Colorectal cancer: Symptoms and what causes it
Colon cancer and rectal cancer, also known as colorectal cancer, is rising among U.S. adults under the age of 50. Here are the symptoms and factors that could increase the risk of developing it.
Colon cancer and rectal cancer, also known as colorectal cancer, is rising among U.S. adults under the age of 50. Here are the symptoms and factors that could increase the risk of developing it.
'Full House' star Dave Coulier warns Americans not to ignore cancer signs
“Full House” star Dave Coulier says early cancer detection saved his life twice, revealing he is now in complete remission after battling two separate cancers in the past two years.
“Full House” star Dave Coulier says early cancer detection saved his life twice, revealing he is now in complete remission after battling two separate cancers in the past two years.
Brad Arnold, founding member and voice of 3 Doors Down, dies at 47
Brad Arnold, founding member and lead singer of the rock band 3 Doors Down, has died at the age of 47 following a battle with kidney cancer.
Brad Arnold, founding member and lead singer of the rock band 3 Doors Down, has died at the age of 47 following a battle with kidney cancer.
Cancer survival rates at all-time high
Survival rates for all cancers combined are now at an all-time high. UW Health Family Medicine Physician Dr. Robert Freidel joined FOX6 News to talk about this milestone.
Survival rates for all cancers combined are now at an all-time high. UW Health Family Medicine Physician Dr. Robert Freidel joined FOX6 News to talk about this milestone.
'Dilbert' creator Scott Adams dies after prostate cancer battle
Cartoonist Scott Adams, best known as the creator of "Dilbert," has died after a battle with prostate cancer.
Cartoonist Scott Adams, best known as the creator of "Dilbert," has died after a battle with prostate cancer.
Milwaukee Admirals offer fans free cancer awareness consultations
The Milwaukee Admirals will offer fans free cancer awareness and health consultations at their game on Tuesday, Jan. 13 at Panther Arena, which is the team’s Hockey Fights Cancer Night.
The Milwaukee Admirals will offer fans free cancer awareness and health consultations at their game on Tuesday, Jan. 13 at Panther Arena, which is the team’s Hockey Fights Cancer Night.
Tatiana Schlossberg, JFK's granddaughter, dies at 35 after battle with cancer
Tatiana Schlossberg was announced she was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia in November.
Tatiana Schlossberg was announced she was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia in November.
Barry Manilow reveals early lung cancer diagnosis, says no chemo needed
Legendary singer and songwriter Barry Manilow announced that he has been diagnosed with early-stage lung cancer and will undergo surgery after completing his current run of concerts.
Legendary singer and songwriter Barry Manilow announced that he has been diagnosed with early-stage lung cancer and will undergo surgery after completing his current run of concerts.
Tanning beds could triple melanoma risk, new study finds
One in five Americans develop skin cancer by the age of 70, according to the Skin Cancer Foundation.
One in five Americans develop skin cancer by the age of 70, according to the Skin Cancer Foundation.
Marquette student and leukemia survivor inspired to research cancer
Defying the odds and making a difference, that's the mission of a Marquette student who is also a childhood cancer survivor.
Defying the odds and making a difference, that's the mission of a Marquette student who is also a childhood cancer survivor.
Childhood cancer survivor helping with cancer research
Defying the odds and making a difference, that's the mission of a Marquette student who is also a childhood cancer survivor.
Defying the odds and making a difference, that's the mission of a Marquette student who is also a childhood cancer survivor.
Candy Cane Lane supports MACC Fund for 40th season; what to know
"Candy Cane Lane" will celebrate its 40th season in West Allis. The annual fundraiser, benefiting the MACC Fund, opens at 6 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 28.
"Candy Cane Lane" will celebrate its 40th season in West Allis. The annual fundraiser, benefiting the MACC Fund, opens at 6 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 28.
Ultra-processed foods may raise colon cancer risk in younger women, study finds
A new study suggests that eating large amounts of ultra-processed foods may increase the risk of developing precancerous colon growths in younger adults.
A new study suggests that eating large amounts of ultra-processed foods may increase the risk of developing precancerous colon growths in younger adults.
'Grey's Anatomy' star James Pickens Jr. reveals cancer diagnosis
James Pickens Jr. revealed his fight against prostate cancer after his "Grey's Anatomy" character faced a cancer diagnosis in the mid-season finale.
James Pickens Jr. revealed his fight against prostate cancer after his "Grey's Anatomy" character faced a cancer diagnosis in the mid-season finale.
Alex Singleton cancer diagnosis revealed after random drug test
The NFL player hopes sharing his diagnosis will encourage others to pay attention to their bodies and to get regular screenings.
The NFL player hopes sharing his diagnosis will encourage others to pay attention to their bodies and to get regular screenings.
Wisconsin advocates back breast cancer bill; expand access to screenings
A bipartisan group of Wisconsin lawmakers, advocates and members of the Early Detection Saves Lives coalition gathered Wednesday, Oct. 15, in Madison to support a bill that could eliminate out-of-pocket costs for supplemental breast cancer screenings.
A bipartisan group of Wisconsin lawmakers, advocates and members of the Early Detection Saves Lives coalition gathered Wednesday, Oct. 15, in Madison to support a bill that could eliminate out-of-pocket costs for supplemental breast cancer screenings.
Looking ahead to the Making Strides walk
FOX6 anchor Mary Stoker Smith is back, joining Wakeup live once again from Henry Maier Festival Park. She chatted with Sara Richter ahead of the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk
FOX6 anchor Mary Stoker Smith is back, joining Wakeup live once again from Henry Maier Festival Park. She chatted with Sara Richter ahead of the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk
FOX6's Mary Stoker Smith at Making Strides
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and the fight is taking center stage at Milwaukee's lakefront. FOX6 anchor and emcee for the walk -- Mary Stoker Smith, joined WakeUp to share more.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and the fight is taking center stage at Milwaukee's lakefront. FOX6 anchor and emcee for the walk -- Mary Stoker Smith, joined WakeUp to share more.
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer
It will be a sea of pink along the lakefront this morning for the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk. Michael Donohoo joined FOX6 WakeUp to tell us his story of recovery and hope.
It will be a sea of pink along the lakefront this morning for the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk. Michael Donohoo joined FOX6 WakeUp to tell us his story of recovery and hope.
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk at Milwaukee's lakefront
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and the fight is taking center stage on Milwaukee's lakefront Saturday morning, Oct. 11.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and the fight is taking center stage on Milwaukee's lakefront Saturday morning, Oct. 11.