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9/11 survivors with potentially fatal illnesses left out of controversial plea deal talks: attorneys

Attorneys for 9/11 survivors who have died from cancers related to toxins inhaled that day are urging the federal government to be more transparent about a controversial plea deal.

New prostate cancer medication 'shows promise' in treating aggressive disease, study finds

A new study has identified a potential breakthrough treatment to combat aggressive forms of prostate cancer. Researcher Luke Selth reacts to the findings.

Breast cancer drug could help prolong survival for children with brain tumors, study finds

A drug called ribociclib, currently used to treat breast cancer, could prove to be an effective weapon against pediatric high-grade glioma, an aggressive childhood brain cancer, a new study says.

Breast cancer screenings may decline for women who receive false-positive test results, says study

High rates of false-positive test results may be keeping women from sticking to recommended mammogram screenings for breast cancer, a new study has found. Experts weigh in.

'SNL' star Victoria Jackson is not ‘scared’ of inoperable cancer

Comedian Victoria Jackson, 65, opened up about her breast cancer journey and appeared in good spirits, explaining that death doesn't frighten her.

Tennessee woman awarded $3.45M after she was disfigured by 'unnecessary' surgery

A Tennessee woman won a $3.45 million lawsuit after she was left with a "permanent" disfigurement from a surgery to remove cells a a doctor incorrectly believed had cancer.

Working the night shift may cause dangerous health conditions, long-term risk of disease

Studies have shown working the night shift increases one's risk of many health problems, such as cancer, cardiovascular disease and digestive issues.

Shannen Doherty's mom Rosa announces she's fulfilling her late daughter's wishes by taking over her podcast

During an episode of "Let's Be Clear with Shannen Doherty," the late actress's mom announced she would be fulfilling her late daughter's wishes by taking over the podcast.

Baseball Hall of Famer, Cubs icon Ryne Sandberg says he’s cancer-free: 'We did it'

In a social media post, the former Chicago Cubs infielder and 10-time MLB All-Star thanked everyone who supported him over the past several months.

Biden repeats debunked claim he traveled 17,000 miles with China's Xi Jinping

President Biden repeated a claim he was fact checked over on Tuesday at an event.