New treatments offer hope for older patients with a deadly cancer diagnosis

Glioblastoma typically kills within 18 months, but a new type of treatment has kept Nadya El-Afandi's scans clear 17 months after diagnosis.

Gerry Connolly discloses cancer of esophagus diagnosis

Rep. Gerry Connolly (D-Va.) revealed Thursday that he has been diagnosed with cancer of the esophagus, saying he is “very confident in a successful outcome.” “A few days ago, I learned I joined the ...

Politics - The Hill - November 7

Bayern extend GK contract after cancer diagnosis

Bayern Munich goalkeeper Maria Luisa Grohs has been diagnosed with a malignant tumor, she announced on Saturday as the club extended her contract in a sign of support.

Sports - ESPN - 6 days ago

Palestinian patients evacuated from Gaza for treatment abroad

Seriously injured and ill Palestinians were evacuated in one of the biggest operations in months.

The First Crispr Treatment Is Making Its Way to Patients

It’s been a year since the gene-editing treatment Casgevy was approved for sickle cell disease and a related blood disorder. It’s finally being infused into patients.

Tech - Wired - November 15

Cancer patient in Wales denied life-extending drug

Rachel Davies is not able to access the life-extending drug because she lives in Wales.

The end of Germany’s dysfunctional coalition offers Europe new hope

Paralysis in Berlin is a big reason the EU is ill-prepared for Donald Trump’s return

World - Financial Times - November 7

Irish sportsman has 'no fear of dying' after terminal cancer diagnosis

Former Tyrone gaelic footballer Jody Gormley says he has "no fear of dying whatsoever" after revealing he has been diagnosed with terminal liver cancer.

"Dawson's Creek" alum James Van Der Beek announces cancer diagnosis

The "Dawson's Creek" alum shared the news on Sunday and said that despite the diagnosis, there is "reason for optimism, and I'm feeling good."

I'll never forget the words 'it's incurable' - Sir Chris Hoy on cancer diagnosis

Speaking to BBC Breakfast, Sir Chris Hoy says he "will never forget the words it's incurable" as he opens up about the moment he was diagnosed with stage four prostate cancer.

Cancer diagnosis was the biggest shock of my life - Sir Chris Hoy

Speaking to BBC Breakfast, six-time Olympic cycling champion Sir Chris Hoy says finding out his cancer was terminal was "the biggest shock" of his life.

Princess Kate makes her first official appearance since cancer diagnosis

Princess Kate made her official return to royal duties today following her cancer diagnosis earlier this year. She joined Prince William and King Charles for the Festival of Remembrance. NBC News' ...

Princess Kate makes rare public appearance after cancer diagnosis

Princess Kate is back in the public eye, making her first high-profile appearances since she finished chemotherapy. Kate was joined by Prince William and King Charles for the Festival of ...

"Full House" star Dave Coulier announces cancer diagnosis

The 65-year-old actor and stand-up comedian, best known for portraying Joey Gladstone on "Full House," said he first noticed symptoms in October.

A promising new treatment for PTSD

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy has long been used to combat compression sickness in divers. But at a hospital in Israel they're using it to address a very different malady - post-traumatic stress ...

Princess Kate makes first major public appearance since cancer treatment

Catherine Kate, the Princess of Wales, attended a memorial service for Britain's military veterans over the weekend. This was her first high-profile event since ending cancer treatment earlier this ...

Steve McQueen reveals he paused Blitz filming for prostate cancer treatment

Film director, who has fully recovered, backs campaign to address disproportionate impact of disease on Black men. The Oscar-winning film director and artist Steve McQueen has revealed that he ...

World - The Guardian - November 14

Study raises hopes of treating aggressive cancers by zapping rogue DNA

Tumours could be reduced by targeting genetic material driving their growth with a new drug in early-stage trials. Scientists have raised hopes of treating some of the most aggressive cases of ...

World - The Guardian - November 6

Why calendar offers hope to international rugby league

England's Test series with Samoa has whetted the appetite for international rugby league, and an improved calendar offers hope for more, writes Matt Newsum.

'A night of redemption for Carsley offers real hope for Tuchel'

The finest display of England interim manager Lee Carsley's time in charge sends a positive message to incoming coach Thomas Tuchel.

