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The Doctors weigh in on the case of a physician who waited to tell a patient she had cancer because she was going on vacation. Was this wrong?
After a 20-pound tumor was found in a woman it was removed and she dropped 4 dress sizes. Surgical oncologist Dr. Ajay Maker joins The Doctors to discuss treating this rare case.
The Doctors welcome neurosurgeon Dr. Kurtis Auguste to discuss how cutting-edge technology is being used to change how surgery is being done. We also meet Mathias, whose surgery used this amazing new approach.
The Doctors discuss a recent study that claims drinking can increase your risk of several cancers. Could you be at risk?
Sara and her parents join plastic surgeons Dr. Andrew Ordon and his partner Dr. Ritu Chopra to reveal her makeover following her nose, chin and breast reconstruction.
After beating acute lymphoblastic leukemia cancer twice in her childhood, 21-year-old Sara is now battling a whole new set of issues. Watch has Sara goes under the knife to change some of the ways the years of treatment has affected her growth.
More than 1.6 million Americans will hear the words âyou have cancerâ this year. Scientists say they have found a way to detect cancer even earlier with a simple blood test. Oncologist Dr. Lawrence Piro joins The Doctors to discuss.
Have rates of skin cancer gone down since more people use SPF and does a sedentary lifestyle cause cancer? The Doctors are joined by oncologist Dr. Lawrence Piro to shed some light.
The University of Missouri suggests that blueberry extract kills cervical cancer cells. Should you be running to the produce aisle?
Lucas was born with a rare medical condition resulting in an 8-pound tumor on his face as an adult, which causes him a lot of pain.
A 32-year-old man suffering from burning chest pains was told he had heartburn, but an emergency MRI made a shocking discovery.
Could the shape of a manâs penis indicate whether he has a greater risk of developing cancer? Urologist Dr. Alex Pastuszak joins The Doctors to discuss.
Are you likely to develop Hamartomas on your tongue? Find out if you should be concerned.
Last season we met veterinarian Dr. Edward Arvidâs brother Sylvan whose leukemia diagnosis rocked their lives. Luckily, Dr. Arvid was a bone marrow match for his brother and was able to help save his life.
Veterinarian Dr. Edward Arvid and his brother Sylvan join The Doctors to share that only 30% of patients who need a bone marrow transplant have a matching donor in their family. The remaining 70% must hope to find a stranger on the national registry.
In her fight against cancer, Alyssa had to make the difficult decision to amputate her leg in hopes of saving her life.
Alyssa has a message for those fighting cancer and shares the hope that helped her as she battled an extremely rare cancer. Check out the amazing surprises The Doctors have in store for her.
The Doctors met Libby last season whose body was covered in small tumors due to the condition neurofibromatosis. Plastic surgeons Dr. Andrew Ordon and Dr. Ritu Chopra helped change her life.
Libby has new confidence after the removal of her neurofibromatosis skin tumors. Check out the amazing surprises The Doctors have in store for her.
Briana was diagnosed with cancer at just 20 years old. She beat the odds and now lives cancer-free but she is haunted every day by the scars on her face.
The Doctors meet Briana who lives with visible scars from her battle with cancer. Check out the incredible surprises The Doctors have in store for her.
Michelle watched an episode of The Doctors that helped her make a shocking discovery about the health of her 15-year-old Abby.
Cancer survivor and star of the show âFlip or Flopâ Tarek El Moussa joins The Doctors to discuss the showâs beloved contractor Frank Miller, who is now in the fight for his life.
âFlip or Flopâ stars Tarek El Moussa and Frank Miller join The Doctors to talk about the clinical trial Frank is actively part of.
The Doctors send well wishes to one of our own, cameraman Jeff, who is battling cancer. His wife, Claudine, joins the show to share an update on her beloved husband. We are keeping Jeff and his family in our thoughts and prayers.
The Doctors are joined by Jim, who was diagnosed with Stage 3 pancreatic cancer, and his wife, Debby.
Surgeon Dr. Mark Hill joins The Doctors and Jim to discuss how they successfully treated his cancer. Plus, The Doctors and Jimâs nieces â" Nicole, Jaclyn and Erica â" surprise their uncle with an amazing vacation!
Surgical breast specialist Dr. Kristi Funk explains to the âLittle Women: LAâ star why some women experience a bloody discharge while breastfeeding.
The âLittle Women: LAâ star joins The Doctors to speak candidly about her recent cancer scare that took place just after she gave birth.
The Doctors exclusively delve in the story of Roger, the man with a 130-pound abdominal tumor and how it dramatically affected his life.
The Doctors are joined by plastic surgeon Dr. Vip Dev from Bakersfield Memorial Hospital, who reveals that Rogerâs massive tumor began as an ingrown hair.
Colorectal cancer is on the rise for millennials. Here are seven of the symptoms you should be on the lookout for.
About 80 percent of cancer patients showed significant reduction in stress and anxiety after a single dose of Psilocybin or âmagic mushrooms.â Octavian Mihai joins The Doctors to share about his experience undergoing Psilocybin treatment.
12-year-old Parker managed to accomplish a lot while battling cancer with the help of Camp Ronald McDonald. Now cancer-free, Parker and her mom Kathy, along with volunteer Dr. Stephen Speicher joins The Doctors to discuss.
Colon and rectal cancer are on the rise for millennials according to a study from researchers at the American Cancer Society. In fact, the risk of early colon cancer for people born in 1990 is double compared to someone who was born in 1950. And for early rectal cancer, the risk is four times greater.
HealthGrove found the countries where cancer-related deaths have declined the most in the past 25 years.
A root known as Kava that grows in the Pacific Islands could yield some promising health benefits. Scientists in New York say itâs becoming a useful weapon in the fight against cancer.
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Lori was diagnosed with stage 4 metastic breast cancer, which quickly spread to her liver, bowel cavity and pancreas. When doctors told her that her cancer was inoperable, she found a treatment that saved her life.
When a loved one is diagnosed with breast cancer, it can be hard to know what to say or do. Breast cancer survivors share what was most helpful to them.
Women with breast cancer share the things in life that keep them looking on the bright side.
Breast cancer survivor, Micahel, Singer, is making it his goal to spread awareness that men can get breast cancer too
Breast cancer is in the news all the time, but thereâs still a lot of misinformation about it. Here, breast cancer survivors share what they wish people understood about the disease.
Actress Olivia Newton-John joins The Doctors to discuss how to live a healthy life, battling cancer, and her opinions on plastic surgery.
People going through breast cancer treatment deal with a whole host of physical and emotional symptoms that most people never know or hear about. Here, breast cancer survivors share details about what breast cancer treatment is actually like.
Young women get breast cancer, too. Hereâs what itâs like when it happens to you.
While watching an episode of The Doctors, one woman took a simple test that led to a shocking discovery: thyroid cancer.
You know when you eat a big meal and your belly sticks out? Well, what if that âfood babyâ was actually a tumor? Hereâs what you need to look out for.
Check out the amazing surprises The Doctors have in store for Shannon, whose life was saved after watching an episode of the show.
After watching an episode of The Doctors Shannon went to have a lesion on her tongue examined and two weeks later was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer. Against great odds, sheâs here to share her story.
A study looks at the duration of obesity and the link to cancer in U.S. women.
Being diagnosed with dense breasts may depend on who reads your mammogram, a study finds.
The monthly cost of cancer drugs is highest in the United States, a new study finds.
Higher levels of physical activity are very important for cancer prevention, a new study finds.
Fitness instructor Ainsley Rodriguez shows off six sexy moves that seriously enhance doggy-style sex.
Every year in the United States, more people die of lung cancer than colon, prostate, ovarian and breast cancers combined. The good news is that screening for lung cancer saves lives. The question is: who should be screened? In a recent study, Mayo Clinic researchers found that the current Preventive Services Task Force guidelines for lung cancer screening may not include enough high-risk people. Reporter Vivien Williams has the details in today's Mayo Clinic Minute.
Mayo Clinicâs Florida campus has opened a state-of-the-art laboratory for nanotechnology research, an emerging field of science that studies and applies materials that are the size of an atom.
The laboratory is a key part of Mayo Clinicâs new Translational Nanomedicine Program. The goal is to develop, test and apply tiny materials in diagnosing and treating patients, particularly those with cancer.
Roughly 140,000 people are diagnosed with colorectal cancer in the United States each year. It is the third most common cancer and No. 2 cause of cancer-related deaths among men and women. Colorectal surgeon Heidi Nelson, M.D., chair of surgery at Mayo Clinic, shares five things to know about colorectal cancer:
You have heard of flavored water, so how about flavored oxygen? It comes in a can and some believe just a few puffs can leave you feeling renewed and re-energized. Best part? NO CALORIES! Now that's something that might be worth inhaling.
With all this new technology in our hands, what does that mean for our attention span?
Having trouble sticking to your weight loss goal? You might want to adopt a few habits to keep you motivated, like rewarding yourself after a workout. Watch this video for all five tricks to help you stay on track.
Losing weight is a top priority for us, especially right before the summer hits. However, with the clutter of diets and eating trends out on the market, we may not be making the right choices to shed those pounds. Here are the 5 most common dieting myths that actually cause us to add more pounds, instead of lose them.
The search for a cancer cure is ongoing, but recent research may have given us an edge in the fight.
Thereâs one word we never want to hear our doctors say: cancer. As frightening as it is, the earlier it is detected the better chances you have of surviving. Inform yourself and learn about the three most common types of cancers, and their most common symptoms.
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Mayo Clinic Cancer Center researcher and gastroenterologist, Paul J. Limburg, M.D., says even though colorectal cancer is the the second leading cause of cancer death, colonoscopy and other screening methods make it one of the most preventable cancers. Hereâs Dennis Douda for the Mayo Clinic News Network.
Sitting for long periods of time is linked with a variety of health problems, including obesity, diabetes and heart disease. It's the kind of news that might have you considering a standing workstation.
In this Mayo Clinic Minute, Jeff Olsen talks with a wellness exercise specialist from the Mayo Clinic Healthy Living Program about some things to consider before you ditch your desk chair.
Current cancer screening guidelines say that people should start getting regular colon screenings at the age of 50. But could that be too late?
Dr. Jennifer Berman takes us along on her very first colonoscopy with gastroenterologist Dr. Su Sachar. Find out when you should start getting tested and learn the warning signs of colorectal cancer.
This year, 135,000 new cases of colorectal cancer are expected to be diagnosed in the U.S., making it the third most common cancer. Itâs the second leading cause of cancer death. However, it is also one of the most preventable cancers. With March being Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, Mayo Clinic live-streamed a colonoscopy, just to show how simple this life-saving procedure can be.
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Colorectal cancer is one of the most common cancers in the United States. It's also one of the most easily prevented when caught early. Mayo Clinic Cancer Center researcher and gastroenterologist, Paul J. Limburg, M.D., explains why everyone over the age of 50 should have a colonoscopy.
For months, 8-year-old Chrissy Turner went to bed each night hoping the strange lump in her chest would just go away. The little girl was terrified to tell her parents, but finally, she managed to gather enough courage to confide in her mother. Her parents immediately took her to the doctor. A biopsy taken at Children's Hospital in Salt Lake City showed she had a rare form of breast cancer. Chrissy underwent a double mastectomy and now her family says that she is cancer free.
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More young breast cancer patients undergoing BRCA testing, a new study finds.
More young breast cancer patients undergoing BRCA testing, a new study finds.
Mayo Clinic team members are raising their hands to raise awareness on World Cancer Day. The goal of the 'Talking Hands' social media project is to create a global conversation about cancer education and research. In this Mayo Clinic Minute, Jeff Olsen shows us a few ways the Mayo Clinic Cancer Education Program supports these initiatives every day of the year, including through the Living with cancer blog.
