Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure: World's largest fundraising event for breast cancer ever created
MILWAUKEE -- The Susan G.
MILWAUKEE -- The Susan G.
"It'll bring you to tears." Susan G. Komen organizers prepare for annual Race for the Cure
MILWAUKEE -- It’s been almost seven years since she received the news.
MILWAUKEE -- It’s been almost seven years since she received the news.
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"Ben was a gift to us all:" Teacher featured in viral video dies after battle with cancer
NASHVILLE, Tennessee -- A Nashville teacher who was featured in a video viewed over 20 million times died Friday morning, September 16th after battling cancer.Ben Ellis taught Latin and Bible classes at Christ Presbyterian Academy.
NASHVILLE, Tennessee -- A Nashville teacher who was featured in a video viewed over 20 million times died Friday morning, September 16th after battling cancer.Ben Ellis taught Latin and Bible classes at Christ Presbyterian Academy.
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Milwaukee Health DepartmentAP Top 25 Poll (Released September 6th)KatrinaCravy.comCream City Swing, MilwaukeeSista Strut, Milwaukee (Saturday, October 1)Education Advisory Board: Information Pertaining to the Closure of ITT Technical Institute
Milwaukee Health DepartmentAP Top 25 Poll (Released September 6th)KatrinaCravy.comCream City Swing, MilwaukeeSista Strut, Milwaukee (Saturday, October 1)Education Advisory Board: Information Pertaining to the Closure of ITT Technical Institute
Waukesha-area doctor first in state to perform new procedure for breast cancer patients
WAUKESHA -- A Waukesha-area doctor is the first, and right now, the only surgeon in Wisconsin performing a brand new procedure for breast cancer patients.
WAUKESHA -- A Waukesha-area doctor is the first, and right now, the only surgeon in Wisconsin performing a brand new procedure for breast cancer patients.
Woman battling breast cancer beaten to death outside treatment center
ZION, IL – A Missouri woman was in Illinois receiving treatment for cancer when she was beaten to death as she sat outside the treatment center.Shannon Vincel, 46, was sitting outside her residence at the Cancer Treatment Centers of America when she was attacked.
ZION, IL – A Missouri woman was in Illinois receiving treatment for cancer when she was beaten to death as she sat outside the treatment center.Shannon Vincel, 46, was sitting outside her residence at the Cancer Treatment Centers of America when she was attacked.
Make-A-Wish gifts new pool to 10-year-old boy: "It was one of my favorite things before I got cancer"
BRISTOL, Connecticut -- A 10 year-old Bristol, Connecticut boy's wish was granted Sunday, August 21st when he was given a new pool.Dan Therriault watched as installers put in his pool."It was one of my favorite things before I got cancer," said Therriault.The young boy was visiting family during his grandparents' anniversary party last February when his leg started hurting."I thought at first, maybe you bumped it.
BRISTOL, Connecticut -- A 10 year-old Bristol, Connecticut boy's wish was granted Sunday, August 21st when he was given a new pool.Dan Therriault watched as installers put in his pool."It was one of my favorite things before I got cancer," said Therriault.The young boy was visiting family during his grandparents' anniversary party last February when his leg started hurting."I thought at first, maybe you bumped it.
Shannen Doherty reveals her breast cancer has spread
NEW YORK — Actress Shannen Doherty revealed that her battle with breast cancer has taken a heartbreaking turn.In a sit-down interview with Entertainment Tonight, the 45-year-old said she learned her cancer spread after a recent surgery."I had breast cancer that spread to the lymph nodes, and from one of my surgeries we discovered that some of the cancer cells might have actually gone out of the lymph nodes," Doherty said.The "Charmed" actress is currently undergoing chemotherapy."The unknown is always the scariest part," Doherty told ET. "Pain is manageable, you know?
NEW YORK — Actress Shannen Doherty revealed that her battle with breast cancer has taken a heartbreaking turn.In a sit-down interview with Entertainment Tonight, the 45-year-old said she learned her cancer spread after a recent surgery."I had breast cancer that spread to the lymph nodes, and from one of my surgeries we discovered that some of the cancer cells might have actually gone out of the lymph nodes," Doherty said.The "Charmed" actress is currently undergoing chemotherapy."The unknown is always the scariest part," Doherty told ET. "Pain is manageable, you know?
Karate can help kids kick cancer pain, study finds
DETROIT, M.I. – For years, a Michigan rabbi has been teaching karate to children battling cancer – and his pain-fighting techniques are working, according to a new study.'Rabbi G,' whose full name is Rabbi Elimelech Goldberg, started Kids Kicking Cancer in 1999 and has been instructing young patients in the ways of martial arts, meditation and breathing exercises ever since.It was a personal tragedy though that brought him into the medical world.
