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Herpes Virus Can Cause The Brain Cancer That Took Senators Ted Kennedy and John McCain, New Findings From Respected Medical Researchers
Does herpes virus human cytomegalovirus (hCMV) cause glioblastoma (GBM)? This is the aggressive, incurable brain cancer that Senator John McCain died from in 2018 and Senator Ted Kennedy almost a decade earlier in 2009. There is reportedly a link, but not yet confirmed as an official cause, however a study out of France, published in March, has made a mark in further analyzing the potential cancer-causing virus.
Sen. Amy Klobuchar Undergoing Radiation for Breast Calcification — The Risks Of These Changes Especially After Having Cancer
Minnesota Senator Amy Klobuchar, a breast cancer survivor, says she is undergoing precautionary radiation treatment for a breast calcification, a "small white spot," that turned up on a routine six-month scan.
21-Year-Old Had Persistent Numbness, Doctors Brushed Off as Dehydration or Anxiety, But Then They Found Ovarian Cancer
Molly Smith, at 20 years old, began feeling numbness in her arms and legs. Concerned, she went to the doctor, but they were quick to dismiss what she was experiencing as dehydration or anxiety. As the symptoms progressed, affecting her ability to dance or even walk, she kept pushing for answers – and eventually found out she had ovarian cancer.
Fitness Icon Richard Simmons Is Dancin’ His Way to His 80s as He Turns 76, Jokes About His ‘Candle on a Zucchini’ Birthday Cake & Super Healthy Lifestyle
Lovable fitness icon Richard Simmons – the high-energy host of the 1980s Sweatin' to the Oldies workout videos and Slimmons franchise – proudly turned 76 years old on Friday.
Natural Killer Cells: Is This The Next Generation of Immunotherapy? Understanding The FDA Approval in Bladder Cancer
Receptor engineering has significantly advanced NK cell-based cancer immunotherapies. As technical hurdles are overcome, these innovative treatments are poised to revolutionize cancer immunotherapy.
Michael Strahan Gives Positive Update on Daughter Isabella’s Cancer Battle: ‘Everything Is Good, It’s Working Out’
ABC personality Michael Strahan, 52, gave a positive update on his 19-year-old daughter Isabella's health battle in a sweet exchange with Kevin Jonas, 35, on Wednesday.
Fan Sweetheart Hockey Star Oskar Lindblom Beats Cancer, Get Engaged & Is Back On The Ice
Hockey star Oskar Lindblom, who previously played with the Philadelphia Flyers and San Jose Sharks of the National Hockey League (NHL), appears to be thriving after battling a rare form of cancer called Ewing's sarcoma— as he recently got engaged to the love of his life and has returned to his home country of Sweden.
‘Ozempic Breasts’ — New Shrinkage Phenomenon From Rapid Weight-Loss Drugs – How to Navigate The Conflicting Body Image Issues
Ozempic, the controversial weight-loss drug, has been creating quite a stir with its rapid results since it made headlines in 2021 – but attaining a thinner physique may come at a price, as it is also causing complaints of sagging, deflated breasts and hollowed out cheeks.
Massachusetts Man’s Voice Restored by Six Surgeons, the Third Successful Total Larynx Transplant in the United States: ‘What They Did for Me Is Incredible’
Haverhill, Massachusetts native Marty Kedian, who lost his voice multiple surgeries after he was diagnosed with laryngeal cancer nearly 10 years ago, even regained his Boston accent following the miraculous procedure performed by six surgeons at Mayo Clinic in Arizona four months ago.
‘My Pals Are Saving My Life’ Says Kathy Griffin As Comedian Deals With Lung Cancer Treatment Complications and Divorce
Comedian Kathy Griffin, 63, says she is grateful for quality friendship after going through back-to-back challenges with her physical and mental health after lung cancer and divorce.
A Feat For The Ages, Jeff Bridges, 74, Filmed TV Fight Scenes with a ’12-Inch Tumor’ in His Stomach
Actor Jeff Bridges, 74, is reflecting on how 'bizarre' it is to him that he was filming fight scenes for his show The Old Man with a large tumor in his stomach without yet knowing he had cancer.
30-Years After Basic Instinct, Actress Sharon Stone, 66, Undergoes Breast Reconstruction Surgery & Goes Topless
“Basic Instinct” star Sharon Stone, 66, continues to age gracefully and unapologetically. She recently shared a somewhat revealing photo of herself topless while painting, and the actress received lots of body positivity praise.
Freeze Eggs, Beat Cancer, Get Hitched: ‘X-Men’ Actress Olivia Munn’s Wild Year– How She Coped & Stared Down Fear
"X-Men" actress Olivia Munn, 44, has just married her loving partner and comedian John Mulaney, 41, in an intimate wedding at a friends home in New York state, a milestone event for the Oklahoma-native who underwent four surgeries since her breast cancer diagnosis last year.
Mom’s ‘Unquenchable Thirst’ Wound Up Being a Rare Blood Cancer Symptom, But She Vows to ‘Keep Fighting’ – Learning About Multiple Myeloma
59-year-old Esther Shoebridge, a former optician, was experiencing numerous 'baffling' symptoms, including what she describes as an 'unquenchable' thirst, which ultimately wound up being the first sign of her blood cancer diagnosis.
A 48-Year-Old Dad of 2 Thought the Spot On His Groin Was a Birthmark. Instead, It Was Aggressive Skin Cancer
A 48-year-old father of 2 grew concerned after a spot believed to be a birthmark on his groin started changing in appearance. A biopsy determined it was a rare form of stage 2 melanoma, a type of skin cancer. After some failed treatments, he's hoping a clinical trial leads him to effective treatment.
Babysitting From a Global Superstar, The Singer Who Helped a Pro Wrestling Legend, 56, While His Wife Battled Breast Cancer
Wrestling Hall of Famer Jeff Jarrett, 56, has something in common with singer Taylor Swift that extends beyond country music; she helped babysit his daughters at a time his late wife battled breast cancer and later died in May 2007.
Why Actress Blake Lively, 36, Does Not Drink & The Increase In Lifespan Associated With No Alcohol Consumption, According To Research
Actress Blake Lively, who played Serena Van Der Woodsen in the popular TV show series "Gossip Girl," previously revealed she doesn't drink alcohol because she doesn't like it affects her—and it's a decision that may be allowing her to live longer, according to a scientist at the Canadian Institute for Substance Use Research.
Coming Out Of Retirement, Elton John, 77, To Perform At Benefit For Children’s Hospital– How He Overcame An Episode on Stage During Cancer Treatment
Legendary singer and prostate cancer survivor Sir Elton John, 77, is coming out of retirement to perform at the Dreamfest concert in San Francisco, California, to help raise money for UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospitals.
Mom of Two, 48, Was Told Her Weight Gain Was Due To Menopause, But It Turned Out To Be a 16-Pound Tumor
Karen Thrussell, from Melbourne, Australia, was busy working and being a mom to her two daughters when she started gaining weight around her stomach, something her doctors attributed to menopause. It wasn't until the 48-year-old retail consultant and lecturer noticed an unusual feeling in her abdomen which led her to seek additional medical advice, ultimately leading to a diagnosis of retroperitoneal liposarcoma, and a 16.5-pound tumor which likely had been growing for approximately five years.
Love Island’s Arabella Chi, 33, Shares Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Diagnosis In Hopes of Helping Others— Coping With Body Image & Self-Acceptance
Arabella Chi, a 33-year-old reality TV star known for being on the show "Love Island," has revealed she's been diagnosed with a hormonal imbalance known as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), a condition in which she's experienced symptoms like hair loss, painful menstrual cycles, and cystic acne.
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