Mayo Clinic team members are raising their hands to raise awareness on World Cancer Day. The goal of the 'Talking Hands' social media project is to create a global conversation about cancer education and research. In this Mayo Clinic Minute, Jeff Olsen shows us a few ways the Mayo Clinic Cancer Education Program supports these initiatives every day of the year, including through the Living with cancer blog.
A mother in Omaha, Nebraksa won't let her breast cancer diagnosis get her down or scare her family. Instead, she is making chemotherapy fun by dressing up in costumes. Sean Dowling (@seandowlingtv) has more.
A mother in Omaha, Nebraksa won't let her breast cancer diagnosis get her down or scare her family. Instead, she is making chemotherapy fun by dressing up in costumes. Sean Dowling (@seandowlingtv) has more.
A growing number of colon cancer patients are younger than the recommended screening age, a new study finds.
A growing number of colon cancer patients are younger than the recommended screening age, a new study finds.
Integrated care. A multidisciplinary approach. These are words often heard when talking about the way Mayo Clinic seamlessly incorporates many medical specialties to diagnose and treat patients. A young man from Wisconsin offers up a couple more - lifesaving teamwork. Here's Dennis Douda for the Mayo Clinic News Network.
Integrated care. A multidisciplinary approach. These are words often heard when talking about the way Mayo Clinic seamlessly incorporates many medical specialties to diagnose and treat patients. A young man from Wisconsin offers up a couple more â" lifesaving teamwork. Hereâs Dennis Douda for the Mayo Clinic News Network.
With Next Level Living, HuffPost and Sleep Number are taking a scientific approach to topics such as sleep struggles, easy ways you can get a better night's sleep, what dreams mean, and what science tells us about mindfulness and even friendship.
In its newly-announced breast cancer screening recommendations, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) says the decision to start mammography should be an individual one for women ages 40 to 49. Mayo Clinic agrees but also recommends regular screening for a woman who says she's unsure how to proceed.
Cancer death rates continue to drop, according to a new report from the American Cancer Society.
Plastic surgeon Dr. Andrew Ordon meets with radiologist and cancer specialist Dr. Bradley Jabour to discuss his recent health scare. Plus, learn about the latest breakthroughs in MRI imaging.
Although it seems that cancer takes the best people away from us, there are more survivors who have fought this deadly disease. As the American Cancer Society reports that Cancer death rates continue to drop.
Plastic surgeon Dr. Andrew Ordon meets with radiologist and cancer specialist Dr. Bradley Jabour to discuss his recent health scare. Plus, learn about the latest breakthroughs in MRI imaging.
Sheffield Hallam University is testing 50 men with prostate cancer to see if physical activity can stop the tumors from spreading.
Regular use of aspirin may lower risk of lethal prostate cancer, a study finds.
Sheffield Hallam University is testing 50 men with prostate cancer to see if physical activity can stop the tumors from spreading.
Regular use of aspirin may lower risk of lethal prostate cancer, a study finds.
After a bone marrow transplant that saved his life, a 16-year-old boy meets his donor. Once strangers thousands of miles apart, the two are now connected forever. Keleigh Nealon (@keleighnealon) has the story!
ACOG issues new guidelines regarding the HPV test or the Pap test for cervical cancer screenings.
Marlo Thomas Kicks Off The St Jude "Thanks & Giving" Campaign
A WOMAN - WHO DIED EARLIER THIS WEEK AFTER A BATTLE WITH TERMINAL CANCER - ASKED HER HUSBAND TO PUBLISH A NOTE ON FACEBOOK AFTER HER DEATH.
The Doctors react to a stunt that aimed to raise awareness for prostate cancer by offering free public exams. The group said it would donate $100 for every man who agreed to undergo a free prostate exam. Click here to learn more about prostate cancer, the most common cancer affecting American men.
David began noticing adverse symptoms after turning 40, including fatigue, shortness of breath and pain. A routine test revealed he had a rare blood cancer called polycythemia vera. Learn the signs and symptoms of PV, what causes it, as well as potential treatment options.
The Doctors follow along as comedienne and author Carol Leifer undergoes a routine colonoscopy with Dr. Carey Strom. Learn the importance of routine health exams in the fight against cancer.
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ER physician Travis Stork discusses a new study that shows a modified version of the herpes simplex virus could be used to battle melanoma skin cancer.
Jim Hamers talks about how his stage 4 cancer miraculously disappeared.
The Doctors discuss the story of a newborn baby in Peru who was born with two tubes where his nose should have been. Find out how this rare condition can happen and what the future holds for the baby.
After a doctor diagnosed her with bipolar disorder, 'Teen Mom' star Kailyn says she began treatment for the disorder but felt that something wasn't right. She reached out to 'The Doctors' for a second opinion and met with psychiatrist Shahla Modir. Find out what Dr. Modir says about Kailyn's mental health.
Kailyn, a mother of two who starred on season two of the hit show 'Teen Mom,' reaches out to 'The Doctors' for a second opinion after being diagnosed with bipolar disorder.
Marisa reveals how St. Jude Hospital was able to give her son a second chance at life after he was diagnosed with cancer.
Jennifer Young shows you how to care for your scalp after radiation therapy for cancer.
From stress therapy to what really happens to your sex life after cancer, HuffPost Live delves into the lives of cancer survivors.
A 6-year-old boy with a love for football got to be honored at senior night more than a decade ahead of schedule to make sure his mom, who has stage 4 breast cancer would get to see it. Sean Dowling (@seandowlingtv) has more.
The Food and Drug Administration has approved a revolutionary method of treatment that can selectively strike cancer cells while avoiding others.
The annual charity event that has men around the world growing moustaches as a means to raise awareness and donations to men's health initiatives is back.
Historically, black women have had a lower prevalence of breast cancer compared to white women. But the American Cancer Society is now reporting that health advantage no longer exists. We look at what's behind this rise and how to remedy it.
Historically, black women have had a lower prevalence of breast cancer compared to white women. But the American Cancer Society is now reporting that health advantage no longer exists. We look at what's behind this rise and how to remedy it.
Mike says he was shocked when he was diagnosed with breast cancer. He and his wife, Kara, join The Doctors to raise awareness for the prevalence of breast cancer in men and to discuss the signs and symptoms everyone should know.
Hear how one married couple coped with both partners being diagnosed with breast cancer. Click here to learn how the couple is raising awareness for breast cancer in men.
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A new World Health Organization report finds processed meats cause cancer and red meat probably causes cancer. But why are they different and what's so risky? We discuss the findings and whether reduced meat consumption is the key to longevity.
A new World Health Organization report finds processed meats cause cancer and red meat probably causes cancer. But why are they different and what's so risky? We discuss the findings and whether reduced meat consumption is the key to longevity.
Information on what can cause breast cancer
For Movember, we asked seven young guys to take their health into their own hands. Since testicular cancer is most common in men between 15-30 years, we wanted these men to understand the importance of performing routine self-exams at home. When detected early, testicular cancer is extremely curable, and doing a self-exam on camera is extremely awkward. See for yourself.
Methods of getting a breast exam
This will increase the risk of breast cancer
Getting tested for brac 1 and brac2
New Information on mammograms
Marlo interviews Elisa Port, MD
When should you get tested?
Do you need surgery if you feel a lump
Can men get breast cancer
The American Cancer Society has made a major shift in its recommendations on when women should start having yearly mammograms.
Japanese authorities have confirmed the first case of cancer linked to radiation exposure following the 2011 Fukushima nuclear power plant disaster.
The American Cancer Society updates breast cancer screening guidelines.
Do men's health supplements help improve the medical outcome of prostate cancer patients?
How does family history of breast cancer affect girls' psychological development?
Eye Opener TV's kid reporter Ava explains what she likes about martial arts and her new Taekwondo classes.
Despite the summer months being way behind us, Hannah Rees shows you 5 perfect exercises for maintaining your bikini body this winter.
Antioxidants may not always be a healthy choice, according to a new study.
The Doctors discuss a new surgical procedure recommended for obese patients to help them lose weight. Is it healthy?
Is skin cancer linked to a person's sexuality? Dr. Matthew Mansh joins HuffPost Live to discuss.
Cristina in 2008 was diagnosed with breast cancer. After years of treatment she learned how to keep the joy in her life.
European women have a reputation for being thin. Maybe it's all the walking, their diet, or all the cigarettes; but we think SlimBelly might have something to do with it. The innovative air compression system works to target belly fat and tone your abs when you're working out, so you can finally watch your waistline shrink by the week.
The Doctors discuss offensive fraternity banners that were hung to 'welcome' freshman women and their moms to one college campus and what conversations parents should have with their sons and daughters.
Style Expert Jenn Falik discovered an innovative way to drink water with the Aqua Zinger Water Bottle. This contraption subtly infuses your water with a variety of flavors for a supreme satisfaction and refreshment.
Unless you carry a water bottle with you at all times, it's hard to stay adequately hydrated. But most bottles are so bulky and heavy that it's tempting to leave them behind. So make it easy for yourself and try the bottle that's not only lightweight, collapsible, and safe for hot or cold beverages, it's chic and fun to carry too!
A woman who had a large tumor removed from her face joins The Doctors five months after later to share how the surgery has changed her life. Hear the shocking results of the tumor biopsy.
A woman who has a large grapefruit-sized tumor on her face undergoes a risky surgery to have the tumor removed seven years after she first noticed a bump behind her right ear.
Exposure to indoor pesticides is significantly associated with the increased risk of childhood cancers.
Should middle-age adults be taking a daily dose of aspirin to help prevent heart attack and colorectal cancer?
Eating a Mediterranean diet with olive oil may lower risk of breast cancer.
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One pushup a day can move you toward healthier habits for life, according to a critical care doctor with twenty years of experience. Find out how he says we can harness the brain's neuromalleability to look and feel healther. For life.
Warning: Graphic! Watch as dermatologist Dr. Sandra Lee removes a large, 20-year-old cyst from one woman's scalp.
Grandmas bake cookies, they buy you clothes, they give you money... who wouldn't want to marry their grandma?
From a tween cancer survivor's invention to help other kids to a 15-year-old's incredible discovery that could change the way we detect cancer, meet some of the remarkable children who decided to stare the "big C" in the face and fight back.
Former president Jimmy Carter is trying a brand-new drug to fight his cancer. As he undergoes treatment in the public eye, we discuss the complexities of metastatic melanoma and how Carter exemplifies the humility we need in the face of the unknown.
Former president Jimmy Carter is trying a brand-new drug to fight his cancer. As he undergoes treatment in the public eye, we discuss the complexities of metastatic melanoma and how Carter exemplifies the humility we need in the face of the unknown.
Alfred Doblin discusses the recent comments made by the GOP regarding President Jimmy Carter's cancer diagnosis.
Former president Jimmy Carter is trying a brand-new drug to fight his cancer. As he undergoes treatment in the public eye, we discuss the complexities of metastatic melanoma and how Carter exemplifies the humility we need in the face of the unknown.
When Hannah Louise Jones was diagnosed with a brain tumour, she was determined to treat it as an adventure and find the positives.
Imagine being diagnosed with cancer, only to find you are also pregnant. It sounds like something out of a nightmare, but for Stephanie Hosford, this became a reality. Hosford took her story to print and wrote a book aimed to motivate and inspire cancer patients. The List's Ariel Wesler got Hosford's best tips for staying positive and concurring cancer on the Lowdown.