Dak Prescott injury update: Cowboys QB not placed on injured reserve ahead of Week 10, return status up in air

Prescott could return no earlier than Week 15 if placed on IR

Sports - CBS Sports - November 9

Prince William says Kate Middleton's 'doing really well' after cancer treatment

Prince William offers an update about the cancer journey of his wife, Princess Catherine's (formerly Kate Middleton). 'She's doing really well,' he said at a recent event.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - November 6

Prince William describes family's ‘brutal’ year as wife, father had cancer treatment

Britain’s Prince William described the past year as “brutal” as he faced work while his wife and father were treated for cancer

World - ABC News - November 8

New York hospitals accused of knowing urologist sexually abused patients

New York hospitals are being accused of knowing that Dr. Darius Paduch sexually abused his patients. This comes after Paduch was sentenced to life in prison. NBC News' Tom Llamas talks to an ...

Boeing’s bonds are offering juicy yields as hopes build for end to machinists strike

Boeing’s stock rose Friday on hopes for an end to a costly strike as members of its machinists union geared up for a third contract vote on Monday, but its bonds were also looking attractive.

Business - MarketWatch - November 2

With election anxieties high, accepting defeat offers hope for democracy

While there may not be a cure for our national angst, there is still one thing that works — fair play.

Easy-fit prosthetics offer hope to thousands of Gaza amputees

Children are among the thousands to have lost limbs in Gaza, forcing them to learn a new way of life.

Disney earnings offer hope that streaming can successfully supplant linear TV

Disney projects entertainment direct-to-consumer operating income will increase by about $875 million next year over fiscal year 2024.

Business - CNBC - November 15

Deadly drugs found in fake anxiety medicines being bought online in UK

A mother says she remains in "disbelief" at the lack of testing for the drugs when someone has died.

‘Exciting’ new lupus treatment could end need for lifelong medication

CAR T-cell genetic therapy, typically used in cancer patients, could lead to cure for the disease, says expert. Doctors are hailing a “groundbreaking” new treatment for lupus that genetically ...

World - The Guardian - November 8

Deadly New York-New Jersey wildfire about 50% contained

Drought conditions in the New York area are still fueling the Jennings Creek Fire along the New York-New Jersey state line. CBS News correspondent Tom Hanson has the latest from Hewitt, New Jersey.

The Music Industry Is Hoping Halloween Can Be the New Christmas

Eyeing the big business of holiday music, a few of pop’s major players are trying to expand the market for Halloween hits.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 28

Older voters prioritized personal economic issues, helped Republicans win on Election Day, new AARP poll finds

More than half of voters ages 50 and up prioritized inflation, the economy and jobs, and Social Security when determining their vote, according to the AARP.

Business - CNBC - November 15

New video of deadly NYC subway chokehold released as suspect's trial begins

Lawyers made opening statements in the trial of Daniel Penny, the Marine veteran charged in the chokehold death of a man on a New York subway last year. The prosecution argues Penny used too much ...

Fears New York buildings’ deadly toll on migratory birds could be on the rise

Annual bird survey suggests ‘particularly bad’ autumn on key migration route through city’s brightly lit skyscrapers. As fall bird migration nears its end in New York City, a troubling trend may ...

World - The Guardian - November 10

Israel targets Hezbollah in new wave of deadly strikes on Beirut

Israel is targeting Hezbollah in a new wave of deadly airstrikes in central Beirut. Lebanese civil defense officials say the attacks have killed at least 11 and wounded more than 60. Meanwhile in ...

Russell Westbrook gets back to basics, offers first glimpse of hope for fit with Nuggets in win over Nets

Westbrook scored 22 points in 21 minutes against Brooklyn on Tuesday

Sports - CBS Sports - October 30

Light in the Shadow of a Diagnosis

We are lost without human connection.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 11

Louisiana’s new law on abortion drugs establishes risky treatment delays, lawsuit claims

Louisiana’s new law categorizing two widely used abortion drugs as controlled dangerous substances is being challenged in a state court lawsuit by a physician, a pharmacist, two women who had ...

Health - ABC News - October 31

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