2024 Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk set for Saturday, Oct. 5
Join FOX6 for the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk on Saturday, Oct. 5 at Maier Festival Park – by the South Gate.
Join FOX6 for the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk on Saturday, Oct. 5 at Maier Festival Park – by the South Gate.
Empowering cancer patients with journaling
For families and patients, a cancer diagnosis can feel devastating, and treatment can sometimes be brutal and lonely. One local healthcare provider is working to help patients feel more empowered through journaling.
For families and patients, a cancer diagnosis can feel devastating, and treatment can sometimes be brutal and lonely. One local healthcare provider is working to help patients feel more empowered through journaling.
Wisconsin mom runs for cancer research after son's death
Science could not save her son. Now, a mother is working to help save others. The Run With All Your Heart 5K raises money for Curing Kids Cancer.
Science could not save her son. Now, a mother is working to help save others. The Run With All Your Heart 5K raises money for Curing Kids Cancer.
Millennials, Gen Xers face higher risk of 17 cancers than previous generations, study says
A large study by researchers at the American Cancer Society found that Gen Xers and Millennials face a higher risk of developing certain types of cancers.
A large study by researchers at the American Cancer Society found that Gen Xers and Millennials face a higher risk of developing certain types of cancers.
Harley-Davidson rider raises ovarian cancer awareness
Thousands of bikers are in and around Milwaukee for the 2024 Harley-Davidson Homecoming, one of whom is riding for a special purpose.
Thousands of bikers are in and around Milwaukee for the 2024 Harley-Davidson Homecoming, one of whom is riding for a special purpose.
Heart’s Ann Wilson reveals cancer diagnosis, Royal Flush Tour postponed
Heart has postponed its Royal Flush Tour after the band’s lead singer, Ann Wilson, revealed she was diagnosed with cancer.
Heart has postponed its Royal Flush Tour after the band’s lead singer, Ann Wilson, revealed she was diagnosed with cancer.
Honeybees can detect lung cancer, researchers say
Researchers at Michigan State University have learned that honeybees can detect chemicals associated with lung cancer in human breath.
Researchers at Michigan State University have learned that honeybees can detect chemicals associated with lung cancer in human breath.
Marquette President Lovell dies, UWM chancellor remembers colleague
The community continues to mourn the loss of Marquette University President Michael Lovell, who died Sunday after a years-long cancer battle.
The community continues to mourn the loss of Marquette University President Michael Lovell, who died Sunday after a years-long cancer battle.
Wisconsin Brain Tumor Walk & Race; why you should get involved
May is Brain Tumor Awareness Month. Now, an effort is underway in Wisconsin to better the outcomes for those diagnosed and battling brain tumors.
May is Brain Tumor Awareness Month. Now, an effort is underway in Wisconsin to better the outcomes for those diagnosed and battling brain tumors.
New Wegovy study; users can achieve 'meaningful weight loss'
A new study finds people using the weight loss drug Wegovy can achieve meaningful weight loss and keep it off for up to four years, but there is a catch.
A new study finds people using the weight loss drug Wegovy can achieve meaningful weight loss and keep it off for up to four years, but there is a catch.
Oak Creek charity baseball game, cancer survivor recognized
Oak Creek High School hosted the annual "Knight for a Cause" charity baseball game on Saturday, May 18.
Oak Creek High School hosted the annual "Knight for a Cause" charity baseball game on Saturday, May 18.
Mother's Day 'Pink Out' raises breast cancer awareness at Brewers game
The Milwaukee Brewers and Aurora Health Care partnered for a Mother's Day "Pink Out" on Sunday, May 12.
The Milwaukee Brewers and Aurora Health Care partnered for a Mother's Day "Pink Out" on Sunday, May 12.
Brewers pitcher visits breast cancer patients in West Allis
Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Hoby Milner visited patients at Aurora Women’s Pavilion in West Allis on Friday, May 10.
Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Hoby Milner visited patients at Aurora Women’s Pavilion in West Allis on Friday, May 10.
Prince William says Kate Middleton’s 'doing well’ after cancer diagnosis
On March 22, Kate Middleton announced that she had been diagnosed with cancer.
On March 22, Kate Middleton announced that she had been diagnosed with cancer.
New breast cancer screening recommendations
The U.S. Preventative Services Task Force just revised its breast cancer screening recommendations. It now suggests women at average risk for breast cancer should start screening at a younger age.
The U.S. Preventative Services Task Force just revised its breast cancer screening recommendations. It now suggests women at average risk for breast cancer should start screening at a younger age.
New breast cancer screening recommendations
The U.S. Preventative Services Task Force just revised its breast cancer screening recommendations.
The U.S. Preventative Services Task Force just revised its breast cancer screening recommendations.
Susan G. Komen executive director diagnosed with breast cancer again
Her first diagnosis was 14 years ago. She fought it and beat it. Now, the executive director of Susan G. Komen Wisconsin has breast cancer again.
Her first diagnosis was 14 years ago. She fought it and beat it. Now, the executive director of Susan G. Komen Wisconsin has breast cancer again.
Cancer trends: Common types & risk factors revealed
Almost 40% of Americans will receive a cancer diagnosis at some point in their lifetime — but certain types are more common than others, statistics show.
Almost 40% of Americans will receive a cancer diagnosis at some point in their lifetime — but certain types are more common than others, statistics show.
Mammogram screening to detect breast cancer should now start at 40, panel says
Breast cancer is the second-most common cause of cancer death for U.S. women.
Breast cancer is the second-most common cause of cancer death for U.S. women.
Illinois community celebrates as 2nd-grader returns home cancer-free
In a heartwarming display of community support, residents of Chatham, Illinois, gathered to celebrate the return of second-grader Judah Collins, who has triumphed over cancer.
In a heartwarming display of community support, residents of Chatham, Illinois, gathered to celebrate the return of second-grader Judah Collins, who has triumphed over cancer.