Rachel Paul was a cheerleader in college but her life changed when she gained over 300 pounds. She became addicted to food as a teenager after her first love cheated on her. She worked as a cheerleading and dance coach, but her self-confidence was at an all-time low. She admitted her addiction and contacted ABC's Extreme Weight Loss. Her goal? To fit back into her UCLA cheerleader uniform. After nine months, she dropped an astonishing 145 pounds! And fit back into her old uniform.
A new study is calling out the skeptics of cancer by way of cellphones. Researcher Igor Yakymenko has discovered a correlation between the disease and mobile phone usage after conducting a meta-study, which looked at how radiofrequency from devices can damage one's DNA. That damage can add up over time and cause a variety of health problems, like cancer, headaches, fatigue and even skin problems.
Melissa Breitbart and Melissa Papock explain why they want sunscreen in public schools.
Melissa Breitbart and Melissa Papock explain how friendship helped them fight skin cancer.
New glasses give surgeons the ability to visualize cancer cells in real time, while they operate.
Doctors are working on a personalized vaccine made to help the immune system identify cancerous cells and destroy them in the largest organ of the body, the skin.
Use of active surveillance to monitor low-risk prostate cancer is low, a new study finds.
From stress therapy for cancer survivors to the truth about sex after cancer and coming out of the cancer closet at work, we delve into the lives of cancer survivors.
Happy Days alum and father of one Scott Baio announced that his wife, Renee, has been diagnosed with a brain tumor.
Lung cancer is the top cancer killer in both men and women in the U.S., but a new drug is stopping tumors in its tracks.
Researchers have found a new way for breast cancer patients to receive radiation therapy in a single dose!
When cancer is present in the family, home can be a difficult place to be when you're a kid. That's why Crescentia Healy-True founded On Belay, an adventure based support system for kids whose families are struggling with cancer. When Crescentia was diagnosed with breast cancer, she decided to create a resource for her two daughters where they could form a network of friendship and support even after she was gone. Today, On Belay serves 150 families from towns across New England, giving kids the
When Grainne Owen gave birth to twins, she had to work hard to keep up with her sports loving and exuberant son, Killian. When Killian was five years old, however, he was diagnosed with Leukemia.
You may not have considered the business side of cancer treatment, but companies reinvesting millions to make breakthrough treatments available.
Who knew something as simple as pure oxygen could help cancer patients heal?
vocados could be the key to treating leukemia. Researchers at the Universtiy of Waterloo say a fatty acid compound found in the fruit can combat acute myeloid leukemia by targeting stem cells.
Joan Lunden spoke about her new online network ALIVE with Joan and opens up about life after breast cancer.
Prostate cancer patients with higher body mass indexes may be at an increased risk for relapse.
More than 13 million Americans are living with cancer. After a diagnosis, many patients search for ways to improve their odds of beating the disease. Now a new study reveals simple ways to up your chances of living longer.
Doctors are now offering a more precise form of radiation treatment to children with less side effects than traditional radiation therapy
Doctors are heating up brain tumors; making the treatment of cancer safer with fewer side effects
Prostate cancer affects one-million men every year, but now, instead of a biopsy, doctors are using MRI scanners in order to catch cancer earlier than ever before.
This year, 18,000 patients were diagnosed with cancer of the esophagus, and the recovery can often be long and painful. Now a new surgery approach allows doctors to remove the cancer with less complications.
The biological weapon that could potentially wipe out entire countries is now being turned into a cancer fighter to help save lives.
Emoji's have moved from the iPhone to the hospital and are now playing an important role in showing men their risk for developing prostate cancer.
A vaccine to prevent cancer is on the market, but not everyone is taking advantage of it.
The brain path allows doctors to access previously inoperable brain tumors; sparing patients from life-altering complications like blindness, or paralysis
Researchers are finding that vitamin D is wiping out pancreatic cancer, but this is not the kind you can buy in a drug store.
A new test is helping doctors better diagnose breast cancer right down to the gene.
After being diagnosed with prostate cancer, a deadly infection may also be a risk for some patients.
Men should be having daily orgasms for their health
Doctors are testing a new treatment that uses a person's own immune cells to hunt and kill cancer
Two years after announcing her diagnosis with terminal brain cancer, iconic actress Valerie Harper joins The Doctors to discuss her ongoing battle with the disease and how she continues to defy her prognosis.
Watch a clip from a new documentary, 'Banner on the Moon,' which is narrated by iconic actress Valerie Harper and documents one woman's battle with a rare, terminal cancer and her efforts to raise awareness for her condition. Plus, learn about her inspiring journey from the doctor's office to the top of Mount Everest and the finish line of the Alaskan Iditarod.
Learn about a promising new treatment currently in human trials that uses a genetically modified polio virus to combat cancer.
A new treatment using antibodies could possibly stop a type of blood cancer that currently has no cure.
A new therapy is giving hope to patients suffering from the deadliest form of skin cancer.
Learn about a new device and technique that allows surgeons to remove tumors deep in the brain with reduced risk to surrounding tissue and helps patients recover more quickly.
A teen who lost her father to an aggressive brain tumor undergoes a breakthrough, life-saving surgery to remove her own tumor.
Filmmakers Ken Spooner and Mike O'Brien stop by HuffPost Live to discuss their new film "To Be Strong", a short documentary about Anthony Daniels, who is fighting a battle against Hodgkin's lymphoma for the third time.
Filmmakers Ken Spooner and Mike O'Brien stop by HuffPost Live to discuss their new film "To Be Strong", a short documentary about Anthony Daniels, who is fighting a battle against Hodgkin's lymphoma for the third time.
Surgeons are now using a snake-like robotic device in order to remove tumors that otherwise would be inoperable.
Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer in the U.S., but now there are more aggressive treatment options for men suffering from the disease.
A new treatment helps treat a deadly form of advanced melanoma.
A new discovery in genetics is offering hope to families dealing with childhood cancers.
More and more businesses are giving their time and services free of charge to cancer patients.
The star of "Mob Wives" is recuperating at home after a tumor and lymph nodes were removed from her throat.
Thyroid cancer is increasing in an unlikely group, kids. Parents are informed on what symptoms to look for in their children.
A woman with a grapefruit-sized tumor on her face describes how the growth has affected her life.
A woman with a large tumor on her face visits a surgical oncologist and a reconstructive surgeon to determine whether the tumor can be safely removed.
"intimate" makeover seminars for patients undergoing chemotherapy and radiation treatments. Leading beauty experts show these brave women how to regain their glow, inside and out. It was started by a doctor who wanted to help a patient so devastated by the treatment's side effects- she refused to leave her hospital room. Recently, the campaign held a huge "public" benefit at a major department store in New York and better was there.
The Doctors react to a jarring PSA that aims to raise awareness of the serious health consequences that can arise as a result of using tanning beds.
Mary Powell, CEO of Green Mountain Power in Vermont, decided to get a double mastectomy after being genetically tested for breast cancer. She hopes her story encourages others to share theirs.
See a young cancer patient with a culinary passion fulfill her wish to be on her favorite YouTube cooking show. Learn more about the Make-A-Wish Foundation , and its new Give Wishes Wings campaign that helps raise money to pay for children and their families to travel to fulfill their wish.
The Doctors discuss rumors surrounding TV personality Giuliana Rancic's extremely skinny figure, which she recently attributed to cancer-suppressing medications she has been taking since 2012.
Caroline remembers Alex Niles, who sadly lost his battle with cancer on April 8.
Lauren Hill, who inspired so many for her determination to play college basketball despite a diagnosis of terminal brain cancer, has died. Mara Montalbano (@maramontalbano) has her story.
Taylor Swift has gone public with devastating personal news regarding her family.The pop star revealed Thursday onTumblr that her mother Andrea has been diagnosed with cancer.In her note to fans, she said that she asked her mother to get screened for health issues as a Christmas gift to her, "just to ease some worries of mine.""I'm saddened to tell you that my mom has been diagnosed with cancer. I'd like to keep the details of her condition and treatment plans private, but she wanted you to know
Repurposing an 'old' drug could mean better multiple myeloma treatment.
New information links chronic inflammation in the prostate and prostate cancer, which may help doctors and patients prevent cancer in the future.
The MelaFind device is a pain-free way to check suspicious moles for melanoma, without the need for a biopsy.
This year more than fifteen thousand kids in America will be diagnosed with cancer. Now, one woman is helping families with kids with cancer, relieving some of the financial burden of having a child with a deadly disease.
Cancer affects more than fourteen million people globally each year and coping with it can be difficult. Survivors share their creative ways of coping with the deadly disease.
Katy Perry is one of the many celebrities who have taken to cupping therapy, an ancient form of alternative medicine that practitioners believe mobilizes blood flow in order to promote healing.
Many people swear that magnetic bracelets, wraps, insoles and mattresses can relieve pain, but is it true?
Hear why 'Beverly Hills: 90210' star Luke Perry is raising awareness about the potentially deadly disease of colon cancer.
A breast cancer diagnosis can be one of the most stressful events a woman will ever face, but a new study is suggesting that stress management during treatment can have a variety of long-term positive benefits for survivors. We discuss this finding.
Caryn Sullivan joins HuffPost Live to explain how she is combatting stress while battling cancer.
Lie coach Kellie Frazier joins HuffPost Live to give some tricks for helping cancer patients manage stress.
Tiffany Jones joins HuffPost Live to explain how cancer gave her "a purpose."
Acupuncturist Dr. Daniel Hsu shares ways we can relax our mind and body. Learn more here!
Writer, philanthropist and executive producer of the long-running cartoon series "The Simpsons" Sam Simon recently lost his three-year battle with colon cancer. Learn how you can reduce your risk of developing this devastating disease.
Follow plastic surgeon Dr. Andrew Ordon as he changes from doctor to patient to discover the potential causes of the distressing symptoms he has been experiencing.
A vegetarian and pescovegetarian diet reduced risk for colorectal cancers, according to a new study. Dr. Michael Orlich, the study's lead researcher, explains the findings.
OB-GYN Dr. Jennifer Ashton tackles the widely held belief that antiperspirant and deodorant use can cause breast cancer.
Hear how an attentive and persistent esthetician saved the life of one of her clients.
A young man starts a movement to bring awareness to a type of cancer that many may not know about.
Higher levels of vitamin D may improve survival rate in patients with colorectal cancer, new study finds.
Cancer death rates continue to decline from their peak two decades ago, American Cancer Society reports.
One-in-fifty men and women will be diagnosed with melanoma at some point in their lifetime. A new experimental therapy is training the body's immune system to fight the disease.
A teenage cancer patient in Connecticut who refused chemotherapy treatment is battling more than just a disease.
Stuart Scott, whose passion behind the microphone and catch phrases made him one of the most popular and recognizable faces in ESPN's stable of voices, died Sunday after a seven-year battle with cancer.
A mother of three who recently completed her cancer battle gets a kitchen makeover almost 2 decades in the making.
The Doctors share their thoughts on the film adaptation of the best-selling novel "The Fault in Our Stars," which tells the story of two pediatric cancer patients who fall in love.
A woman walked around London with a hidden camera attached to her bra to show how many people checked out her breasts on a daily basis. But don't worry it was done by Nestle in honor of breast cancer awareness.
Roughly two-thirds of cancer survivors do not have enough household income to cover treatment-related expenses. MarketWatch's Catey Hill discusses with WSJ's Tanya Rivero.
See the unusual step one man is taking to raise awareness for testicular cancer, the most common cancer affecting American males between the ages of 15 and 35.
See how doctors are heating up ovarian cancer and saving women's lives.
Hear the stories of two young people born with a rare type of brain tumor that causes seizures. Learn the subtle signs every parent should know.
Holly and her mom, Gina, meet Chris and his mom, Maura, for the first time on "The Doctors"' stage. Holly and Chris both battled the same type of rare brain tumor and are now seizure-free following successful laser ablation surgeries.
