Dermatologists discover world’s smallest skin cancer
Dermatologists say a tiny spot was discovered on a patient's cheek measuring just 0.65 millimeters or 0.025 inches.
Dermatologists say a tiny spot was discovered on a patient's cheek measuring just 0.65 millimeters or 0.025 inches.
Groundbreaking vaccine trial aims to prevent cancers associated with Lynch syndrome
Lynch syndrome affects 1 in 279 individuals, or an estimated 1.1 million people in the United States.
Lynch syndrome affects 1 in 279 individuals, or an estimated 1.1 million people in the United States.
Regular mammograms for women should start at 40, not 50, US health panel recommends
A federal task force is recommending that women start getting every-other-year mammograms at age 40 instead of waiting until 50.
A federal task force is recommending that women start getting every-other-year mammograms at age 40 instead of waiting until 50.
Twin Cities woman battles cancer
One Twin Cities woman is finding goodness in the kindness of others, while fighting a health battle of her own.
One Twin Cities woman is finding goodness in the kindness of others, while fighting a health battle of her own.
Federal judge ruling makes it so insurers don't have to cover some preventive care services
This includes screenings for cancer, diabetes and mental health
This includes screenings for cancer, diabetes and mental health
Former NBA player Eric Montross battling cancer, family says
Montross’ family issued a statement through the school on Saturday announcing the 51-year-old’s diagnosis, though it didn’t specify the nature of the cancer.
Montross’ family issued a statement through the school on Saturday announcing the 51-year-old’s diagnosis, though it didn’t specify the nature of the cancer.
PFAS bills clear first hurdle, opposition emerges from coalition of companies
A batch of bills that would limit or ban the use of PFAS chemicals in Minnesota cleared its first legislative hurdle Thursday. PFAS chemicals have a long history in the East Metro after the groundwater for thousands of people was contaminated by the so-called "forever chemicals."
A batch of bills that would limit or ban the use of PFAS chemicals in Minnesota cleared its first legislative hurdle Thursday. PFAS chemicals have a long history in the East Metro after the groundwater for thousands of people was contaminated by the so-called "forever chemicals."
Twin Cities woman celebrates defeat of rare brain cancer
Carol Brundieck walks through life with a smile and radiant attitude.� She?s needed both during the past two years.
Carol Brundieck walks through life with a smile and radiant attitude.� She?s needed both during the past two years.
National Radon Month: Keeping your home safe from the cancer-causing gas
Radon is a cancer-causing radioactive gas that can be hazardous to your health. If homeowners aren?t careful, the gas can build up and cause serious problems. So what can you do to protect your home? To learn more, visit https://www.minneapolismn.gov/
Radon is a cancer-causing radioactive gas that can be hazardous to your health. If homeowners aren?t careful, the gas can build up and cause serious problems. So what can you do to protect your home? To learn more, visit https://www.minneapolismn.gov/
Rogers hockey community hosts fundraiser for young players with rare cancer
A north metro youth hockey community rallied together to raise money for cancer research on Saturday after three families were affected by a rare form of the disease.
A north metro youth hockey community rallied together to raise money for cancer research on Saturday after three families were affected by a rare form of the disease.
Rogers hockey community hosts fundraiser for players with cancer
The Rogers Youth Hockey Association was hit hard by Sarcoma, a rare type of cancer affecting the bone or soft tissue, after two players and a parent were diagnosed with different variations of the disease within just a few years. To donate to the cause, text "RogersSlapsSarcoma" to 44321.
The Rogers Youth Hockey Association was hit hard by Sarcoma, a rare type of cancer affecting the bone or soft tissue, after two players and a parent were diagnosed with different variations of the disease within just a few years. To donate to the cause, text "RogersSlapsSarcoma" to 44321.
What is Mohs surgery? Jill Biden to undergo preventative skin cancer surgery
First lady Jill Biden is having a procedure known as Mohs surgery to remove a potentially cancerous lesion above her right eye. Here’s what the surgery entails.
First lady Jill Biden is having a procedure known as Mohs surgery to remove a potentially cancerous lesion above her right eye. Here’s what the surgery entails.
Tennis legend Martina Navratilova diagnosed with two forms of cancer
Tennis legend Martina Navratilova revealed she has been diagnosed with throat and breast cancer. "It’s going to stink for a while, but I’ll fight with all I have got," she said.
Tennis legend Martina Navratilova revealed she has been diagnosed with throat and breast cancer. "It’s going to stink for a while, but I’ll fight with all I have got," she said.
Minnesota brings in devices to remove PFAS from water
When manufacturer 3M dumped ?forever chemicals? in the East Metro, it led to Minnesota?s largest known PFAS contamination and compromised the drinking water of thousands of people. The state?s pollution control agency is now currently testing new technology officials hope will help clean up existing contamination.
When manufacturer 3M dumped ?forever chemicals? in the East Metro, it led to Minnesota?s largest known PFAS contamination and compromised the drinking water of thousands of people. The state?s pollution control agency is now currently testing new technology officials hope will help clean up existing contamination.
Modest Mouse drummer Jeremiah Green diagnosed with stage 4 cancer
Modest Mouse’s official Instagram account announced Jeremiah Green’s diagnosis in a message penned by frontman Isaac Brock.
Modest Mouse’s official Instagram account announced Jeremiah Green’s diagnosis in a message penned by frontman Isaac Brock.
Couple battling cancer both die on same day
Steve and Wendy Hawkins of South Dakota passed away in a local hospital.
Steve and Wendy Hawkins of South Dakota passed away in a local hospital.
Selfless boy battling leukemia chooses to get gifts for others during shopping spree
This week, we were invited to tag along with the Rogers Police Department for their annual "Shop with a Cop" event.
This week, we were invited to tag along with the Rogers Police Department for their annual "Shop with a Cop" event.
Screenings only detect 14% of cancer cases, study suggests
Researchers in Chicago conducted a study highlighting the importance of recommended cancer screenings and early detection to improve survival rates.
Researchers in Chicago conducted a study highlighting the importance of recommended cancer screenings and early detection to improve survival rates.
‘It was my home’: Pediatric cancer survivor returns for wedding photo shoot at hospital that cured her
Riley Wagner, the bride, basically lived at Children’s Medical Center Dallas after she was diagnosed with stage 4 neuroblastoma at just 6 weeks old.
Riley Wagner, the bride, basically lived at Children’s Medical Center Dallas after she was diagnosed with stage 4 neuroblastoma at just 6 weeks old.
Minnesota girl battling cancer gets special Christmas surprise
An early Christmas surprise came Sunday for a family that needs a little love. Ruby Streefland is battling cancer, so the organization called "Best Christmas Ever" stopped by to brighten their spirits.
An early Christmas surprise came Sunday for a family that needs a little love. Ruby Streefland is battling cancer, so the organization called "Best Christmas Ever" stopped by to brighten their spirits.