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Drug combo to treat mesothelioma approved by FDA

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Friday announced approval for a drug combo to treat malignant pleural mesothelioma, or a cancer associated with inhalation of asbestos fibers.

Washington's Ron Rivera opens up about coaching through cancer treatments

Washington Football Team coach Ron Rivera has been adamant about coaching through his cancer treatment and this week he opened up about the struggles he’s faced and his plans for the rest of the season going forward. 

HPV vaccine 'substantially' reduces cervical cancer risk: study

The human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine substantially lowered the risk of cervical cancer, especially when administered early, said a new study.

First patient cured of HIV dies of cancer

The first patient cured of HIV, Timothy Ray Brown (also known as "Berlin patient"), has died of cancer.

Shannen Doherty updates fans about her health journey while battling stage 4 breast cancer

Shannen Doherty was alone when her doctor called to break the tragic news that her cancer had returned. 

US Health Department's Caputo has cancer, spokesperson says

Michael Caputo has metastatic cancer.

Coffee may help colon cancer patients’ longevity, study finds

In addition to possibly helping to protect the liver, coffee could also aide in colon cancer patients’ longevity, according to a new study. 

Shannen Doherty's '90210' co-star Jason Priestley calls her 'a fighter' amid breast cancer battle

Shannen Doherty's "Beverly Hills, 90210" co-star Jason Priestley has provided an update on the actress as she continues to battle breast cancer.

Drug-therapy combo cuts breast cancer recurrence risk by 25%, Eli Lilly announces

Eli Lilly and Company on Sunday announced positive results on the fight against breast cancer.

Video shows heartbreaking moment boy hears deceased grandpa's voice inside stuffed bear

An Ohio woman brought a very special gift home to her son after his grandfather died from coronavirus-related complications.