Neurosurgeon Dr. Peter Nakaji explains laser ablation surgery, a cutting-edge procedure that uses lasers to pinpoint tumor cells and obliterate them without damaging surrounding healthy tissue.
Several scientists are testing gold to diagnose and treat cancer.
Celebrities who battled cancer talk about their fight and share their inspiring stories of strength and survival in the face of the big C.
More than 13 million Americans are living with some type of cancer. Harsh treatments like chemo and radiation save lives, but they will also change lives. Find out how cancer survivors are learning how to cope with chemo brain.
You probably know that when it comes to cancer treatment, there are going to be risks. Find out about how chemotherapy treatments that prolong life could also have devastating consequences to our hearts.
See the cutting-edge laser procedure to remove Gavin's life-threatening brain tumor.
When Gavin, 7, was only 5 years old, his parents began to notice odd changes in his behavior and his ability to use his eyes normally. They took him to the doctor and learned that Gavin had a benign, golf ball-sized tumor in the center of his brain. Hear about Gavin's battle to beat his tumor, which he nicknamed "Joe Bully."
After being diagnosed with a rare form of skin cancer, and undergoing extensive surgery and reconstruction, Carrie joins The Doctors to share how she's doing today.
Carrie describes her battle with a rare form of skin cancer, and why it was important to her to stay positive throughout her treatment.
New York Giants linebacker Mark Herzlich fought Ewing's sarcoma while he was a linebacker at Boston College. In his new book "What It Takes," Herzlich explains how his love of the game helped him beat cancer.
Cancer survivors coins HuffPost Live to discuss their stories, as well as how they've all formed a family without ever meeting each other.
Dr Ricky Gondhia answers some of the most commonly asked questions about breast cancer.
In honor of National Cancer Survivor Day, founder and CEO of the Noreen Fraser Foundation, Noreen Fraser speaks candidly about living with metastatic cancer. Noreen explains why she doesn't believe in curing cancer, but instead hopes the focus will move towards developing non-toxic medications to treat cancer patients. Noreen also discusses the benefits of the Phase 1 drug trial she's participating in.
Famous actress Angelina Jolie made national headlines when she announced she was having a preventive mastectomy after testing positive for a BRCA mutation. Find out how men too can be affected by these genes.
A Florida woman is fighting brain cancer while also giving back to her community.
Amanda and her husband, Jason, an editor for 'The Doctors,' say they were devastated when their 5-month-old son, Nicholas, was diagnosed with acute myelogenous leukemia (AML) an aggressive form of leukemia that is rarely seen in children. Hear how Nicholas fought, and beat, the disease and see how he's doing today.
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More people in the United States die from lung cancer than any other type of cancer. Finding the tumors can be tricky, but in a breakthrough procedure doctors have developed a new way to more precisely pinpoint where lung tumors are hiding
When faced with a life-threatening diagnosis, it's hard to see beyond the next steps in your healthcare. Our guests discuss the trials and triumphs of living through breast cancer.
Learn about a breakthrough medication for treating leukemia.
Ray had his first colonoscopy at age 68, after hearing Dr. Travis explain the importance of undergoing the procedure regularly after age 50. Ray says he was shocked by his results and that he wouldn't have lived more than 6 months if he hadn't gone in for treatment.
Hear how Wendy discovered a tumor on her brain stem after watching the show. "[This experience] has taught me to pay attention to your body Be an advocate for your health," she says.
Three-year-old Emily didn't want sick children to be sad because they'd lost their hair, so she made the selfless decision to donate her long, beautiful locks to children in need. She and her family join The Doctors to discuss how her kind act has inspired others around the world to do the same.
After just 40 minutes in the O.R., doctors decide gastric bypass is 'no longer a safe option' for the 203-lb. tween.
92-yr-old Claudine "Scottie" Lingelbach still goes to the gym three times a week at exactly 3:00pm.
Hear why Bret decided not to undergo cosmetic surgery to reconstruct his right nipple.
Bret describes how he felt when he received a breast cancer diagnosis, and the treatment he underwent to become cancer free.
'The Game' actress Brittany Daniel gets candid about her battle with cancer. After experiencing lower back pain and sensing that something serious was wrong, Brittany was diagnosed with stage four non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. While going through chemo treatment, the support of her family paired with acupuncture, meditation, and yoga helped Brittany overcome depression.
A young mom suffering from lung cancer finds treatment in a single pill.
Is there a secret cure for cancer? Can eating lunch meats increase your risk of colon cancer? Oncologist Dr. Lawrence Piro clears up the biggest rumors about the deadly disease.
Celine Dion's husband, Ren Ang lil, is recovering from surgery that removed a tumor from his throat. Learn the symptoms of throat cancer, and find out if you're at risk for the deadly disease.
Meet Dr. Rachael's patient, LaTonya, who recently underwent surgery to remove a brain tumor. Plus, see how The Doctors helps her on the road to recovery.
Each year more than 10 thousand children under the age of 15 will be diagnosed with cancer. Most of these kids just hope for a cure, and don't think about the health effects ten to 20 years down the road. Now, the push is on to help these kids and their parents consider fertility options before they undergo cancer treatments.
Being diagnosed with triple negative breast cancer is not a death sentence. Not anymore! A new therapy is offering new hope and a new way to fight and survive this deadly disease
Plastic surgeon Dr. Andrew Ordon explains what caused one man's 22-pound tumor. Could it happen to you?
17-year-old Mike Barker, a junior at West Iron County High School in Michigan was banned from his track meet all because he dyed his Mohawk pink in support of his mom battling breast cancer.
Seeing cancer in a whole new light - literally. A brand new technique is helping doctors to find hidden cancers and remove them. Dr. Frank McGeorge spoke with a bladder cancer patient about how it made a difference for her.
Pets can provide important therapy for cancer patients, by improving moods and even recovery time. Dave McDaniel reports on a special pet therapy program in Florida.
When a teenager with terminal brain cancer created an ambitious "bucket list," the Internet decided to help her make it happen.
There is a new recommendation that long-time smokers get annual CT scans to screen for lung cancer, even if they do not have symptoms. One woman says she is thankful for the early screening that found her cancer before it spread.
This year, 76,000 Americans were diagnosed with skin cancer. Once it spreads it's extremely difficult to treat. But doctors are now zapping away some of the most stubborn tumors
Glioblastoma is one of the most deadly forms of cancer. Ten thousand Americans are diagnosed each year with this aggressive brain tumor. Now, doctors are lighting up the cancer and killing it.
Removing a brain tumor is one of the most challenging procedure a surgeon can perform. Now a new paint helps highlight exactly where the tumor is, giving patients a better chance at a full recovery.
The Doctors talk to an Australian mom who bared her breast cancer scars on social media to raise awareness of the effects of cancer on the body. Hear her inspiring words for fellow cancer sufferers.
Grammy Award winning artist and producer Pharrell recorded some inspiring words for a sick fourth grader from Texas, but the message is one that we should all take to heart.
Is there an alternative to colonoscopies? Find out what gastroenterologist Dr. Jorge Rodriguez is calling "revolutionary."
Incidence of thyroid cancer almost tripled since 1975, study finds. What's behind the rise?
Executive editor of RumorFix.com Richard Ayoub joins The Doctors to help sort fact from fiction regarding the latest celebrity health rumors. Find out if actress Tara Reid is battling breast cancer.
E.R. physician Dr. Travis Stork explains prostate cancer detection and treatment options featured in The Doctors ' latest HealthSmart column in USA Weekend .
Danielle Leigh reports on a study casting doubts on the age at which women should begin having annual mammograms to screen for breast cancer, and the effectiveness of saving lives.
NBC News veteran Tom Brokaw recently released a statement announcing he has a form of cancer known as multiple myeloma. Oncologist Dr. Lawrence Piro explains the symptoms of the disease and how it is typically treated.
One of the biggest store chains in America makes a major move to become smoke free.
Neuroendocrine tumors are a form of cancer with vague symptoms that's often difficult to diagnose. As a result, many people live with it for years without realizing they have cancer.
The deep breathing exercises, slow stretches and meditation associated with yoga appears to help lift the fatigue many breast cancer survivors experience after their treatment.
Even if you exercise, sitting for long periods is linked to breast cancer and colon cancer. In this video, Vonda Wright, MD, explains how regular "standing breaks" help counteract the effects of sitting.
February 4th is National Cancer Prevention Day. We chat with Bill Couzens, founder of Lesscancer.org, and Dr. Margaret Cuomo, one of Less Cancer's board members, to find out how people can reduce their health risks.
February 4th is National Cancer Prevention Day. We chat with Bill Couzens, founder of Lesscancer.org, and Dr. Margaret Cuomo, one of Less Cancer's board members, to find out how people can reduce their health risks.
240-thousand men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer this year. One of the biggest challenges for doctors is correctly diagnosing this type of cancer. Now, there's a new way to know exactly where the cancer is and the best way to treat it
Allison W. Gryphon got diagnosed with cancer. She asked the universe WTF? Then she corralled her friends in Hollywood together to make a movie about her battle, "What the F@#- Is Cancer And Why Does Everybody Have It?"
Allison W. Gryphon got diagnosed with cancer. She asked the universe WTF? Then she corralled her friends in Hollywood together to make a movie about her battle, "What the F@#- Is Cancer And Why Does Everybody Have It?"
Lee discusses the seizure that led to her diagnosis. Plus, learn how she felt when Dr. Yao told her about the procedure.
Watch as neurosurgeon Dr. Kevin Yao performs an awake brain surgery. This video contains footage from a live surgical procedure. Viewer discretion is advised.
Neurosurgeon Dr. Kevin Yao explains the type of tumor Lee had and why it was important for her to be conscious during the surgery. This videos contains footage from a live surgical procedure. Viewer discretion is advised.
Medical marijuana advocate Jimmy McShane joins HuffPost Live to explain how he used cannabis oil to fight his illness.
Bill Keller has criticized the public fight Lisa Bonchek Adams is waging with cancer, writing in the NYT that accepting terminal illness can be 'humane and honorable.' We discuss the backlash to his article & the movement to chronicle illness online.
Dr. Nancy Snyderman reports on new guidelines, who is at high risk, and who should be tested.
A new cancer treatment combines surgery and chemotherapy. It involves a bath, but not the kind you might think.
Yael Cohen didn't know how much cancer could affect her life until her mother was diagnosed. The charity she founded, F-Cancer, is now four years old and approaches cancer in a new way. Find out how to help and what support the charity can give to you.
Edie, who has battled stage 4 gallbladder cancer, expresses her frustration at having to choose which doctors she will keep after losing her preferred insurance plan due to the law's new standards.
A Morton's Steakhouse in downtown Nashville has been forced to apologize after one of its waitresses demanded that a man battling cancer remove his beanie, even though he has to wear it to stay warm during chemotherapy.
Plastic surgeon Dr. Andrew Ordon describes how a margin probe can be used to differentiate between healthy and cancerous tissue during surgery.
Learn how researchers are using the HIV virus to fight aggressive Leukemia cells.
Emily Whitehead, 8, was diagnosed with an aggressive form of Leukemia just after her fifth birthday. She underwent several rounds of chemotherapy treatment and suffered two relapses of the cancer. See how she's doing after undergoing an experimental new treatment that uses the HIV virus to kill Leukemia cells.
Emily's doctor, pediatric oncologist Dr. Stephen Grupp, joins The Doctors via satellite to share the preliminary results of the clinical trial. How effective is this new Leukemia treatment, which uses the HIV virus to kill cancerous cells?
The Doctors separate health myths from realities! Find out if drinking coffee can help prevent skin cancer.
Woman finds potential treatment in an experimental drug for ovarian cancer.
