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Boca Raton dermatologist Dr. Jeffrey Fromowitz said melanoma becomes deadly and spreads when the immune system can no longer keep it in check.

Florida first lady Casey DeSantis has completed her final chemotherapy treatment after a breast cancer diagnosis, Gov. Ron DeSantis said Thursday.

Our most enduring takeaway wasn’t so much the overwhelming beauty, what learned about this country and its people.

A recent study found that a drug combination may help children with a specific type of leukemia avoid chemotherapy.

Cervical cancer is also the second most common and fatal cancer in women in Sub-Saharan Africa, with more women dying of cervical cancer each year than during childbirth. “Cervical cancer is preventable and curable, as long as it is detected early and managed effectively. Yet it is the fourth most common form of cancer among women worldwide,” the World Health Organization states. When diagnosed early, cervical cancer is one of the most treatable forms of cancer. “Cervical cancer is among the highest killers of our women,” said Oluranti Doherty, director of export development of Afreximbank.

Researchers have found evidence that adding a targeted therapy to chemotherapy can improve the longevity of some lymphoma patients.

Pulmonologist Dr. Samuel Gurevich with Cleveland Clinic Weston said antibiotic resistance has led to the need for alternative treatments for pneumonia.

The World Health Organization is joining forces with the Sylvester in a mission to eradicate cervical cancer.

The 194 member nations of the World Health Assembly embraced that vision in August 2020 by adopting a global strategy to accelerate the elimination of cervical cancer — which develops silently over years — by meeting three key targets by 2030. “It will be a platform for true bidirectional engagement to come up with sustainable and scalable solutions that address gaps in vaccinating, screening, and treating cervical cancer. Many other researchers and clinicians across the University have made addressing cervical cancer one of their top academic priorities. In addition, Matthew P. Schlumbrecht, M.D., M.P.H., Sylvester’s chief of gynecologic oncology, is pursuing critical epidemiologic research demonstrating the global challenges in addressing persistent incidence of cervical cancer. At least there is an increasing likelihood of that becoming a global reality, now that the world is committed to accelerating the elimination of cervical cancer.

After switching clocks back one hour this week to standard time, many people are reporting feeling more rested and alert.

As Lung Cancer Awareness Month begins, newly eligible Americans are being urged to get screened.

If more people get HPV vaccines and regular screenings, "cervical caner will become a rare disease," one of the study's authors says.

New research is allowing for better treatment of children born with a syndrome that increases their risk of developing cancer.

Along with lowering blood pressure, researchers in China have found that replacing salt with a non-sodium-based alternative not only reduced the risk of stroke but also cut the risk of cardiovascular events by 13%.

From my very own breast surgeon to authors, non-profit heads, advocates, and artists, there are so many here in South Florida who are helping save lives year-round.

A touching surprise took place Wednesday on “The View” for a South Florida mother-daughter duo battling breast cancer at the same time.

Dr. Joseph Ladapo, Florida’s surgeon general, recently refused to wear a face mask while in the office of a state senator who is undergoing breast cancer treatment.

The Food and Drug Administration recently issued new guidance urging food manufacturers and restaurants to voluntarily reduce the amount of sodium in processed, packaged and prepared foods by 12% over the next two and a half years.

A handful of Miami-area residents started cycling during the pandemic to get healthy. But as the group grew, members started envisioning a mission.

Breast cancer survivor and local bartender Sonja Sax, along with a coworker, is donating all of her tips Thursday at Zucharello’s Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale to the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center.

Joanah Canela Bodero built a career in the medical field, but always dreamed of opening her own fitness and wellness center.

Monoclonal antibodies are known for their ability to fight off invading germs. They might also be able to work for contraception.

Researchers from John Hopkins University and the University of Washington are collaborating on a long-term observational study called Promise to learn how genetic differences can affect patient outcomes.

Dr. Paul Benedetto with the Cleveland Clinic Weston said an injection of a chemotherapy drug, coated in nanoparticles, could be a promising option for some skin cancer patients.

Researchers are touting a breakthrough in the treatment of cancerous tumors with radiation.

“To get cancer and then to get COVID and you’re told you can’t get chemo, your lifeline? “Hearing how thankful our patients are to continue their treatments, that keeps us going every day. Even when I’m walking patients outside, they’ll tell me, ‘Thank you. My family says thank you. I can’t say thank you enough.’”

13-year-old battling rare cancer goes viral 2020 has been a tough year for many. Leave it to 13-year-old Lyric Jacks to lift our spirits with her inspiring social media message, all while battling cancer. Jericka Duncan has her story.

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – Pancreatic cancer is the third leading cause of death in the United States and the 11th most commonly diagnosed cancer among Americans, recently taking the life of Jeopardy host Alex Trebek. South Florida resident Michael Fitzpatrick is a 20-year survivor of the disease, which is a rarity for a cancer that typically has a five-year survival rate. On Thursday, designated World Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Day, Fitzpatrick launched a 26-mile walk from Boca Raton to the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood in an effort to raise money to help fund research for better treatments to fight the disease. “I’m going to be honoring them through my walk.”Over 95 affiliates of the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network in 35 countries around the world are participating in events to mark this day to continue to raise awareness. Even once vaccinated, a quarter of those surveyed believe it will still take one to two years before things return to normal.

PEMBROKE PINES, Fla. – Every two minutes someone is diagnosed with lung cancer, which is currently the leading cause of cancer-related death for both men and women. She was stunned when the results came back positive for lung cancer. “I never would have thought I would get lung cancer. Raez said the results of the DNA blood test also come back faster than traditional tissue biopsy, speeding up the treatment process. While the cure rates for lung cancer are increasing so are the number of cases of the disease as the population grows.

