Biden hopes ending cancer can be a 'national purpose' for US

The commander-in-chief wants to develop treatments and therapeutics to battle cancer and hopes to meet a goal to cut cancer deaths by 50% over the next 25 years to improve the lives of caregivers and people suffering from cancer.

FDA warns of rare cases of cancers possibly linked to breast implants

While rare, the FDA is warning about certain cancers, including squamous cell carcinoma and various lymphomas, that may develop in scar tissue that forms around breast implants.

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk; join FOX6 on Oct. 15

Join FOX6 for the 2022 Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk on Saturday, Oct. 15 at the Maier Festival Park – South Gate in Milwaukee.

Hartford auto detailer leukemia fight, August profits donated
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Jim Linski, an auto-shop employee in Hartford, insists on continuing to work, even while fighting cancer. His boss is focused on helping him pay for treatment, and you can help. It's as easy as getting your car cleaned.

Teen becomes caregiver for cancer-stricken parents: 'It's all love'

Sekope Sharits said he felt the world was against him when both his parents were diagnosed with cancer, but he’s caring for them in the way a loving son would.

Brookfield Police Lt. Thomas Casper dies after battle with cancer
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Leaving a lasting legacy in his community, Lt. Thomas Casper, a longtime policeman, is being remembered by those he served alongside. Lt. Casper died Monday, June 27, after a lengthy and courageous battle with cancer.

Jerry Kelly offers update on wife's cancer battle
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The ups and downs of golf can be a symbol of the ups and downs of life. For PGA Tour Champions player Jerry Kelly, the two are always intertwined, and that has never been more evident than now.

Study suggests genetic cancer risks could be enhanced by metabolism

A Canadian professor believes deepening our understanding of how the metabolism works, combined with making healthy lifestyle changes, can lower cancer risks.

Small study of rectal cancer treatment brings every single patient into remission

Every single rectal cancer patient with a certain mutation entered remission after receiving the experimental immunotherapy drug in a small clinical trial.

Marnie Schulenburg, 'As the World Turns' star, dies at 37

Marnie Schulenburg, known for her roles on "As the World Turns" and the reboot of "One Life to Live," died after stage 4 metastatic breast cancer complications.

Marquette University president shares cancer story
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Marquette University President Michael Lovell spoke to FOX6 about his rare cancer diagnosis, treatment and journey to where he is today.

Marquette University president shares cancer story

Marquette University President Michael Lovell spoke to FOX6 about his rare cancer diagnosis, treatment and journey to where he is today.

Broadcaster Olivia Harlan Dekker dedicated to fighting cancer
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Between pregnancy, traveling overseas and raising money to fight cancer, sports broadcaster Olivia Harlan Dekker keeps herself busy.

Brookfield man beats brain cancer, thanks medical team; 'Fortunate guy'

A Brookfield man was 59 when he started to lose his memory and deal with bad back pain. What was thought to be obesity and dementia was actually brain cancer.

Taller people could be at higher risk for colorectal cancer, study suggests

Researchers found that the individuals who were taller had a 24% higher risk of developing colorectal cancer as opposed to their shorter counterparts.

Mukwonago girls basketball Komen breast cancer fundraiser
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February is National Cancer Prevention Month, and the Mukwonago Girls Basketball Club is raising money to help fight breast cancer.