10-year anniversary: 'Batkid' saves City of San Francisco from villains
Ten years ago, the City of San Francisco was under attack by the Riddler and the Penguin and needed not only the help of Batman but also his sidekick, Batkid.
Ten years ago, the City of San Francisco was under attack by the Riddler and the Penguin and needed not only the help of Batman but also his sidekick, Batkid.
Con Fire fireman dies from occupational-related cancer
Contra Costa County Fire Protection District stations will fly flags at half-staff this week for firefighter John Martinez, who died of cancer Sunday morning.
Contra Costa County Fire Protection District stations will fly flags at half-staff this week for firefighter John Martinez, who died of cancer Sunday morning.
Hundreds brave the rain to raise money for breast cancer research, celebrate survivors
Sunday morning's rain didn't stop hundreds of people from showing up for the annual Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk at Crissy Field.
Sunday morning's rain didn't stop hundreds of people from showing up for the annual Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk at Crissy Field.
SF hospital pioneering new technique to diagnose, treat lung cancer
A hospital in San Francisco is using a revolutionary new procedure to treat lung cancer. This new technique involves diagnosing, locating and treating the cancer all in one procedure.
A hospital in San Francisco is using a revolutionary new procedure to treat lung cancer. This new technique involves diagnosing, locating and treating the cancer all in one procedure.
FDA may soon ban some chemical hair-straightening products over cancer risk
Chemical hair straighteners or “relaxers," which are often marketed to Black women, have been linked to a number of short-term and long-term health risks, including uterine cancer.
Chemical hair straighteners or “relaxers," which are often marketed to Black women, have been linked to a number of short-term and long-term health risks, including uterine cancer.
Hundreds swim in San Francisco Bay to raise money for cancer research
More than 250 swimmers jumped into the San Francisco Bay Saturday morning to help fight pediatric cancer.
More than 250 swimmers jumped into the San Francisco Bay Saturday morning to help fight pediatric cancer.
'Pee-wee Herman' actor Paul Reubens' cause of death revealed
Reubens died on July 30 after a private battle with cancer.
Reubens died on July 30 after a private battle with cancer.
Linda Evangelista has 'one foot in the grave' after being diagnosed with cancer twice in 5 years
It was only last year when supermodel Linda Evangelista revealed she had secluded herself from the public for half a decade due to deformities she says were caused by CoolSculpting, an FDA-approved procedure known to freeze fat.
It was only last year when supermodel Linda Evangelista revealed she had secluded herself from the public for half a decade due to deformities she says were caused by CoolSculpting, an FDA-approved procedure known to freeze fat.
California teen shares story for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
Madisyn isn’t letting her diagnosis stop her from smiling and is sharing her story to help others. Her mom advises parents who notice their children having bizarre symptoms or unique sensations to get checked "just to be on the safe side."
Madisyn isn’t letting her diagnosis stop her from smiling and is sharing her story to help others. Her mom advises parents who notice their children having bizarre symptoms or unique sensations to get checked "just to be on the safe side."
Aspartame sweetener used in Diet Coke, some chewing gum, may be deemed 'possibly carcinogenic': Report
Aspartame – one of the most common artificial sweeteners in the world – is slated to be declared a possible carcinogen by the World Health Organization's (WHO) cancer research agency next month, according to a report.
Aspartame – one of the most common artificial sweeteners in the world – is slated to be declared a possible carcinogen by the World Health Organization's (WHO) cancer research agency next month, according to a report.
Vaccines could be next big advance in cancer treatment
After decades of limited success, scientists say research has reached a turning point, with many predicting more vaccines will be out in five years.
After decades of limited success, scientists say research has reached a turning point, with many predicting more vaccines will be out in five years.
Duchess Sarah Ferguson diagnosed with breast cancer
Sarah Ferguson was "symptom free" when she arrived for a routine mammogram.
Sarah Ferguson was "symptom free" when she arrived for a routine mammogram.
Shannen Doherty, '90210' star, reveals cancer has spread to her brain in emotional video
The "Beverly Hills, 90210" star shared videos of her undergoing a CT scan and finding out her cancer had spread. "The turmoil….. the timing of it all…. This is what cancer can look like."
The "Beverly Hills, 90210" star shared videos of her undergoing a CT scan and finding out her cancer had spread. "The turmoil….. the timing of it all…. This is what cancer can look like."
North Texas teen meets California bone marrow donor who saved his life
On Friday, 17-year-old Chi-Heng Chan and his family finally got the chance to meet the woman who literally saved his life.
On Friday, 17-year-old Chi-Heng Chan and his family finally got the chance to meet the woman who literally saved his life.
Artificial intelligence model to help scientists predict whether breast cancer will spread
Oncologists in the U.K. have developed an AI model to help predict whether aggressive forms of breast cancer will spread based on changes in a patient’s lymph nodes.
Oncologists in the U.K. have developed an AI model to help predict whether aggressive forms of breast cancer will spread based on changes in a patient’s lymph nodes.
Dermatologists discover world’s smallest skin cancer
Dermatologists say a tiny spot was discovered on a patient's cheek measuring just 0.65 millimeters or 0.025 inches.
Dermatologists say a tiny spot was discovered on a patient's cheek measuring just 0.65 millimeters or 0.025 inches.
Santa Cruz fire captain dies after 2-year-long fight against cancer
Fire Capt. Brian Tracy with the Santa Cruz Fire Department has died from brain cancer, officials said.
Fire Capt. Brian Tracy with the Santa Cruz Fire Department has died from brain cancer, officials said.
Former NBA player Eric Montross battling cancer, family says
Montross’ family issued a statement through the school on Saturday announcing the 51-year-old’s diagnosis, though it didn’t specify the nature of the cancer.
Montross’ family issued a statement through the school on Saturday announcing the 51-year-old’s diagnosis, though it didn’t specify the nature of the cancer.
Warrior player Klay Thompson surprises teen amputee with new wheelchair before game
Golden State Warrior guard Klay Thompson surprised a Santa Rosa teenager with a brand new and custom-made basketball wheelchair before the Warriors vs. Bucks game. Video provided from the Golden State Warriors.
Golden State Warrior guard Klay Thompson surprised a Santa Rosa teenager with a brand new and custom-made basketball wheelchair before the Warriors vs. Bucks game. Video provided from the Golden State Warriors.
Berkeley teen becomes youngest person ever to swim Hawaii Kaiwi channel
A Bay Area teen has created history by being the youngest person to ever swim the Kaiwi Channel in Hawaii.
A Bay Area teen has created history by being the youngest person to ever swim the Kaiwi Channel in Hawaii.



















