Local cancer advocates take message to Capitol Hill to push for funding
More than 700 cancer patients, survivors, and advocates gathered on Capitol Hill this week to push for change. Among those representing Mississippi was Christina…
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FDA bans Red No. 3, artificial coloring used in beverages, candy and other foods
By Berkeley Lovelace Jr. The Food and Drug Administration said Wednesday it’s banning the use of Red No. 3, a synthetic dye that gives food and drinks their bright red cherry color but has been linked to cancer in animals. The dye is…
Dave Coulier, who played Uncle Joey in 'Full House,' reveals he has cancer
By Marlene Lenthang Actor Dave Coulier, who played Uncle Joey on the beloved sitcom "Full House," has been diagnosed with stage 3 non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, he said Wednesday. "Five weeks ago I was diagnosed with stage three non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. And in that time,…
Moss Point hosting breast cancer awareness event
The City of Moss Point hosting breast cancer awareness events tomorrow. A celebration for breast cancer survivors is taking place October 18th from 10 AM to noon. Anyone wanting…
Shannen Doherty, ‘Beverly Hills, 90210’ star, dies at 53
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Shannen Doherty, the “Beverly Hills, 90210” star whose life and career were roiled by illness and tabloid stories, has died at 53. Doherty died Saturday, according to a statement from her publicist, Leslie Sloane, given to…
Baby cousin with cancer inspires girls to sew hospital gowns for sick kids across U.S. and Africa
BY WAYNE PARRY Updated 11:10 PM CDT, June 25, 2024 FREEHOLD, N.J. (AP) — Fighting brain cancer, little Giada Demma was lying in her pediatric hospital bed, her tiny body virtually swimming in a drab green hospital gown. Her cousin…
King Charles III has cancer and is receiving treatment, Buckingham Palace says
Buckingham Palace says that King Charles III has been diagnosed with a form of cancer and has begun treatment. The palace says the cancer is not related to the king’s recent treatment for a benign prostate condition. It did not…
Gautier police sergeant beats the odds in cancer battle
Gautier police officers, among many others, gathered inside of the Cancer Treatment Center in Ocean Springs, eager to watch one of their own ring the bell, which signifies victory against cancer.…
Chemical hair straighteners linked to cancer
The National Institute of Health has found some startling news. Women using chemical hair-straightening products are at a higher risk of uterine cancer. Researchers noted that African-American women may be…
Singing River Cancer Center plans sunset run on cancer
The Singing River Cancer Center will host the second annual Sunset on Cancer 5k and 1 Mile Fun Run this Saturday at 4:30 p.m. on Front Beach Drive in Ocean Springs. The…
Jackson County longtime deputy Robichaux loses cancer battle
Jackson County Sheriff's Department shared the sad news Monday that Maj. Michael Robichaux died Sunday evening. Robichaux was a member of the department for 43 years, retiring in December 2015. He also was a graduate of the FBI National Academy.…
Scott Hamilton to cycle 444 miles in cancer fundraiser
By BARRY WILNER Scott Hamilton is back in action. No, the figure skating icon won’t be lacing up. He’ll be sitting atop a bike and cycling 444 miles Erase the Trace, a five-day ride along the Natchez Trace Parkway. The…
Customizing care for cancer patients at Keesler Air Force Base
In an effort to make radiation therapy for cancer patients more accurate and effective, the 81st Diagnostic and Therapeutic Squadron joins forces with the 81st Dental…
Louie Anderson, Emmy-winning comedian, dies at 68
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Louie Anderson, whose more than four-decade career as a comedian and actor included his unlikely, Emmy-winning performance as mom to twin adult sons in the TV series “Baskets,” died Friday. He was 68. Anderson died at…
MORE STARS JOIN "STAND UP TO CANCER" ROADBLOCK FUNDRAISING TELECAST AND STREAMING EVENT
“#Up2Us to #StandUpToCancer” Week to Kick-off Friday, August 13 With Fundraising Live Streams, Patient Stories, and Dance Challenge LOS ANGELES – August 12, 2021 – Stand Up To Cancer® (SU2C) has added more star power to the lineup of its seventh…
Melanoma Monday: Skin Cancer Awareness
There has been an increase in melanoma skin cancer cases per year. It’s estimated in 2021, there will be 200,000 cases diagnosed in the U.S. Early detection allows for more treatment options to patients and when caught early it…
Keesler Air Force Base hosts first-ever drive-through health fair
Keesler Air Force Base in Biloxi is taking the health care of our military men and women to a whole new level. The mission: healthcare and cancer screenings. Location: Keesler Air Force Base. The objective: keep our military men and…
Gautier K9 officer diagnosed with stage 4 cancer
The Jackson County community is asking for help in any form for Gautier K9 Officer Ben McQuagge. McQuagge was recently diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer. He, his wife, and two children brought an old house in Vancleave in hopes…
Walking 35 miles for cancer awareness after Relay for Life canceled
COVID-19 has caused countless organizations to cancel big events and fundraisers. However, that doesn’t mean the causes that need the money have disappeared. After the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life was canceled, Jeff Green decided to take matters into…
No Shave November
Last week began a month long initiative for men and women to forgo shaving or grooming and grow out their hair for an entire 30 days. But ‘No Shave November’ is not just about creating a scruffy look, it’s about…
Surviving childhood cancer
One of the hardest battles many people face is against cancer, but it’s especially difficult if the battle happens during a person’s childhood. September is ‘National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.’ Meet Rebecca Morrow. “I had acute lymphoblastic leukemia.” Today, Rebecca…
Real Men Wear Pink to Kick Off Campaign
The event will kick off on Wednesday, August 14th at the IP Casino in Biloxi.
Gulfport boy battling rare cancer
The life of one local boy and his family has been turned upside down with his recent cancer diagnosis. “You can’t put into words when someone tells you that your son has cancer.” Thirteen-year-old Austin Guidry has been in and…
Local woman looking for a donor
How closely do you pay attention to the signs on the side of the highway? Well, there is a sign near the Hard Rock Casino in Biloxi that could save someone’s life. To the average person, this may just seem…