Alcohol Is The Leading Preventable Cause Of Cancer
Alcohol consumption is a significant risk factor for cancers of the mouth, throat, esophagus and liver.
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Alcohol consumption is a significant risk factor for cancers of the mouth, throat, esophagus and liver.
Charities are always looking for new ways to energize donors. A colorful twist on an old idea is looking good for the Cool Kids Campaign.
A little girl is donating hats to kids with cancer. Click on the link for more information.
More than a half a million people are predicted to die this year in America from all forms of cancer. Though the overall number is staggering, the predicted deaths are showing a decrease from a high reached in 1991.
The University of Maryland School of Medicine is laying the last beam at its new $200 million cancer treatment facility.
Miss District of Columbia Allyn Rose has fallen short in her bid to become Miss America, despite successfully conveying a message about breast cancer prevention.
Win or lose Saturday, Miss America contestant Allyn Rose will have conveyed a message about breast cancer prevention using her primary tool as a beauty queen: her body.
Cancer death rates decreased by 1.6 percent from 2000 to 2009.
It's Make-A-Wish Day, a time when, across the country, the wishes of 64 seriously ill children are granted.
A former Ravens coach--now head coach for the Indianapolis Colts--is fighting back against cancer. There is promising news that coach Chuck Pagano is beating leukemia.
Patients suffering from incurable forms of cancer maintain hope of survival if they are receiving chemotherapy or other treatments for their diseases, despite the deadliness of their illnesses, a new study found.
Taking a daily multivitamin for years may lower the risk of cancer.
Green tea may work to prevent or slow the growth of prostate and breast cancers.
It turns out that Mitt Romney made millions and saved the company he was running by peddling cigarettes in the former Soviet Union and in the United States in the early 90s.
A concert with a cause. One of the most popular rock bands of all time performed at The Lyric on Sunday. Journey helped raise more than $250,000 for the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center.
Death rates dropped significantly last year for five out of the 15 leading causes of death in the U.S.
The knitting group at Country Meadows Retirement Community estimates that, altogether, they've been knitting for 500 years or so.
Former state Sen. Clarence M. Mitchell III has died.
The Obama administration wants an American imprisoned in Cuba to see his personal physician amid concerns he may have a cancerous growth on his shoulder.
Pagano is now head coach with the Colts
Colts coach Chuck Pagano has been diagnosed with leukemia and is expected to be hospitalized six to eight weeks as he undergoes treatment.
It's become one of the biggest events of its kind in the nation, and its all for a good cause. Hundreds of Baltimoreans will lace up their shoes for the sixth annual Great Prostate Cancer Challenge.
Daily aspirin use, long recommended for people at high risk of heart attack, may also reduce the risk of dying from cancer.
Maryland Half Marathon organizers are getting ready for next year's race. But Monday they took a break from planning to give a special award that helped raise nearly $1 million for cancer research.
Republican politicians continue to work against HPV vaccination despite its ability to prevent thousands of cases of cervical cancer and resulting deaths.
A 79-year-old man has died from the injuries he received during a burn barrel fire in Dundalk, Maryland.
As more water main breaks occur in Baltimore City and County, WJZ-TV got an inside look at how officials respond to the incidents.
A man was hospitalized following a shooting in Southeast Baltimore early Saturday morning, police said.
Anne Arundel County police say a woman was taking out her trash in Glen Burnie Thursday night when a man sexually assaulted her and tried to kidnap her.
The Maryland No. 1 has symbolized dominance for decades. It's one of the most coveted jerseys in college lacrosse.
Almost two weeks after the heaviest snow and sleet storm in a decade, Maryland is bracing for the coldest temperatures this winter.
First Alert Weather Days continue Saturday overnight and through Sunday due to the risk of extreme cold.
A 79-year-old man has died from the injuries he received during a burn barrel fire in Dundalk, Maryland.
As more water main breaks occur in Baltimore City and County, WJZ-TV got an inside look at how officials respond to the incidents.
A man was hospitalized following a shooting in Southeast Baltimore early Saturday morning, police said.
The Ravens said they "clearly made an error" and won't appeal the ruling.
A Howard County Police officer responded to a call last weekend that really got his goat.
Chilly night ahead with some frost possible west of I-95. Warmer weather returns this weekend.
Storm threat continues Thursday with high heat added to the mix too during the afternoon.
Drought conditions in Maryland have improved after several rounds of wet weather in May.
Coach Tre shares a few beginner-friendly workout moves for those who are looking for a fresh start. He focuses on nutrition, physical, and mental heath in all his clients.
Marty Bass is with Chef Antoine Thomas learning how he uses his special Chef's Blend seasoning to create the ultimate game day spread.
WJZ visited the special Valentine's Day edition of the haunted attraction. Cupid's Revenge, presented by Bennett's Curse, is open February 6th and 7th.
