FDA approves pancreatic cancer drug
The FDA has approved an advanced pancreatic cancer drug. Dr. Jeremy Kratz from UW Health joined Wisconsin Live Desk to talk about the significance of this drug, and what it could mean for future cancer treatments.
The FDA has approved an advanced pancreatic cancer drug. Dr. Jeremy Kratz from UW Health joined Wisconsin Live Desk to talk about the significance of this drug, and what it could mean for future cancer treatments.
Milwaukee teacher sees pancreatic cancer shrink using new drug
A groundbreaking new drug is giving pancreatic cancer patients new hope. The pill got FDA approval Wednesday.
A groundbreaking new drug is giving pancreatic cancer patients new hope. The pill got FDA approval Wednesday.
Milwaukee teacher sees pancreatic cancer shrink using new drug
A groundbreaking new drug is giving pancreatic cancer patients new hope. The pill got FDA approval on Wednesday, Aug. 26. FOX6 spoke to an MPS teacher who is seeing success from the drug.
A groundbreaking new drug is giving pancreatic cancer patients new hope. The pill got FDA approval on Wednesday, Aug. 26. FOX6 spoke to an MPS teacher who is seeing success from the drug.
Cancer risk may be higher for people with one particular type of job
People who fly for a living could face a higher risk of certain types of cancers, a new Harvard study suggests.
People who fly for a living could face a higher risk of certain types of cancers, a new Harvard study suggests.
Moderna cancer vaccine cuts melanoma risk in breakthrough trial, shares surge 160%
Moderna and Merck reported promising late-stage trial results for their personalized mRNA cancer vaccine, which lowered the risk of melanoma.
Moderna and Merck reported promising late-stage trial results for their personalized mRNA cancer vaccine, which lowered the risk of melanoma.
Popular daily drinking habit could nearly triple risk of stomach cancer, major study finds
A popular daily drinking habit could be linked to a significantly higher risk of stomach cancer, according to a new study from Mass General Brigham.
A popular daily drinking habit could be linked to a significantly higher risk of stomach cancer, according to a new study from Mass General Brigham.
Sydney Towle, TikTok creator who documented cancer journey, dies at 26
TikTok creator Sydney Towle has died at the age of 26 after battling cholangiocarcinoma, a rare form of bile duct cancer.
TikTok creator Sydney Towle has died at the age of 26 after battling cholangiocarcinoma, a rare form of bile duct cancer.
'You're So Vain' singer Carly Simon says Parkinson's and cancer diagnoses kept her from public eye
Carly Simon has Parkinson's disease and underwent surgery for basal cell carcinoma, a form of skin cancer.
Carly Simon has Parkinson's disease and underwent surgery for basal cell carcinoma, a form of skin cancer.
Lou Koller, Sick of It All frontman, dies at 59 after cancer battle
Lou Koller, the longtime frontman and co-founder of New York hardcore band Sick of It All, has died at age 59 after a two-year battle with cancer.
Lou Koller, the longtime frontman and co-founder of New York hardcore band Sick of It All, has died at age 59 after a two-year battle with cancer.
Jennifer Finch, founding L7 bassist and songwriter, dies at 59
Jennifer Finch, the bassist, singer and songwriter best known for her work with pioneering rock band L7, has died at 59 after battling an aggressive form of brain cancer.
Jennifer Finch, the bassist, singer and songwriter best known for her work with pioneering rock band L7, has died at 59 after battling an aggressive form of brain cancer.
Country singer Jillian Cardarelli shares update after breast cancer surgery
Country singer Jillian Cardarelli is sharing an encouraging update after undergoing surgery as part of her breast cancer treatment.
Country singer Jillian Cardarelli is sharing an encouraging update after undergoing surgery as part of her breast cancer treatment.
New blood test detects aggressive prostate cancer more accurately than PSA, study finds
A new study suggests the investigational Stockholm3 blood test may improve the early detection of aggressive prostate cancer compared with the standard PSA test.
A new study suggests the investigational Stockholm3 blood test may improve the early detection of aggressive prostate cancer compared with the standard PSA test.
Wisconsin cancer survivor meets Ed Sheeran at Summerfest
A Wisconsin cancer survivor was surprised with a picture-perfect – or perhaps "Photograph" “Perfect" – backstage encounter with Ed Sheeran at Summerfest.
A Wisconsin cancer survivor was surprised with a picture-perfect – or perhaps "Photograph" “Perfect" – backstage encounter with Ed Sheeran at Summerfest.
Waukesha County deputy Steven Lyles dies, years-long cancer battle
Waukesha County deputy Steven Lyles has died after battling a "rare, aggressive cancer" for years, the sheriff's department announced June 10.
Waukesha County deputy Steven Lyles has died after battling a "rare, aggressive cancer" for years, the sheriff's department announced June 10.
Tyler Mane, X-Men star and former wrestler, reveals breast cancer diagnosis
Tyler Mane, who is best known for his role as Sabretooth in "X-Men," shared he has been diagnosed with breast cancer.
Tyler Mane, who is best known for his role as Sabretooth in "X-Men," shared he has been diagnosed with breast cancer.
New vaccine helps fight against melanoma
There is a new personalized vaccine in the fight against melanoma. Dr. Jeff Pothof from UW Health joined the FOX6 News team to share the latest.
There is a new personalized vaccine in the fight against melanoma. Dr. Jeff Pothof from UW Health joined the FOX6 News team to share the latest.
Pam Bondi diagnosed with thyroid cancer weeks after departing as Trump's attorney general: report
Former Attorney General Pam Bondi was diagnosed with thyroid cancer shortly after departing the Department of Justice last month, according to a report.
Former Attorney General Pam Bondi was diagnosed with thyroid cancer shortly after departing the Department of Justice last month, according to a report.
Healthwatch: Melanoma Awareness Month
May is Melanoma Awareness Month. As we start to spend more time in the sun this spring, it’s a good reminder that sun safety is essential year-round. Joining FOX6 to talk about that is medical oncologist at UW Health's Carbone Cancer Center, Dr. Vincent Ma.
May is Melanoma Awareness Month. As we start to spend more time in the sun this spring, it’s a good reminder that sun safety is essential year-round. Joining FOX6 to talk about that is medical oncologist at UW Health's Carbone Cancer Center, Dr. Vincent Ma.
Glioblastoma vaccine shows early promise in boosting survival
A personalized DNA vaccine for glioblastoma, an aggressive and incurable brain cancer, appears safe and shows early signs of extending survival in some patients, according to a small phase 1 trial.
A personalized DNA vaccine for glioblastoma, an aggressive and incurable brain cancer, appears safe and shows early signs of extending survival in some patients, according to a small phase 1 trial.
Jason Collins, NBA's first openly gay player, dies of brain tumor
Trailblazing NBA center and former Atlanta Hawk Jason Collins, who made history as the first openly gay active athlete in major North American professional sports, has died at 47 years old.
Trailblazing NBA center and former Atlanta Hawk Jason Collins, who made history as the first openly gay active athlete in major North American professional sports, has died at 47 years old.