DETROIT, M.I. – For years, a Michigan rabbi has been teaching karate to children battling cancer – and his pain-fighting techniques are working, according to a new study.'Rabbi G,' whose full name is Rabbi Elimelech Goldberg, started Kids Kicking Cancer in 1999 and has been instructing young patients in the ways of martial arts, meditation and breathing exercises ever since.It was a personal tragedy though that brought him into the medical world.
Dad got tattoo to help son feel better about cancer surgery scar: "He felt like a monster"
KANSAS -- The story behind a Kansas man's large scar tattoo is earning him a flood of praise online, but the only person he cared about inspiring was his own son.Josh Marshall got the tattoo to help his son feel better after young Gabriel had surgery in March of 2015.
KANSAS -- The story behind a Kansas man's large scar tattoo is earning him a flood of praise online, but the only person he cared about inspiring was his own son.Josh Marshall got the tattoo to help his son feel better after young Gabriel had surgery in March of 2015.
Mequon man, a breast cancer survivor, shares important message on Father's Day
MEQUON -- On Father's Day, FOX6 News spoke with a Mequon man with an important message for all men -- as it relates to their health.
MEQUON -- On Father's Day, FOX6 News spoke with a Mequon man with an important message for all men -- as it relates to their health.
"Chemo brain:" Cancer patients say it's like walking around in a fog
MILWAUKEE -- It's sort of like walking around in a fog.
MILWAUKEE -- It's sort of like walking around in a fog.
Dealing with a diagnosis: How a program can help those battling breast cancer
MILWAUKEE -- Dealing with breast cancer can take a toll on your body and your mental health.
MILWAUKEE -- Dealing with breast cancer can take a toll on your body and your mental health.
Firefighters in Racine Co. battling different forms of cancer: "We're going to get through this together"
CALEDONIA -- They already consider themselves part of a brotherhood, but two Wisconsin firefighters have a connection that goes even deeper.
CALEDONIA -- They already consider themselves part of a brotherhood, but two Wisconsin firefighters have a connection that goes even deeper.
7-year-old boy who grew out hair to donate to cancer patients now faces Stage 4 cancer
Roseville, Ca. - For two years, 7-year-old Vinny Desautels grew out his hair to help kids with cancer."I want to help people so they don't have to go to the doctors to fight cancer."Thirteen inches of hair was gone with the snip of some scissors."And then everyone got excited when mom cut the ponytails off.
Roseville, Ca. - For two years, 7-year-old Vinny Desautels grew out his hair to help kids with cancer."I want to help people so they don't have to go to the doctors to fight cancer."Thirteen inches of hair was gone with the snip of some scissors."And then everyone got excited when mom cut the ponytails off.
"Beauty Blooms:" Effort to make Mother's Day special for moms with sick kids; find cure for cancer
SLINGER -- Mother's Day is a time to honor the women who have given heart and soul to their kids.
SLINGER -- Mother's Day is a time to honor the women who have given heart and soul to their kids.
Join the fight against breast cancer: Take part in the Making Strides walk
MILWAUKEE -- Another way you can join the fight against breast cancer is with the annual Making Strides Walk.
MILWAUKEE -- Another way you can join the fight against breast cancer is with the annual Making Strides Walk.
"Green, Gold and Pink:" Mason Crosby hosts fundraiser to support breast cancer research
BROOKFIELD -- Hundreds on Sunday, May 1st showed up to Brookfield Square Mall's Center Court for an opportunity to meet Green Bay Packers kicker Mason Crosby and support breast cancer research.FOX6's Mary Stoker Smith emceed the "Green, Gold and Pink" fundraiser.Crosby took pictures with fans, and signed pink mini footballs and Mother's Day cards for donations.He also spoke alongside a breast cancer survivor and local doctor.
BROOKFIELD -- Hundreds on Sunday, May 1st showed up to Brookfield Square Mall's Center Court for an opportunity to meet Green Bay Packers kicker Mason Crosby and support breast cancer research.FOX6's Mary Stoker Smith emceed the "Green, Gold and Pink" fundraiser.Crosby took pictures with fans, and signed pink mini footballs and Mother's Day cards for donations.He also spoke alongside a breast cancer survivor and local doctor.
Regardless of whether there's a family history of breast cancer, early detection saves lives
MILWAUKEE -- When it comes to battling breast cancer, every second counts.
MILWAUKEE -- When it comes to battling breast cancer, every second counts.