The majority of people are unfamiliar with life-saving screenings available for the disease, according to a survey from the American Lung Association. Here's what to know about risk factors and getting screened.
Small-town patients face big hurdles as rural hospitals cut cancer care
Chemotherapy deserts are expanding across the United States as hospitals winnow services to save money, creating financial and logistical hurdles for rural patience seeking cancer treatment.
FDA approves blood test for colon cancer detection
The Food and Drug Administration has approved a blood test intended to detect colorectal cancer, expanding options for screening for the potentially deadly disease.
Colon cancer blood screening: What to know
The FDA has approved a new blood test for detecting colon cancer. The approval comes after a clinical study found the test could correctly detect colon cancer in 83% of participants who were not experiencing symptoms. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook has the details.
Canadians worry a U.S. company may be emitting toxic gas into their air
Residents of a Toronto suburb tell CBS News they're worried a U.S. company may be emitting a cancer-causing gas in their community.
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Senate adjourns for the weekend with no breakthrough on ending shutdown
Senators continued to express cautious optimism over bipartisan talks to end the shutdown, but the chamber adjourned without another vote. Follow live updates here.
Prince Andrew stripped of titles and must surrender lease to Windsor mansion
Prince Andrew has been stripped of his titles and must surrender his lease to Royal Lodge, according to a statement from Buckingham Palace.
Teacher shot by 6-year-old student testifies in court: "I thought I had died"
Former Virginia teacher Abby Zwerner was shot by a 6-year-old student in her classroom in 2023.
Comey asks court to toss indictment, arguing senator's questions were "confusing"
Former FBI Director James Comey is arguing his testimony in response to Sen. Ted Cruz's questions was "literally true" and cannot support a conviction.
Pardoned Jan. 6 defendant arrested near Obama's home sentenced to time served
Taylor Taranto, a pardoned Jan. 6 defendant, was later convicted of charges stemming from livestreaming a bomb threat in 2023 as he drove around former President Barack Obama's D.C. neighborhood while armed,
At least 28 dead as Hurricane Melissa leaves Jamaica, Haiti, Cuba reeling
People across the northern Caribbean were digging out from the destruction of Hurricane Melissa on Thursday as deaths from the catastrophic storm climbed.
Toy replica of killer drone used by Russia is marketed to children
The toy is described in a listing as suitable for children from the age of six and "an ideal gift for young patriots."
Senate confirmation hearing for Casey Means postponed after she goes into labor
Casey Means and her brother, Calley Means, became prominent in recent years after viral interviews decrying the influence of the food and drug industry.
The 2025 U.S government shutdown, by the numbers
The 2025 federal government shutdown, in the first year of Trump's second term, is one of the longest in U.S. history.