Four generations of women in the same Louisiana family have one unusual thing in common - they've all had cancer. Now scientists are trying to find out why.
A new serum that harvests venom from Carribean Blue Scorpions comes with a claim that it boosts the body's ability to fight cancer.
A Florida man is selling his thousands of Christmas collectibles to benefit his church after he was diagnosed with cancer.
Perjeta is a new drug for women diagnosed with a certain type of breast cancer -- and it's a game changer. For those diagnosed with HER-2 positive early stage breast cancer, Perjeta works with another drug, Herceptin, to attack the cancer.
A Portuguese designer has created a contraption which she says can detect cancer using trained bees.
The Doctors discuss a surprising item that may increase men's risk of developing prostate cancer: vitamin supplements! "Do not indiscriminately take supplements without discussing it with your healthcare provider," E.R. physician Dr. Travis Stork says.
David Sink, Director of Client Solutions and Delivery talks about how IBM's Watson is Better at Diagnosing Cancer Than Doctors.
You may know her best as radio shock jock Howard Stern's softer side, but behind the laughs, radio host Robin Quivers has been fighting a silent battle.
A clip from documentary "Breast Cancer: The Path Of Wellness & Health"
Martina Navratilova talks about her own experience with breast cancer and the importance of staying up-to-date with mammograms when it comes to early detection.
Horseradish may seem like a humble condiment, but it's an ace cancer fighter. In this Health Smarts video, Kevin Soden, MD, explains how horseradish and other cruciferous vegetables contain phytochemicals to fight off cancer-causing carcinogens.
If you're turning 50, it's time for a colonscopy to screen for colorectal cancer polyps. In this Health Smarts video, Kevin Soden, MD, shares some news about preparing for a colonoscopy that can make an this procedure a little bit easier.
One in 19 Americans will be diagnosed with colon cancer. But you can cut your risk of developing the disease or even polyps by eating certain foods. In this video, Michael Roizen, MD, shares his nutrition tips to stave off colorectal cancer.
When the woman with the world's longest dreadlocks was diagnosed with colon cancer, she had to make a choice: her hair or her health?
Nick Auden was diagnosed with stage 4 melanoma, and his doctors told him he has mere months to live and a zero percent chance of survival. Not willing to accept his fate without a fight, Nick pursued a clinical trial for a new drug, which has shown promising results. Unfortunately, Nick was deemed ineligible to participate. Now, his family is fighting to get him the drug they believe will give him a greater chance of survival.
The Doctors discuss the case of a man with stage 4 melanoma who is fighting to be granted access to an experimental drug that has shown promising results. The docs debate the pros and cons of clinical drug trials.
If you knew your ability to speak would soon be lost, what would your last words be? Marie, a wife and mother, recently faced that question just days before a drastic surgery to arrest her cancer.
Plastic surgeon Dr. Andrew Ordon discusses the common causes and symptoms of oral cancer.
A new study finds many cancer patients undergo unnecessary radiation treatments to control pain.
A less invasive procedure could help determine which breast cancer patients have remaining disease after chemo.
Fran Drescher joins Nancy to talk about what Cancer Schmancer is and also to stress the importance of early detection.
TV star and activist Fran Drescher joins HuffPost Live to discuss her charity, Cancer Schmancer, and how we can change the conversation around cancer.
Dr. Kristi Funk is at KTLA talking about what women need to know about BRCA-1 gene testing.
One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer; it's one of the most common cancers among women in the U.S. and by this year, more than 230,000 new cases will have been diagnosed. Michelle Berndt is a beauty queen and fourth generation cancer survivor who opens up about her journey, her family history, and the mission to educate women about the disease.
Here's a great weapon in the fight against cancer: aspirin. In this Health Smarts video, Robin Miller, MD, reveals how aspirin may help reduce your risk of cancer by 40%, and if you already have cancer, may slow metastasis.
Undergoing any surgery can be difficult, but having to go back again can be un-nerving. Check out a world class operating suite that is sparing some patients a second trip under the knife.
About a year ago, Casey started experiencing the all too common symptoms of acid reflux. She also found a lump in her abdomen, which was later diagnosed as a desmoid tumor. Hear her story of survival and see how she's doing now.
Dr. Neeta Somaiah of the Sarcoma Medical Oncology Center explains how a desmoid tumor develops and the potential health risks they pose.
What if the cure for cancer could be found in the body's own immune system, with a little help from modern science? Now a new clinical trial is giving patients hope.
Logan Parker is the first boy (and third child ever) to receive CART19 therapy, a cutting-edge cancer treatment that allows his own immune system to fight his once-aggressive leukemia. He is a medical miracle; a survivor.
Cancer patients often undergo a wide range of treatment in an attempt to treat an unknown type of cancer. But now a new test accurately identifies the tissue-of-origin of tumors.
Older breast cancer patients are more likely to have trouble performing everyday tasks.
People who are married when they are diagnosed with cancer are more likely to live longer.
E.R. physician Dr. Travis Stork and family physician and sexologist Dr. Rachael Ross share three simple things you can do tomorrow morning before you leave your house than can help reduce your cancer risks.
Actress Olivia Wilde discusses the 2013 EIF Revlon Run/Walk for Women. She speaks to us about her experiences participating in previous years, and why the cause is so special to her.
Dr. John M. Corman, from Virginia Mason's medical team, explains what men need to know to avoid, recognize and treat prostate cancer.
Dr. Jan Peter Dank, MD, Dermatologist, discusses the treatment of melanoma skin cancer.
Heart patients with the most positive attitudes exercised more and lived longer.
Celeb stylist and TV star Tabatha Coffey share her top tips for staying stylish during chemo treatments and hair loss.
A group of Cleveland Clinic researchers are working to create a vaccine that may be able to help prevent breast cancer.
Maggie was diagnosed with multiple myeloma, a cancer of the plasma cells, and told her that she needed to begin chemotherapy immediately. She began the treatment, but after about six months, she says the side effects were so debilitating, she decided to go for a second and third opinion. Both doctors found that she never had cancer and didn't need chemotherapy. By then, Maggie says, the damage already had been done.
Getting your style groove back after cancer isn't an easy process, but one young designer is changing that one couture stitch at a time.
From chronic back pain to constant arm pain, find out which body pains could be a warning sign of cancer.
Sigmoidoscopy or colonoscopy, which is better at cutting your colon cancer risk?
Once you have had LLETZ treatment what can you expect? Is bleeding after normal or should you seek medical help? Once you have had LLETZ treatment what can you expect? Is bleeding after normal or should you seek medical help? Find us on: StreamingWell.tv Like us on: facebook.com/StreamingWell Follow us on: twitter.com/StreamingWell Follow us on: pinterest.com/StreamingWell/ Follow us on youtube.com/StreamingWell
So what is the next step when your smear teat results come back as abnormal? Here, Catherine King explains what LLETZ treatment is and what will happen during this common procedure.
Catherine King, a colposcopy clinical nurse specialist, answers the common questions women ask after having LLETZ treatment.
A cone biopsy is a procedure undertaken to extract a small sample of abnormal cervical cells. Catherine King, a clinical nurse specialist, takes us through the procedure and explains what women can expect after the cone biopsy is over. Find us on: StreamingWell.tv Like us on: facebook.com/StreamingWell Follow us on: twitter.com/StreamingWell Follow us on: pinterest.com/StreamingWell/ Follow us on youtube.com/StreamingWell
Prostate Cancer Awareness Month: The Good and the Bad It's National Prostate Cancer Awareness month, time to shed some light on the disease that affects thousands of men each year. The good news, according to the American Cancer Society, is that the death rate for African American men -- who in the past have had the highest number of cases of prostate cancer -- has declined. The bad news is some men still refuse to get tested.
Tarek El Moussa and his wife Christina are real estate agents and hosts of HGTV's hit home makeover show 'Flip or Flop'. But reality TV took a whole new meaning for Tarek and his family when he received an alarming email from a concerned viewer.
Reality TV took a whole new meaning for HGTV's 'Flip or Flop' host Tarek El Moussa when an alarming email from a concerned viewer motivated him to see a doctor about a suspicious lump in his throat. After discovering it was cancer and undergoing surgery, Tarek meets the potentially life-saving viewer for the first time.
At age 37, Andrea Sloan was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. Now her cancer is back, and one experimental drug could save her life. The manufacturer BioMarin must approve its use and has thus far refused to do so. She has now taken her fight to D.C.
At age 37, Andrea Sloan was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. Now her cancer is back, and one experimental drug could save her life. The manufacturer BioMarin must approve its use and has thus far refused to do so. She has now taken her fight to D.C.
A new report suggests as baby boomers get older, resources for cancer care will begin to rapidly deplete.
Learn how a radical procedure to treat a cancerous bone tumor gave an 11-year-old girl a second chance at life.
Orthopaedic oncologist Dr. C. Parker Gibbs explains how a rotationplasty is performed to treat osteosarcoma, a rare and aggressive form of bone cancer.
The United Kingdom's Male Cancer Awareness campaign is taking testicular cancer awareness to new heights... literally!
Cheryl has smoked for 30 years, and she's concerned about a sore on her gums. She said she's never thought about the possibility of oral cancer until now. E.R. physician Dr. Travis Stork challenges Cheryl to stop smoking.
Breastfeeding could delay a mom's breast cancer diagnosis.
Lolita Lopez reports on a day that was personally difficult for her. Undergoing cancer treatment, Lolita decided to have her hair shaved. Of course this can be extremely challenging for any woman.
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Full Segment: Reporter Diem Brown competed on the MTV show "The Challenge," but her biggest fight was facing ovarian cancer at 23. She joins us to tell how the experience inspired her to create the website MedGift, a gift registry service for patients in need.
This year alone, more than 230,000 women in the U.S. are expected to be diagnosed with breast cancer. The journey back to health can be scary -- so scary that the stress can get in the way of healing. But a new program called 'Cancer to Health' is a scientifically-proven alternative.
Nikki told her clients that she was unplugging and taking a vacation, not battling cancer. We speak with her about how work can be the best place to feel normal and the last place you tell when you're battling cancer.
We speak with Michael Soloman on how work can be the best place to feel normal and the last place you tell when you're battling cancer.
Full Segment: Nikki told her clients that she was unplugging and taking a vacation, not battling cancer. We speak with her and others on how work can be the best place to feel normal and the last place you tell when you're battling cancer.
FCancer's Yael Cohen joins HuffPost Live to tell us how we can use technology to educate through storytelling and change the way people think, talk and act about cancer.
Anne Marie Tiernon reports on the simple symptoms of throat and neck cancer that are easy to avoid.
Each year lung cancer kills 160 thousand people. Now adding something to chemotherapy could help patients kill the disease!
Hazel Hammersley is a 2-year-old girl in Los Angeles who is suffering from a rare type of cancer called neuroblastoma at the Children's Hospital in LA. A few weeks ago, Hammersley and her mother put up a funny sign on their hospital window - 'SEND PIZZA RM 4112.' They did it as a joke, but the internet found the sign and sent the girl so many pizzas that the hospital had to issue a statement.
Breast cancer patients would usually undergo weeks of radiation after surgery but a new Cleveland Clinic procedure uses just one dose of radiation during the surgery.
Susan was perplexed when her dog, Bella, began persistently poking at her breast. That is, until her annual mammogram showed that Susan had developed invasive lobular carcinoma, the second most common form of breast cancer. Learn more about how dogs can detect cancer and other dangers.
KTLA's video journalist and cancer survivor Sheri Odell takes a first-stomach look at camera pills, which are growing in popularity, allowing doctors to inside patients' stomachs and intestines without surgery.
