Kids give standing ovation to 6-year-old classmate after his final chemo treatment
A little boy in Ohio received a standing ovation from his elementary school classmates after they learned he beat cancer.
American Cancer Society finds biggest one-year drop in U.S. cancer death rate
Researchers on Wednesday reported the largest-ever one-year decline in the U.S. cancer death rate, a drop they credited to advances in lung-tumor treatments.
Boy, 11, dies during Make-A-Wish trip to Mall of America
Mikey Choroszy died of terminal brain cancer while on a Make-A-Wish trip to the Mall of America.
Casey O'Brien says he has beat cancer for a 5th time
Gophers football player Casey O'Brien, whose battle and recovery from multiple rounds of cancer has been an inspiration for many across the nation, says he is now a five-time survivor.
Casey O'Brien says he has beat cancer for a 5th time
Gophers football player Casey O'Brien, whose battle and recovery from multiple rounds of cancer has been an inspiration for many across the nation, says he is now a five-time survivor.
Researchers working on groundbreaking treatment for brain tumors at M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Masonic Children’s Hospital
Brain tumors are the number one cause of cancer deaths in children. But at M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Masonic Children’s Hospital in Minneapolis, they're trying to change that and they're closing in on a possible breakthrough.
Minnesota breast cancer survivor shares journey to regaining confidence
A year ago, a breast cancer diagnosis turned a local woman's life upside down. But now, Elizabeth Sorensen is on a new journey that she is hoping will make an impact in the lives of others.
'We love you, Alex': Alex Trebek gets choked up at 'Jeopardy!' contestant's touching answer
The contestant didn't know the Final Jeopardy! answer, so he used the moment to share words of encouragement for the longtime host who is battling pancreatic cancer.
Boy, 11, dies of rare cancer after family celebrates Christmas early
An 11-year-old British boy with a rare blood cancer whose family celebrated Christmas early out of fears he may not make it until the holiday has died, his parents said.
Hundreds of students show support for Cologne band teacher starting chemotherapy
Just two weeks ago, a middle school band teacher was diagnosed with breast cancer. On her first day of chemotherapy, students and staff at Cologne Academy are taking part in an emotional sendoff.
100s of middle schoolers show support for Cologne, Minn. band teacher starting chemotherapy
Just two weeks ago, a middle school band teacher was diagnosed with breast cancer. On her first day of chemotherapy, students and staff at Cologne Academy are taking part in an emotional sendoff.
Wisconsin woman diagnosed with rare cancer after noticing 'ingrown hair' on this part of her body
She went to a dermatologist who told her the bump was likely nothing to worry about, as the skin around it appeared healthy. But the doctor recommended Marisa Strupp see a gynecologist anyway, and she did.
‘Angel dressed as a plumber’: Man fixes cancer patient’s boiler for free, helps thousands of others
A British plumber is being praised for his act of kindness toward a 91-year-old woman battling leukemia.
'Numbers went sky high': 'Jeopardy!' host Alex Trebek says he’s undergoing chemotherapy again
“Jeopardy!” host Alex Trebek said he is undergoing another round of chemotherapy.
Mom's raw post on childhood cancer goes viral: 'It affects the entire family'
Heart-wrenching photos of a 5-year-old girl gently supporting her 4-year-old brother as the side effects of chemotherapy disrupt their playtime have gone viral after their mother shared a raw post about how childhood cancer impacts the whole family.
Former Gophers player Nick Connelly loses battle with cancer
Former University of Minnesota offensive tackle Nick Connelly died Wednesday at the age of 22 after a battle with cancer.
Healing from cancer with Mend After
Anyone who has been through cancer the process knows how difficult surgery, chemo and radiation can be. Now, one woman is working to make cancer recovery a little easier. For more information, go to mendafter.com.
Tragedies travel in twos for local family
A death in the family--and a cancer diagnosis--leave one area family reeling.
9-year-old's legacy lives on in the game he loved
Tucker Helstrom died last year from a rare bone cancer. Though he's gone, he continues to leave an impact on the community through the game he loved.
Minnesota couple fights cancer, fertility obstacles
It can be a crushing diagnosis for a young, healthy woman. Cancer often impacts hopes of motherhood.