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COVID-19’s impact on cancer care has been 'profound,' experts say, with many delaying routine screenings

COVID-19’s impact on cancer care has been 'profound,' experts say, with many delaying routine screenings

A survey found many American adults aren’t keeping up with routine cancer screenings, citing fear of COVID-19 as the reason. But delays in diagnosis could lead to a spike in cancer deaths down the road.

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29-year-old bone cancer survivor chosen to join billionaire on SpaceX flight

29-year-old bone cancer survivor chosen to join billionaire on SpaceX flight

Hayley Arceneaux will become the youngest American in space when SpaceX’s first private flight launches this fall - and the first with a prosthesis.

February 22
Jeanette Lee, 'Black Widow' of billiards, has ovarian cancer

Jeanette Lee, 'Black Widow' of billiards, has ovarian cancer

Billiards legend and Brooklyn native Jeanette Lee, 49, has ovarian cancer.

February 19
Marriott CEO Sorenson dead at 62 after pancreatic cancer battle

Marriott CEO Sorenson dead at 62 after pancreatic cancer battle

Marriott International CEO Arne Sorenson died Monday after a battle with pancreatic cancer, the company said in a statement Tuesday.

February 16
Arizona parents thought son was battling COVID-19; turns out he was battling cancer

Arizona parents thought son was battling COVID-19; turns out he was battling cancer

Mack Porter's parents first thought their youngest of four children was battling COVID-19, since they tested positive for the virus. Now, the 2-year-old is fighting the battle of his life against lung cancer.

February 9
Man who started baking to raise money for mom’s cancer treatments quits jobs, sells cakes full-time 

Man who started baking to raise money for mom’s cancer treatments quits jobs, sells cakes full-time 

When his mother was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2018, Anthony Lewis started baking red velvet cakes using his mom's recipe, then sold them to raise money for her treatments. He had no idea it would turn into a full-time career.

February 3
Gynecological oncologist addressing disparities for Black and Hispanic women

Gynecological oncologist addressing disparities for Black and Hispanic women

A Black gynecological oncologist is working to address disparities for Black and Hispanic women who make up the bulk of HPV associated cervical cancer cases. 

February 3
‘She loved so fiercely’: Teen dies from COVID-19 after beating rare cancer 3 times

‘She loved so fiercely’: Teen dies from COVID-19 after beating rare cancer 3 times

Aspen Deke battled COVID-19 for more than two months before passing away on Saturday.

February 1
Ron Rivera cancer free; Washington Football Team coach tweets after battle with squamous cell carcinoma

Ron Rivera cancer free; Washington Football Team coach tweets after battle with squamous cell carcinoma

Finally, some good news.

January 29
'Saved by the Bell' star Dustin Diamond diagnosed with cancer

'Saved by the Bell' star Dustin Diamond diagnosed with cancer

The actor's spokesman told Fox News Thursday that Diamond is facing a "severe" diagnosis, though could not yet confirm the stage.

January 14
Arkansas doctor clears $650,000 of debt for cancer patients

Arkansas doctor clears $650,000 of debt for cancer patients

An Arkansas doctor gave hundreds of patients a clean bill to start the New Year when he cleared their debt.

January 4
Braves legend, Hall of Famer pitcher Phil Niekro dies after cancer battle

Braves legend, Hall of Famer pitcher Phil Niekro dies after cancer battle

Braves legend and Hall of Fame pitcher Phil Niekro passed away Saturday night in his sleep after a long battle with cancer. He was 81 years old.

December 27, 2020
Family wishes father battling cancer alone in hospital a special 'Merry Christmas'

Family wishes father battling cancer alone in hospital a special 'Merry Christmas'

Many hospital patients had to be alone on Christmas Day with most hospitals under quarantine due to the on-going coronavirus pandemic.

December 27, 2020
Lobos, retired Fayette County K-9, diagnosed with cancer

Lobos, retired Fayette County K-9, diagnosed with cancer

Lobos has been diagnosed with cancer and the Fayette County Sheriff's Office is asking for donations to help cover the costs of treatment.

December 21, 2020
Teen gives PlayStation 5 raffle prize to neighbor battling cancer, buys more gifts for others

Teen gives PlayStation 5 raffle prize to neighbor battling cancer, buys more gifts for others

Angel Otero gifted a PlayStation 5 to a neighbor who has been battling cancer and then managed to turn that act of kindness into gifts for more children in need.

December 2, 2020
12-year-old athlete thanks UCSF for helping her beat cancer

12-year-old athlete thanks UCSF for helping her beat cancer

Krystie Gomes and her family are thanking UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland for helping her beat cancer.

December 1, 2020
Teen cancer survivor dies after coronavirus diagnosis as Kentucky sees surge in illnesses

Teen cancer survivor dies after coronavirus diagnosis as Kentucky sees surge in illnesses

Alexis Rose Veit began feeling ill on Oct. 26, according to a Facebook post written by Travis Holder, director of Ballard County Emergency Management.

November 20, 2020
'NICU Grandpa' David Deutchman, who cuddled newborns, dies after battle with cancer

'NICU Grandpa' David Deutchman, who cuddled newborns, dies after battle with cancer

David Deutchman, the volunteer who was affectionately known as the "NICU Grandpa" at Scottish Rite's neonatal intensive care unit passed away after battling pancreatic cancer. He was 86.

November 19, 2020
Cancer cuts life of service short for Army veteran, Sarasota deputy pilot Stephen Shull

Cancer cuts life of service short for Army veteran, Sarasota deputy pilot Stephen Shull

Born with his eyes to the sky, Stephen Shull lived to fly. But at the age of 42, the Sarasota County sheriff's deputy pilot lost his life to cancer, leaving a void in his family and co-workers.

November 10, 2020
Alex Trebek spent his final day watching the horizon with his wife Jean

Alex Trebek spent his final day watching the horizon with his wife Jean

Alex Trebek spent his final day doing exactly what he wanted to, watching the horizon with his wife.

November 10, 2020
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