Robin Coon and her three sisters have teamed up to pay tribute to their mother while paying it forward. A year after losing their mother to cancer, they've launched a non-profit fund called "Pop Bottles for patients". The goal is to help ease the financial burden for low-income cancer and critical care patients who are fighting for their lives.
Cancer Survivors Day celebrates cancer patients of all ages who have overcome the disease.
Cancer researchers are using proton beam therapy to deliver precise doses of radiation to breast cancer patients. Side effects are greatly reduced while producing good outcomes.
Doctors believe depleting the body of the well-known metal could be the key to keeping aggressive forms of breast cancer away.
Roni Zeiger, former Google Chief Health Strategist, describes his new project Smart Patients that gives patients and caregivers the ability to become 'micro-experts' about the latest medical advances.
A Florida woman swears by turmeric after her cancer doctor suggested she try it to fight fatigue and pain from breast cancer surgery.
ET's own Brooke Anderson is sharing her family's experience with breast cancer. In a new interview with Dr. Freda Lewis-Hall, Chief Medical Officer of Pfizer, Brooke shares about the moment on Christmas night 2012 when she learned that her mother, Vicki Anderson, had invasive breast cancer. "I remember feeling like the floor fell out from under me, as I watched my parents just crumble in front of us," Brooke reveals. "There were a lot of hugs and a lot of tears," Brooke says about her family
Although breast cancer is one of the most common cancers in women worldwide it's still very difficult for women to open up about their experience. Entertainment Tonight's Brooke Anderson is hoping to raise awareness by sharing her own experience during her mother's breast cancer journey. And as she explains to Dr. Freda Lewis-Hall, Chief Medical Officer of Pfizer, early detection was key but it was also the support of her family and community that saved her mother's life.
Experts say knowing you have the BRCA mutation shouldn't call for drastict action right away.
Tiffany Frantz was only 21 when she was diagnosed with breast cancer. INSIDE EDITIONS sits down with Frantz who claims her cell phone is the reason for her cancer.
Many women struggle when contemplating preventative mastectomy.
Doctors are seeing more and more non-smoking lung cancer cases in women.
45 thousand people will be diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2013 and it will kill 38 thousand. Find out what researchers are doing to detect the killer before it forms.
A teen girl who already wrote a program to screen for breast cancer is nearly done writing a program to screen for leukemia.
Brian Hill, an oral cancer survivor, talks with Josh about how important vaccination is, as well as his reaction to Michael Douglas' public announcement.
A new study finds fewer Americans are getting screened for cancer.
Powerful evidence that regular exercise can lower your risk of cancer even if you don't lose weight. In fact, it's considered a frequently ignored benefit of putting 30 minutes of movement into your day.
Researchers are working to develop a vaccine that could prevent childhood cancers. Gayle Guyardo reports.
Young boy battling a rare form of bone cancer, sees his tumors shrink after a controversial treatment.
There is important and very encouraging news tonight in the fight against melanoma. A new treatment approach is getting some excellent results, and could be used to fight all kinds of cancer.
A new study finds cancer patients are over two and a half times more likely to file for bankruptcy that people without cancer.
Men who are physically fit during middle age have a reduced risk of developing and dying from lung and colorectal cancers.
Genetic testing has been in the news recently with Angelina Jolie revealing that she underwent a double mastectomy after discovering she had a high risk of gene mutation. What is genetic testing and will it be available to everyone in the near future?
Actress Angelina Jolie announced recently that she'd had a double mastectomy as a way to prevent breast cancer. Anne Marie Tierno reports on the tough decisions some women make when they learn they have the cancer-causing gene.
Dr. Marc Avram of the Hair Foundation provides tips for managing hair loss induced by chemotherapy.
In this video, Dr. Freda Lewis Hall, Chief Medical Officer at Pfizer, shares her five tips that will help guide women through being diagnosed with breast cancer and what options they have from that point on. The diagnosis may be out of your hands, but making sure you're getting the best care possible and feel comfortable the entire way through starts with you.
For Entertainment Tonight host Brooke Anderson, raising awareness for breast cancer research and prevention became personal last December, when her mother was diagnosed with breast cancer. Brooke sat down recently with Dr. Freda Lewis-Hall, Chief Medical Officer of Pfizer, to talk about the emotional journey her family has since gone through, including the devastating moment her mother broke the news.
Brooke Anderson has had quite a journey in the months following her mother's diagnosis with breast cancer. Early detection turned out to be key in her mom's case, and support from the family was critical. Now, the ET host shares her mother's story with Dr. Freda Lewis Hall, Chief Medical Officer of Pfizer. "I think sometimes as women, we feel mistakenly, that we are invincible," Brooke says about her mother's diagnosis, and explains how friends and family rallied to help during the hard times
Since her mother's breast cancer diagnosis, Brooke Anderson is working with her health care team to be more proactive with her own medical treatments, and is urging others to do the same. Telling her story to Pfizer Chief Medical Officer Freda Lewis-Hall, MD, Brooke says that now, post-scare, she's not hesitant to raise questions, and through this journey Brooke has learned "it's up to each of us to be vigilant" about your health.
Beating cancer requires a lot of support: people to drive you to and from treatment, a shoulder to cry on and more. But what happens when you have few who understand or can help? We talk to survivors about strategies to beat cancer in isolation. Guest Erica J. Martinex shares her story.
Beating cancer requires a lot of support: people to drive you to and from treatment, a shoulder to cry on and more. But what happens when you have few who understand or can help? We talk to survivors about strategies to beat cancer in isolation. Guest Michael Solomon shares his story.
Full Segment: Beating cancer requires a lot of support: people to drive you to and from treatment, a shoulder to cry on and more. But what happens when you have few who understand or can help? We talk to survivors about strategies to beat cancer in isolation.
Actress Angelina Jolie announced Tuesday that she had a preventative double-mastectomy after testing positive for BRCA1. It's a genetic defect that increases the risk of cancer. Texas wife & mother Stephanie Hengstenberg has the same story. She had a double mastectomy and hysterectomy in 2009. This is her story, in her own words.
Mammograms can be used to see if tamoxifen is working in breast cancer patients.
A solution to the deadly cancer may be coming from a surprising place. See what helped one woman, and could help many others.
A new experimental treatment for certain types of cancer enables the body's immune system to seek out and destroy cancer cells without damaging the body's healthy cells. See how it works.
There's new information about a drug that's been prescribed to breast cancer survivors for decades. Find out how it could change how the medication is prescribed for many women.
May 6th is Melanoma Monday, part of Skin Cancer Awareness Month. Learn from experts and survivors about warning signs and misperceptions surrounding this deadly disease and how to spot melanoma before it spreads. Guest Andrea Heitker shares her story.
Women considered "high risk" for breast cancer could benefit from preventive hormone therapy, like the drugs tamoxifen or raloxifene.
A new research in the Mayo Clinic in Minnesota sees Doctors killing off cancerous tumors by freezing them.
Chemotherapy has many side effects, including hair loss. But when Tricia was diagnosed with breast cancer two years ago, she turned to cold cap therapy to reduce hair loss during treatment.
Chemotherapy has many side effects, including hair loss. Oncologist Dr. Lawrence Piro explains chemo and radiation, and how the Penguin Cold Cap can help reduce hair loss.
Can black spots on the tongue signal melanoma? Oral and maxillofacial surgeon Dr. Steven Kupferman explains.
A new laser procedure for brain tumors could bring hope to patients.
An early diagnosis can mean the difference between life an death when it comes to lung cancer, but screenings are usually only targeted to smokers, even though anyone with lungs can develop the disease.
A new, simple saliva test may predict your risk of ovarian, breast and prostate cancer.
One million Americans are diagnosed with cancer every year, and that includes medical professionals. Orthopedic surgeon Dr. Bill Stetson opens up about being diagnosed with prostate cancer.
HPV, a virus known to lead to cervical cancer, may also trigger some forms of lung cancer.
Audience member Autumn says she's concerned about a mole on her left rib cage, and another on her left ear. Plastic surgeon Dr. Andrew Ordon examines each one.
A man celebrates his wife's last chemotherapy treatment in a unique way.
Bowel cancer affects both men and women. In the UK, around 95% of cases occur in people over the age of 50. This video filmed with Bowel Cancer UK outlines who is most at risk of developing bowel cancer.
Researchers were working to understand more about breast cancer when they discovered special cells from breast tissue that have the ability to change, much like embryonic stem cells.
Rick was diagnosed with thyroid cancer in 2004 and did not respond to his initial treatments. In this video he gives us an insight into what it has been like living with the condition.
Lori was diagnosed with thyroid cancer in 2008. Until then she had never thought about her thyroid gland. In this video she details the things that have helped her to deal with her condition.
By the time Sarah was diagnosed with breast cancer in May 2010, it had already spread to her bones. In this short video she tells us how she has dealt with her ongoing treatments, family and day to day life.
Losing your hair can be hard for cancer patients, but support from family and community can make it easier.
A new device is targeting the disease in kids with pinpoint precision! We'll show you the new weapon that's helping kill cancer.
More than 225-thousand Americans will be told they have lung cancer this year. Now, new technology is helping doctors find possible problems earlier than ever before!
A man who lost his daughter to a cancer cluster shares his heartbreaking story.
One of Rachael Ray's viewers has her first mammogram, and a doc explains why you should not avoid having one done.
During a routine check-up in 2010 to prepare for her second child, former Olympic gymnast Shannon Miller was diagnosed with a rare form of ovarian cancer. See how she overcame the odds and is once again a mother-to-be.
In a daytime television exclusive, legendary actress, author and humanitarian Valerie Harper joins The Doctors for her first on-camera interview following her announcement of terminal brain cancer. Her extremely rare form of brain cancer, known as leptomeningeal carcinomatosis, affects the meninges of the brain. Hear how Valerie describes her condition in simple, comprehensible terms.
In a daytime television exclusive, legendary actress, author and humanitarian Valerie Harper joins The Doctors for her first on-camera interview following her announcement of terminal brain cancer. Her extremely rare form of brain cancer, known as leptomeningeal carcinomatosis, affects the meninges of the brain. Dr. Ronald Natale, the Medical Director of the Clinical Lung Program at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, explains how targeted therapy is used to identify specific mutations.
In a daytime television exclusive, legendary actress, author and humanitarian Valerie Harper joins The Doctors for her first on-camera interview following her announcement of terminal brain cancer. Valerie's husband of 26 years, Tony Cacciotti, joins her on The Doctors ' stage. See how he is handling the devastating news.
In a daytime television exclusive, legendary actress, author and humanitarian Valerie Harper joins The Doctors for her first on-camera interview following her announcement of terminal brain cancer. Valerie's doctors from Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles explain how a recurrence of lung cancer led to her extremely rare form of brain cancer, known as leptomeningeal carcinomatosis.
In a daytime television exclusive, legendary actress, author and humanitarian Valerie Harper discusses her devastating diagnosis of terminal brain cancer.
In a daytime television exclusive, legendary actress, author and humanitarian Valerie Harper joins The Doctors for her first on-camera interview following her announcement of terminal brain cancer. Hear Valerie's outlook on life and death.
See the latest and most efficient technology for colon cancer screenings - the Third Eye Retroscope, which provides both forward and retrograde imagery.
Every year, close to 150,000 Americans are diagnosed with colorectal cancer, a disease that's treatable if caught in its early stages. In recognition of National Colon Cancer Screening Day, The Doctors are joined by gastroenterologist Dr. Jorge Rodriguez to discuss the screening guidelines to prevent colon cancer.
