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.

Casey O'Brien says he has beat cancer for a 5th time
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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
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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.

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
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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.

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
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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
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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.

9-year-old's legacy lives on in the game he loved
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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.