Alex Trebek, the iconic host of Jeopardy, lost his battle with cancer and died on Sunday, according to multiple reports. is saddened to share that Alex Trebek passed away peacefully at home early this morning, surrounded by family and friends. is saddened to share that Alex Trebek passed away peacefully at home early this morning, surrounded by family and friends. Alex Trebek, Vanna White, Pat Sajak and Merv Griffin in 2006. (Photo by Lars Niki/Corbis via Getty Images) (Getty Images.)

B cells are cells that make antibodies against bacteria and viruses. Chemotherapy and COVID-19Before coronavirus, we really didn’t see patients getting more severe infections in the months after chemotherapy. However, we don’t know if patients might be more at risk for severe COVID-19 infections in the months after chemotherapy. There is also a very interesting study about cigarette use and immune system recovery after chemotherapy. In the study, smokers and nonsmokers have about the same number of B cells on average before chemotherapy, and about the same two weeks after chemotherapy.

People with darker skin are particularly vulnerable to nail tumors' risks because discolorations on or under the nail may be considered normal and go ignored. The most serious nail tumor, melanoma, may look like a brown, black, or grey line or streak on or underneath the nail. Dr. Morrison, along with Sylvester’s team of dermatological oncologists, treat malignant nail tumors, such as:melanomasquamous cell carcinoma (or Bowen’s disease)onychocytic carcinomaCommon benign (non-cancerous) nail tumors include:onychopapillomanevus (moles)lentigoonychomatricomaglomus tumorAre these tumors contagious to others? “More research will need to be done in this area to confirm any true benefit.”What is the treatment for nail tumors? “Excision of the complete nail matrix (the cells that make up the hard part of the nail) may result in permanent nail dystrophy (like a split nail).

For years, ovarian cancer has remained one of the leading causes of death for women with cancer. Oral contraceptive (birth control) pills, when taken for years, reduce the risk of ovarian cancer by as much as 50%. Many cases of the most common type of ovarian cancer, called high-grade serous carcinoma, are not ovarian at all – they start in the fallopian tube. The genes that are mutated and drive the growth of ovarian cancer cells are also mutated in STIC lesions, suggesting that they may come before actual cancer. Older studies from Europe suggest that taking this action may reduce ovarian cancer rates for a large population.

While it may help prevent sunburns, sunscreen with an SPF below 15 provides no protection from skin cancer or wrinkles. SPF 30 filters out about 97% of harmful UVB rays, SPF 50 blocks about 98%, and SPF 100 can protect you from 99%. Sunscreen tipsWear SPF 30 or higher sunscreen every day. Sun protection for babies and childrenProtecting the skin as a child and teenager can significantly reduce the risk of skin cancer and premature skin aging as an adult. The Food and Drug Administration advises that babies younger than 6 months do not wear sunscreen, but rather stay out of the sun altogether or wear with clothing with UPF (Ultraviolet Protection Factor) built in.

NEW YORK – A panel of health experts wants U.S. adults to start getting colon cancer screenings at age 45, five years younger than it previously recommended. The group is proposing that adults of average risk for colon cancer be screened from ages 45 to 75. The task force advice on screening doesn't apply to those with colon cancer, polyps or a family history of colon cancer or genetic disorders that increase their risk. Colon cancer, along with rectal cancer, is the third leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S., with an estimated 148,000 new cases this year. With the change, doctors should feel comfortable recommending colon cancer screens to younger patients, said the cancer group's Robert Smith.

With that, they began distributing food packs in the impoverished neighborhoods in Dhaka. Eventually, they succeeded in bringing about 120 organizations and business houses under one umbrella for their aid campaign, Mission Save Bangladesh. Kadir spoke with The Associated Press as he and other volunteers visited a cancer hospital in Dhaka to distribute food packs. The group provided food packs to about 13,000 families and another 60,000 individuals. Abdullah Biswas, a father of a cancer patient in a specialized cancer hospital in Dhaka, was happy to get food packs.

When Hillary Calhoun’s fertility doctor brought her in for a procedure and then a nurse called her just a few short business days later, asking her to come into the office immediately, the now-36-year-old had a hunch something wasn’t right.

I also have a history of breast cancer in my family: my mom had it, my dad’s sister had it, and it has struck numerous cousins, too. It was the MRI that saw what the mammograms and breast ultrasounds missed: a nearly eight centimeter area of cancer in my left breast. So it was a very extensive area,” said Susan Kesmodel, M.D., director of breast surgical oncology at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center/University of Miami Hospital and Clinics. I can’t believe how lucky I was to hear from others who unflinchingly shared their own cancer stories with me. Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center and the Miami Dolphins are teaming up again to fund cancer research.

One in two men and one in three women will be diagnosed with cancer, but many don’t know how it develops, the most common forms or how it’s treated

Sensitive new prenatal blood tests can reveal surprising health information about the mother as well as the baby. In some cases, they've even discovered cancer. Dr. Mallika Marshall reports.

An excerpt of Morley Safer's May 1973 report on the progress of immunotherapy and the search for a cure for cancer

Cancer "changes the way you look at the sunset" A leading role in "Homeland" has changed Mandy Patinkin's professional life, but before that, cancer altered his real world.

Cancer may never be wiped out, study shows Since 1971, the National Cancer Institute has spent $90 billion on research and treatments. Cancer expert Dr. David Agus joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss whether we can really find a cure for the disease.

Pancreatic cancer to become second most fatal cancer Lung cancer is currently the deadliest cancer, followed by colorectal and breast cancers. But as deaths from many cancers drop, the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network predicts pancreatic cancer will rise from the fourth to the second leading cause of cancer death by 2020. Alexis Christoforous reports.