That’s a wrap on harmful plastic? Microplastics — which slough off larger plastics — plague everything we touch, from our food to our cleaning tools, increasing the risk of heart attacks, strokes and more. Now, a team of researchers may have devised the ideal solution. Researchers have created a new material that has the flexibility … Read more
Controversial creator Scott Adams, the cartoonist best known for “Dilbert,” is paralyzed. On Saturday, the cartoonist, 68, said on social media that he is “paralyzed below the waist” in the wake of his prostate cancer battle. “I can’t move any muscles,” he said on his Youtube channel. “I do have feeling, I just can’t move … Read more
Talk about a new joint effort in cancer care. A promising treatment approach for one of the most dangerous cancers has been identified by a team of researchers in Thailand exploring the effects of key cannabis compounds. The research team looked at the two most well-known compounds in weed plants — THC and CBD — … Read more
A Los Angeles jury awarded $40 million on Friday to two women who claimed that talcum powder made by Johnson & Johnson caused their ovarian cancer. The giant health care company said it would appeal the jury’s liability verdict and compensatory damages. The verdict is the latest development in a longstanding legal battle over claims … Read more
A quick and easy breath test could mean new hope in the early detection of pancreatic cancer, and medical experts say it could be the biggest breakthrough in the fight against the deadly disease in half a century. The novel device is currently undergoing a large-scale clinical trial in the UK — known as the … Read more
Brie Bird has died at just 9 years old. The social media star died on Thursday after a five-year battle with neuroblastoma cancer. “You are the miracle! Your purpose on earth was fulfilled, and it was the most sacred privilege to escort you home,” her family posted to Instagram on Friday. “You brought people to … Read more
King Charles delivered an emotional update on his cancer battle Friday night, revealing that doctors have scaled back his treatment plan after what he described as a positive response to care. “Today I am able to share with you the good news that thanks to early diagnosis, effective intervention and adherence to doctors’ orders, my … Read more
A sperm donor whose samples helped conceive nearly 200 children across Europe unknowingly carried a cancer-causing genetic mutation — a hidden risk now tied to multiple childhood illnesses and early deaths. An investigation led by the BBC and many other public service broadcasters revealed that the donations were made to Denmark’s European Sperm Bank (ESB). Those donations … Read more
It’s time to clear the air. While staying inside seems like a safe way to avoid the harmful effects of air pollution, it turns out that nitrogen dioxide, a toxic gas that primarily comes from cars, lurks indoors as well. A new study out of Stanford University suggests that an everyday household appliance accounts for … Read more
A creek full of cash. James Van Der Beek reportedly raised $47K for his cancer battle when he auctioned off his “Dawson’s Creek” merch. The actor, 48, teamed up with Propstore to give fans the chance to buy his memorabilia from the beloved teen drama in the Winter Entertainment Memorabilia Live Auction, which took place … Read more
Raul Malo, the soulful tenor and frontman of the genre-defying, Grammy-winning band The Mavericks, has died. He was 60. Malo died Monday night, his wife, Betty Malo, posted on his Facebook page. He had been battling cancer. The frontman of The Mavericks had documented his health journey on social media since he disclosed in June … Read more
Snake oil with a dangerous bite? Miracle Mineral Solution, also known as MMS, is a chemical mixture touted as a cure-all for everything from cancer and autism to COVID-19. The “miracle” is delivered in two small bottles: one contains a 28% sodium chlorite solution, the other an “activator” of vinegar, citric acid or hydrochloric acid. … Read more
Netflix star and country music singer Criscilla Anderson has died at 45 after a battle with cancer – and she announced the death herself in a heartbreaking social media post. The star – who appeared on Netflix’s 2020 reality show “Country Ever After“– delivered the sad news that she lost her battle with colon cancer in … Read more
Kylie Jenner is the latest A-lister hopping on the stem cell therapy bandwagon. The 28-year-old mom of two revealed that she recently underwent the procedure in the hopes of easing the “bad chronic back pain” that’s plagued her for three years, since giving birth to son Aire. “Nothing I tried seemed to help,” Kylie wrote … Read more
King Charles’ goddaughter, India Hicks, is opening up about her skin cancer diagnosis. The model, 58, revealed her condition in her weekly Substack post on Tuesday. Hicks shared that despite wanting a peaceful week at home, “life, with its own mysterious choreography, shifted the plan.” “The test results from a recent skin-cancer operation came back, and … Read more
Jessie J is opening up about the emotional embrace she shared with Kate Middleton at the Royal Variety Performance last month. The “Price Tag” singer discussed her decision to hug the Princess of Wales during the Nov. 19 event – and break royal protocol in the process – while on the UK show “This Morning” … Read more
“So You Think You Can Dance” Season 2 finalist Donyelle Jones has died. She was 46. Jones battled breast cancer for nearly ten years. “Today at 8:34am, Donyelle Denise Wilson, transitioned,” read a statement shared Tuesday on her official Instagram page. Host Cat Deeley and finalist Donyelle Jones on “So You Think Can Dance” Season … Read more
Dave Coulier recently revealed another cancer diagnosis, mere months after recovering from Stage 3 non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma back in April. The 66-year old “Full House” actor shared that he’s been diagnosed with p16 squamous carcinoma, specifically oropharyngeal tongue cancer. The second most common type of skin cancer in the US, squamous cell carcinoma also makes up … Read more
Dave Coulier is battling cancer — again. The “Full House” actor, 66, revealed Tuesday that he’s been diagnosed with tongue cancer, seven months after announcing he had beaten his battle with Stage 3 non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. “To go through chemotherapy and feel that relief of whoah, it’s gone, and then to get a test that says, well … Read more
Scientists at UCLA have developed an “off-the-shelf” cell-based immunotherapy that was able to track down and kill pancreatic cancer cells even after they had spread to other organs. In a mouse study, the treatment slowed cancer growth, extended survival and remained effective even within the harsh environment of solid tumors. “Even when the cancer tries to evade … Read more