On March 5, 2013, Venezuelan president Hugo Chavez died from complications with cancer after publicly announcing his diagnosis in June of 2011. He was 58 years old. Certain reports state that people closest to him believe someone, or perhaps even another nation, conspired to infect him with cancer. Board-certified oncologist Dr. Lawrence Piro discusses how cancer develops in the body and whether it's possible to deliberately induce the disease.
Just this week, legendary TV actress Valerie Harper shocked the world with her devastating announcement of having terminal brain cancer. People magazine first revealed Valerie's diagnosis in their exclusive interview in the current issue, on newsstands now. Valerie has been informed by her doctors that she likely has just three months to live. Board-certified oncologist Dr. Lawrence Piro weighs in on how a patient may handle such tragic news.
A new platform, Personal Ink, helps breast cancer survivors move on through a non-traditional option for healing - tattoo art. Survivors Molly Ortwein and Ann Marie Giannino-Otis tell their stories.
The Doctors has an exciting partnership with USA Weekend magazine as the exclusive medical contributors to its weekly HealthSmart column! E.R. physician Dr. Travis Stork explains how the latest article focuses on ways to reduce the risk of colorectal cancer.
TV personality 28-year-old Diem Brown is battling ovarian cancer for the second time and reveals the emotional process of hair loss while undergoing chemotherapy.
TV personality 28-year-old Diem Brown is battling ovarian cancer for the second time. Hear how she preserved her fertility against the odds. And, learn about MedGift, a patient gift registry and social network.
A groundbreaking therapy uses an altered form of the HIV virus to cure leukemia. Oncologist Dr. Stephan Grupp reveals more about this amazing advancement.
TV personality, cancer survivor and current patient, 28-year-old Diem Brown, shares her incredible outlook on battling ovarian cancer for the second time.
A new study analyzing a test that determines who does or doesn't need chemotherapy shows the process is highly accurate.
Each year 41-thousand people are told they have a brain tumor. Now, a new device is helping put a cap on tumor growth.
Lumpectomy and radiation leads to higher survival rates among early stage breast cancer patients than mastectomy.
After undergoing intense treatments, cancer patients often receive little help to return to normal life, but now there's an increasing focus on the needs of survivors.
Cancer survivor Glen Valentine joins Abby to talk about beating cancer and making exceptional progress by joining the STAR Rehab Program.
After undergoing intense treatments, cancer patients often receive little help to return to normal life, but now there's an increasing focus on the needs of survivors. Dr. Julie Silver, Darryle Pollack, Tiffany Williams and Glen Valentine join Abby to discuss.
A 16-year-old former cancer patient repaid the goodwill extended to her when she was confined to a bed as she fought for her life last year.
Natalie Shepherd spoke to a woman who is partnering her budding cleaning business with a national non-profit organization to offer cleaning services free of charge to women battling cancer.
A new study divides breast cancer into four genetically distinct types. This could lead to new treatments.
There is health news that is getting a lot of attention: it's about breast cancer, and what is being called a new road map for understanding this disease, and coming up with more targeted, effective treatments.
New technology helps doctors biopsy breast cancer patients in a way that's less intrusive.
A new study links lack of sleep to more aggressive types of breast cancer.
Women with dense breasts do not face an increased risk of dying from breast cancer, contrary to past research findings.
Encouraging news in the fight against breast cancer. A test that could lead to a simple way of telling women, who have already been treated for breast cancer - whether their disease could come back.
Radiosurgery gives patients a less invasive option for several forms of cancer.
Chest radiation, including mammograms , before the age of 30 increases breast cancer risk among women who carry the gene for the disease.
A student won the Google Science in Action Competition after creating a computer program that diagnoses breast cancer.
Breast cancer patients who need reconstructive surgery prefer to see in-person examples of surgical options, rather than before and after photos.
Important health news about breast cancer: a new study shows women who are obese are more likely to suffer a recurrence than thinner patients, and losing weight after diagnosis can lead to better outcomes all around.
A new study finds females treated with radiation for childhood cancers have a higher risk of breast cancer by the age of 50 - similar to women who carry the breast cancer gene.
An apple a day may help prevent cancers of the throat and mouth, colon, lung and possibly breast.
Cranberries contain benzoic acid, which may inhibit the growth of lung cancer, colon cancer and some forms of leukemia.
The brighter and richer the pigment on a fruit or vegetable, the higher the level of healthy, cancer-fighting nutrients.
Florida town fights back against cancer pollutants possible caused by a local facility.
Losing hair can be devastating for cancer patients who are already dealing with battling a deadly disease. One woman started an organization that donates wigs, which are very expensive, to patients who can't afford them.
Immediate health risk must be weighed agianst radiation-induced cancer risk.
Aerobic exercise can help with fatigue associated with cancer and cancer treatments.
An 11-year-old boy has worked for more than two years to give a gift to a stranger. Despite taunts from classmates, Cole Griesman has grown his hair in order to donate to children with cancer.
Young cancer patient receives his Christmas wish to fly in a helicopter.
A drug to treat diabetes may help patients with ovarian cancer.
Young girl is diagnosed with bone cancer after losing her mom, but still carries on.
Researchers identify physiological evidence for 'chemo brain'.
Dr. Nancy reports on a new study suggests that most women who have a double mastectomy to keep their breast cancer from coming back... actually don't need it.
Dr. Nancy Snyderman talks with Natalie Morales about the latest in mammograms to the latest treatment and research when it comes to breast cancer.
A new study suggests mammograms may not be reducing the death rate from breast cancer as much as previously thought.
New mammography guidelines may be missing cancers in younger women.
Thanks to the advances in genetic testing... many women are finding out if they're predisposed to breast cancer.
There is news about a lifesaving drug that could be a game changer in the fight against breast cancer. Should women take Tamoxifen for twice as long as they do now?
Genetic testing is helping many women become pro-active about their health. Doctors say knowing whether they are predisposed to a certain type of cancer gives patients an opportunity to plan ahead. Dr. Bruce Hensel reports.
New digital mammogram is more accurate than others.
Women diagnosed with breast cancer may be more likely to develop diabetes.
Cancer survivor shows her reconstructive surgery after a mastectomy, to help women make better decisions.
Police officer fighting breast cancer continued to how up for duty until it became physically impossible.
A shortage of chemotherapy drugs may have caused more patients to relapse.
Genetics are known to play a role in your risk for cancer -- but your parents' age when they were diagnosed is also a factor.
Dr. Nancy Snyderman takes a comprehensive look at cancer in this country.
Many smokers start out the New Year with great intentions of quitting -- but most relapse if they can't get help. Erika Edwards reports on the pitfalls of quitting smoking.
The money spent on breast cancer screening for older women may be unwarranted.
The hallmark of sickle cell disease -- misshapen red blood cells -- may be used to help fight cancerous tumors.
There is big news in the war on cancer, including a stunning progress report on how many lives are being saved.
The American Cancer Society says annual CT scans of the lungs are an effective screening tool for lung cancer among smokers.
A new report reveals cancer is now the leading cause of death among Hispanics in the US.
The nation's largest cancer hospital, MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, has announced it's pouring $3 billion into a major push to cure several types of cancer over the next decade.
A new study finds drinking at least one alcoholic beverage a day increases a woman's risk for breast cancer by 5%. Drinking more than that can boost the risk by 50%!
Dr. Nancy Reports on Singer Sheryl Crow as she had to deal with a brain tumor, one that is more common that you might think, especially for women in a certain age group.
Dr. Nancy Sndyerman reports on a story from the world of medicine that could end up affecting every American.
Studies show four hours of exercise per week decreased risk of death and recurrence in breast cancer patients by up to 34 percent. Doreen Gentzler reports.
There's a growing body of evidence that shows a daily aspirin can help prevent and treat many types of cancers. But experts say this doesn't mean the majority of us should start taking the drug as a way of warding off deadly diseases.
The fact that 16-year-old Jonathan Muniz is playing his saxophone is incredible. Just three weeks ago, he became one of the first teens in the world to undergo robotic surgery for lung cancer.
The FDA has approved new drugs to treat breast cancer and multiple myeloma.
HPV is causing a rise in throat cancer cases. Monica Robins reports.
Eating a diet rich in vitamins C, E and selenium could help significantly cut the risk of developing pancreatic cancer.
Researchers are trying to determine whether diagnostic imaging tests, like CT scans and MRIs, help stage 4 cancer patients.
A 19-year-old cancer survivor from Maryland matched five numbers to win a $250,000 prize from Mega Millions. Nick Ruth has been in remission from leukemia for four years. And as Kim Dacey reports, the teen is paying it forward.
Many survivors of childhood or early adult cancers may avoid going to the doctor for routine medical care - because it's too expensive.
Finding the right cancer treatment can be tricky, especially for elderly patients who often have other, age-related medical problems. Despite this, it's possible older cancer patients can be treated successfully, even aggressively.
A daily glass of grapefruit juice could help boost the effect of an anti-cancer drug in some patients.
Women taking popular chemotherapy drugs to treat their breast cancer may face an increased risk for heart problems in the future. Herceptin is one of the drugs that causes these issues.
Olympic gold medalist and ovarian cancer survivor Shannon Miller is an advocate for breast and ovarian cancer awareness. She asks The Doctors why exercise is so beneficial after a cancer diagnosis and how cancer patients can stay active during treatment.
Doctors are putting a new spin on an old test! Researchers at Johns Hopkins University are using the pap smear to spot ovarian and endometrial cancer -- deadly forms of the disease that there are currently no screening tests for.
Heavy smokers have double the risk for a burst aneurysm.
A U.S. appeals court has ruled that cigarette companies do not need to put graphic warning labels on their products.
Claire experienced early cervical cancer symptoms but was unaware that they were related to cancer. This is her story.
After noticing an abnormal vaginal discharge, Sonia eventually decided to visit her GP. This is her story.
One of the most noticeable side-effects of cancer treatment is losing your hair, which can have a big effect on self-esteem, especially for children. Donna Rapado reports on a new program that aims to help these children.
Tanning beds are linked to a 20-percent increased risk of melanoma.
Jackson Melnick shares what it was like to have a father who had cancer when he was young and unaware of the significance of it all.
Maya Silver discusses how finding out her mom had cancer when she was fifteen deeply affected her life.
Full Segment: Over 12 million kids are dealing with a parent with cancer. We talk to the children of survivors about what helped them cope with their parents' illness.
Boosting the power of umbilical cord blood in the lab before transplant can increase its ability to help patients.
Walnuts are linked to a lower risk for kidney and colon cancers.
The secret to treating millions of cancer patients might be hidden in a mushroom. Gary Chittim shows us how researchers are unlocking the potential of the turkey tail.
The good news, and the not-so-good news, from the government's Annual Report to the Nation.
The Doctors' producers traveled coast to coast in search of the most beautiful men in medicine to bring you a full year of helpful health tips and handsome faces with the Most Beautiful Doctors in America 2013 calendar. Meet Dr. May: Radiologist Dr. Jeff Masi.
The Doctors' producers traveled coast to coast in search of the most beautiful men in medicine to bring you a full year of helpful health tips and handsome faces with the Most Beautiful Doctors in America 2013 calendar. Meet Dr. September: Family practitioner Dr. Weston "Wiggy" Saunders.
Turmeric, a spice found in many popular Indian dishes, may help ward off prostate cancer.
Early detection saves lives, but a new study shows screenings rates for some types of cancer are down.
Full Segment: A NYC health department study has found no clear link between cancer and the dust, debris and fumes released by the burning wreckage of the twin towers after 9/11.
12-million cases of cancer will be diagnosed this year. People getting biopsies for various reasons may have to wait days or more than a week to find if they're one of them. But a new kind of biopsy is changing that!
Beating breast cancer is not always the end of the fight for women who overcome it. Many face overwhelming exhaustion during and after treatment. We have ways for survivors to eat away fatigue.
