Cancer

Ralph Federle, who had throat cancer, has one message to young people who want to start smoking or vaping: don’t do it.

The American Cancer Society is looking for volunteers to provide rides for cancer patients for their Road to Recovery program. Before the pandemic they had nearly 10,000 volunteers driving in every state.

Southern Illinois Healthcare is joining the Siteman Cancer Network - a partnership that leaders hope will increase the effectiveness of cancer treatment…

While COVID-19 has affected so many people, another disease, cancer, is still taking lives. Beth Harness, co-chair of the Relay for Life Festival says…

The SIU-Carbondale Strong Survivors Program hosted an open house Wednesday for its Cancer Rehabilitation Laboratory.Strong Survivors Program director Phil…

New data is providing fresh hope in the fight against cancer.An annual report from the American Cancer Society reveals the cancer death rate fell 2.2%…

Southern Illinois Healthcare's Community Health Needs Assessment shows the region still exceeds national averages in cancer, chronic disease, and…

Thanksgiving is the time of year when people count their blessings and cherish time spent with family, especially those dealing with health issues, such…

New research from the University of Illinois finds products of omega-3 fatty acid metabolism show anti-cancer properties in mice.Omega-3 fatty acids are…

Washington University researchers have identified specific areas of the country where women are much more likely to die from breast cancer.Across all…