Shannon Matthews' kidnapper who hid girl under bed dies from cancer
The main point of the article is the death of Michael Donovan, who was involved in the kidnapping of Shannon Matthews, which was a significant case in the UK 16 years ago. [ more ]
Those sickened by U.S. nuclear testing program take their fight to Congress
Maggie Billiman advocates for expanding and reauthorizing the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA) to support families affected by the nation's nuclear testing program. [ more ]
Make-A-Wish, White Sox surprise Park Ridge teen with 'insane experience'
A Park Ridge teen battling cancer was given a surprise by Make-A-Wish Illinois and Chicago White Sox, including throwing the first pitch and a trip to the MLB All-Star Game. [ more ]
Dear Abby: My fiance's mother seems intent on splitting us up
Dealing with a difficult future mother-in-law can be challenging, especially when she is causing strife between you and your fiance.
Consider the possibility that your fiance's mother may be behaving this way because she is frightened and in pain due to her cancer treatments. [ more ]
9/11 firefighter Bob Beckwith, who stood beside George W. Bush in iconic Ground Zero photo, dies
Retired firefighter Bob Beckwith, who appeared in an iconic photo with President George W. Bush at Ground Zero after the 9/11 attacks, has died from Ground Zero-related cancer at the age of 91.
Beckwith was praised as an American icon who personified the best of the FDNY, New York, and America during a perilous moment. [ more ]
Sloan Kettering cancer patients sick over threat of losing medical coverage under insurer Cigna: 'My heart just stopped'
Cancer patients are at risk of losing their medical coverage due to a financial dispute between Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and health insurance giant, Cigna.
Patients have received letters from Sloan Kettering informing them that Cigna plans to drop their in-network coverage, affecting their ability to receive care at the prestigious hospital. [ more ]
Newly discovered stem cell offers clues to a cancer mystery
Scientists have discovered a new type of stem cell in the spine that may explain why more cancer cells spread to the spine than other bones in the body.
The discovery of these vertebral skeletal stem cells could have implications for cancer treatment, spine fusion surgery, and osteoporosis.
The cells make a protein that is a signal to tumor cells, raising new treatment possibilities. [ more ]
Obesity and alcohol driving up bowel cancer cases among young people in UK'
Unhealthy lifestyles among younger people are contributing to cancer at an earlier age, with obesity, alcohol, and reduced physical activity being main factors.
Bowel cancer death rates among younger people, particularly women, are expected to rise in the UK but not in other European countries. [ more ]
My life will be short. So on the days I can, I really live': 30 dying people explain what really matters
A woman with stage four bowel cancer shares how her diagnosis has changed her perspective on life, prioritizing time with loved ones and experiences over career and material possessions.
Another woman diagnosed with cancer emphasizes the importance of not sweating the small stuff and indulging in life's pleasures. [ more ]
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The old Westside Pavilion will transform into a UCLA biomedical and quantum science center
The former Westside Pavilion mall in Los Angeles will be transformed into a UCLA biomedical research center focused on curing cancer and preventing global pandemics.
The UCLA Research Park will house two centers focusing on immunology and immunotherapy, as well as quantum science and engineering. [ more ]
Monsanto cites judge's alleged 'off-the-record' instruction in bid to overturn $175M Roundup verdict
Monsanto is using a judge's alleged 'off-the-record' instruction to overturn a $175 million verdict on behalf of a man who claimed Roundup caused his cancer.
Monsanto argues that the judge's instruction was coercive and violated Pennsylvania law.
The motion also contends that the judge made erroneous evidentiary rulings and that the award was excessive. [ more ]