A new therapeutic vaccine 15 years in the making could make cancer kill itself! We'll show you how it works.
After comedian Tom Green was diagnosed with testicular cancer in 2000, he documented his surgery and the cancer special aired on MTV. Today, his fight with testicular cancer is part of his stand-up comedy routine and he works to raise awareness about the importance of men seeing their doctors. He joins The Doctors to talk about his experience.Green said he noticed something was wrong when he experienced testicular pain so he went to the doctor, but he says men often ignore symptoms.
Green's urologic oncologist, Dr. Sia Daneshmand, explains the most common symptom of testicular cancer is a non-tender mass in the testicle. Dr. Daneshmand says that before any surgery, men are asked if they would like to bank their sperm in case their fertility is affected. And, plastic surgeon Dr. Andrew Ordon notes that men can choose to get an implant to replace the testicle if it has to be removed.
After comedian Tom Green was diagnosed with testicular cancer in 2000, he documented his surgery and the cancer special aired on MTV. Today, his fight with testicular cancer is part of his stand-up comedy routine and he works to raise awareness about the importance of men seeing their doctors. He joins The Doctors to talk about his experience.
Full Segment: Studies show that positive attitudes affect illness outcomes. How can we restructure medical care to put the patient, not the illness center stage?
Robert Castoro chats with Alicia about his family's history of cancer, his 'f*** cancer' haircut and how he managed to stay strong while battling his illness.
Stacy Oberschmidt chats with Alicia about her battle with cancer, and how she took proactive measures to make her struggle more bearable.
Can a simple breath test help doctors diagnose colon cancer?
Disco legend Robin Gibb of The Bee Gees passed away from colorectal cancer in 2012. Gastroenterologist Dr. Jorge Rodriguez explains the importance of routine colonoscopy exams and knowing your family history when it comes to colorectal cancer prevention.
Jonny Imerman, founder of Imerman Angels, tells us about dealing with cancer in his twenties and trying to lead a normal dating life during treatment, and how he coped with personality change and relationships after he recovered.
Matthew Zachary, Founder/CEO of Stupid Cancer, tells Alyona Minkovski of a time he told a girl he was dating that he had survived brain cancer and she freaked out hysterically.
Full Segment: Being diagnosed with cancer as a young adult can make dating more complicated. But just because you're battling the "big C" doesn't mean you can't find love.
William Courtney, Medical Doctor and Professor of Clinical Cannabis, tells Alyona Minkovski how a baby has been effectively treated for cancer using medicinal marijuana.
Erin Purchase and Brandon Krenzler, parents of "Brave Mykayla," a 7-year-old with leukemia, tell Alyona Minkovski why and how they treat their child's symptoms with medicinal marijuana.
Full Segment: More women are undergoing preventative mastectomies. But do prophylactic mastectomies really prevent cancer? Or do they give women a false sense of security?
What you don't do now could cause colon cancer later. We'll tell you what you need to know about potentially life-saving colonoscopies.
Research shows that certain amphibious and reptilian species have a reduced susceptibility to cancer. The Doctors and animal expert Suzi Rapp explain why.
Plastic surgeon Dr. Andrew Ordon explains how skin cancer can be removed from the scalp. Plus, the ABC's of detecting skin cancer.
Facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Patrick Byrne explains Sherrie's groundbreaking ear replacement procedure.
Plastic surgeon Dr. Andrew Ordon explains how doctors were able to grow a new ear in Sherrie's forearm.
In a The Doctors exclusive, when skin cancer destroyed Sherrie's ear, modern medicine helped her grow a new one - on her arm. Hear Sherrie's story.
In a The Doctors exclusive, when skin cancer destroyed Sherrie's ear, modern medicine helped her grow a new one - on her arm. Sherrie describes her experiences with basal cell carcinoma and her unique ear replacement procedure.
Dr. Gail Saltz, bestselling author and psychiatrist, describes how we can cope with the recurring effects of a cancer diagnosis. Part of the series Mondays with Marlo on MarloThomas.com.
Brazilian singer and songwriter Fabiana Passoni recounts her remarkable story of survival and determination.
Watch the remarkable story of Brazilian singer and songwriter Fabiana Passoni, who had to overcome breast cancer and weight gain while pregnant with triplets.
Research looks at whether taking cholesterol-lowering statins is linked to reduced risk of death from cancer.
Can smoking marijuana cause testicular cancer? Urologist Dr. David Josephson weighs in.
The Doctors have an exciting partnership with USA Weekend magazine. E.R. physician Dr. Travis Stork explains how the latest article focuses on tips to fight against prostate cancer.
What happens after testicular cancer treatment? Will you lose your testicles?
What are the treatments for testicular cancer and will they make you infertile?
What are common symptoms of testicular cancer and how do you correctly check your testicles for lumps
Hard hats, hammers, and hi-tech healing! Get a behind the scenes look at the new machine that could revolutionize the way doctors treat cancer
Targeting breast cancer with pinpoint precision--see the treatment that's dramatically cutting down on radiation exposure while still reducing the risk of recurrence
Vicki Singer Wolff endured a tumultuous year in which she, her mother, and her brother were all diagnosed with breast cancer, and she sat down to talk about how they persevered through the power and support of family.
Harvey Singer shares his story of being a male breast cancer survivor with Jacob, and explains the potential genetic link to it.
Mike Partain shares his story of being a male breast cancer survivor with Jacob, and explains the potential environmental link to the disease.
Breast cancer is almost always associated with women, mothers and pink ribbons. But why is male breast cancer rarely discussed? Janet learns the stories of male breast cancer survivors Mike Partain and Harvey Singer as well as information from Dr. Richard Clapp.
Breast cancer is almost always associated with women, mothers and pink ribbons. But why is male breast cancer rarely discussed?
Skin cancers account for 80-percent of all new cancers diagnosed each year. What you don't know about the disease could kill you. Take our quiz and check out a new tool making it easier to spot melanoma.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, but it's not necessarily the death sentence it used to be. Janet talks with survivor Monica Theis and learns her incredible story.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, but it's not necessarily the death sentence it used to be. Janet talks with survivor Amy Kalisher and learns her incredible story.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, but it's not necessarily the death sentence it used to be. Janet talks with survivor Karen Hull and learns her incredible story.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, but it's not necessarily the death sentence it used to be. We salute advancements in treatment and survivors of the disease. Janet talks with survivors Amy Kalisher, Karen Hull and Monica Theis as well as Dr. Alisan Goldfarb.
E.R. physician Dr. Travis Stork illustrates how a large tumor can cause life-threatening breathing and blood circulation problems.
General surgeon Dr. David Dupree explains how he removed a 51-pound tumor from the abdomen of a New Jersey woman.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, but it's not necessarily the death sentence it used to be. We salute advancements in treatment and survivors of the disease.
Annette Leal Mattern, President and Co-Founder of the Ovarian Cancer Alliance of Arizona, offers advice and shares how she advocates for the health of women with ovarian cancer.
Founder/CEO of First Descents, Brad Ludden, explains how kayak adventure therapy is helping people suffering from cancer to stay optimistic and motivated.
Imagine losing your tongue to disease. Every year about 30-thousand people develop cancers of the mouth and it most often affects the tongue. Now, doctors are using new surgical techniques that help turn another body part into a tongue replacement.
16,000 new cases of liver cancer are diagnosed each year. Surgery to remove tumors can be risky and lead to serious complications. Now, new technology is giving doctors directions to kill a killer.
Researchers identify genetic markers that may help predict which prostate cancer patients are at higher risk for erectile dysfunction after treatment.
Medical technology has brought us breakthroughs and life-saving treatments allowing millions to live longer. But at what point is it too much? We explain why living longer may not always be better.
Actress Fran Drescher and The Doctors discuss how to determine if certain consumer products are carcinogenic or safe for your health.
Actress Marg Helgenberger, familiar to fans as CSI's Catherine Willows, discusses her mother's fight with cancer and why she's decided to partner with Stand Up 2 Cancer to help eradicate the disease. Visit standup2cancer.org to learn more about how you can help.
Otolaryngologist Dr. Babak Larian and facial reconstructive surgeon Dr. Babak Azizzadeh illustrate how they performed Jeff's tumor removal operation and reconstructed his face with tissue and fat grafts.
After living for years with an unexplained growth on his temple, 51-year-old Jeff was diagnosed with stage 4 melanoma. Remarkably, he remains symptom-free, despite being given only a few months to live.
After being diagnosed with stage 4 melanoma, 51-year old Jeff underwent a surgery to have a tumor removed. Watch how surgeons removed a tumor in his parotid gland and recontoured the indentation left in his face.
Actress Charlotte Rae, best known for her role as Mrs. Garrett on "The Facts of Life", sits down to discuss her battle with pancreatic cancer, and how getting checked out can give you an early warning.
By 2040, cancer rates in over 65s could triple. Are some cancers becoming so common that pre-emptive surgery is a solution? Or is operating on healthy patients wrong?
Terri is concerned about her husband, David, who refuses to get a colonoscopy even though colon cancer, one of the deadliest forms of cancer, runs in his family. More than 50,000 people die every year of colon cancer often because it's diagnosed too late. The Doctors and oncologist Dr. Lawrence Piro bring David face to face with the consequences of neglecting routine colonoscopies.
Terri is concerned about her husband, David, who refuses to get a colonoscopy even though colon cancer, one of the deadliest forms of cancer, runs in his family. Pediatrician Dr. Jim Sears sits down with David to tell him his personal story with colon cancer and to encourage him to undergo the exam.
Terri is concerned about her husband, David, who refuses to get a colonoscopy even though colon cancer, one of the deadliest forms of cancer, runs in his family. The Doctors and oncologist Dr. Lawrence Piro convince David to undergo the exam. Hear his results and how the Health Scare Experiment changed his outlook on prevention.
Radiation oncologist and brain specialist Dr. Paul Pagnini explains the warning signs of brain tumors as well as how they can be detected and treated.
While colon cancer is one of the deadliest forms of cancer, if caught early, it's also one of the most preventable. Now, a new test could help save thousands from it.
13-thousand people will die from brain cancer this year. But doctors hope a gene with a death wish will help destroy deadly brain tumors.
Activist Yael Cohen discusses the touching inspiration behind starting her cancer awareness charity, and the strikingly direct delivery system she chose to help educate young people about the importance of early detection.
Previously on The Doctors, 12-year-old Leukemia fighter Kinley attempted to make a big-time beauty statement through the iconic Barbie brand. Today, see how Kinley's campaigning paid off!
Cancer claims the lives of more than a half million Americans each year. The lengthy battle against cancer has been one of human ingenuity, dramatic technologic advancement, and tireless commitment, but also of misperception, endless complexity, and frustration. Leading cancer researchers discuss the discoveries, and their collective hope for the future.
The Haven offers support to breast cancer patients in the UK. Watch our video interview with cancer survivor Amanda Meeling.
In this video interview, Jan Dell, Breast Care Nurse Specialist at The Haven, discusses important issues concerning breast cancer.
Cancer patients are faced with difficult choices. The Haven offers support, advice and information. Watch our video to learn more.
Watch our video interview with Eve Warren, a life-work coach at The Haven, a breast cancer charity.
The Haven is a charity that offers care to breast cancer patients in the UK. Watch our video to learn more.
Learn about The Haven, a breast cancer charity with three locations in the UK, that helps cancer patients and their families cope with breast cancer.
Part of the battle against breast cancer is learning to deal with fear. In this video interview with a cancer patient we examine fear.
A positive outlook can help in the battle against cancer. Watch our video interview with a cancer patient who discusses positive thinking.
In this video, we learn where to get updates on breast cancer and H1N1.