The Chesapeake Bay Boat Show returns to Maryland for its 5th year.
Maryland's biggest flag distributor, CRW Flags, gets ready for Fourth of July.
The Maryland No. 1 has symbolized dominance for decades. It's one of the most coveted jerseys in college lacrosse.
Buzz Williams' first season at Maryland is producing the wrong kind of history.
The Baltimore Orioles acquired utility player Blaze Alexander in a trade on Thursday with the Arizona Diamondbacks, who received reliever Kade Strowd and minor leaguers Wellington Aracena and José Mejia.
Doyle takes over a unit that was phenomenal in 2024 before regressing this season as two-time MVP quarterback Lamar Jackson dealt with injury problems.
Jesse Minter has the job, and with it the task of replacing John Harbaugh at the helm of a team that was considered a Super Bowl favorite just a few months ago.
Colin Demarco was arrested in January, months after he was seen in a Ring camera image at Vought's door, wearing a surgical mask and gloves.
Former Capitol Police officer Harry Dunn — who emerged as a national figure after the Jan. 6 riot — announced a second bid for Congress on Wednesday.
Five-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and his father were released from ICE custody on Sunday, a day after a federal court ordered their release.
The Senate passed a deal on a package of spending bills late Friday, sending it to the House, though funding for dozens of government agencies lapsed until the House takes it up.
Mr. Trump previously threatened to impose tariffs against countries that do not support his plans to acquire the territory.
Nearly 200 families were expected to shop at the 10th annual Christmas Store, hosted by the University of Maryland, Baltimore, and The Foundry Church on Friday.
After a loved one became a victim of sexual assault, a Maryland family is on a mission to prevent it among teens.
Over 400 future star chefs took over Baltimore on Saturday for a National Culinary Cook-off.
Chopped Broadway Bodega & Deli is making its mark as the first Black- and women-owned bodega in Fells Point, bringing the unmistakable flavors of a classic New York bodega to Baltimore.
'I Believe in Me Girls' held its fifth annual workshop on Saturday to empower young women while introducing them to a variety of career opportunities in the creative industry.
Senator Kagan said this bill will limit what she calls "bait and switch" and price gouging.
The Maryland Department of Emergency Management increased the State Activation Level from Normal to Partial on Friday morning in response to a Microsoft outage that has paralyzed systems worldwide.
Neighbors in one west Baltimore neighborhood are figuring out what to do for groceries, due to the Giant Food location in Edmondson Village closing next month.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is asking to move marijuana to Schedule III, alongside ketamine and some anabolic steroids
New flights to both U.S. and Caribbean destinations are coming to BWI in 2026.
After three decades of serving customers on the Baltimore waterfront, The Cheesecake Factory is closing its Inner Harbor location.
The company voluntarily issued the recall on September 23.
The Baltimore Tech Hub, one of 31 federal "Tech Hubs" designated last year, was skipped for a cut of $504 million in the first round of funding for the program.
Primanti Bros. on Tuesday announced plans to expand to the Baltimore region this spring.
Mixed nuts from Ohio-based Mellace Family Brands sold at some Wegmans stores could be tainted with Salmonella, FDA warns.
The company voluntarily issued the recall on September 23.
With open enrollment starting soon, employees could get sticker shock, with their costs expected to rise 6% to 7% for 2026, a new study says.
After WJZ shed light on a rat infestation plaguing one Towson community, Baltimore County officials say they are now taking action.
Recalled supplemental shakes were distributed to hospitals and long-term care facilities nationwide, federal officials say.
Music's biggest night returned Sunday with the 68th annual Grammy Awards. Here is how to watch and stream and what to know.
James Ransone, the actor who played Ziggy Sobotka in the HBO series "The Wire" and appeared in many other TV shows and movies, has died.
Director Rob Reiner and wife, Michele, were found dead in their Los Angeles home, sources told CBS News, in what police called an apparent homicide.
President Trump is hosting the Kennedy Center Honors on Sunday after presenting medals to the 2025 Kennedy Center honorees during an Oval Office ceremony Saturday.
A Maryland ticket broker is accused of illegally purchasing and reselling hundreds of thousands of tickets for profit, including thousands to Taylor Swift's highly-sought Eras Tour.
Strong wind gusts and frigid temperatures are expected in Maryland this weekend.
Cutter Martin has your Friday evening forecast | 2/6/2026
Parts of Maryland will see some light snowfall on Friday before frigid temperatures set in for the weekend.
First Alert Weather Days continue Saturday overnight and through Sunday due to the risk of extreme cold.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
A 79-year-old man has died from his injuries after a burn barrel fire in Dundalk, Maryland.
Maryland residents should bundle up as the state is set to be hit by extreme cold.
Baltimore native 33-year-old Diamond Rice is being remembering after being shot and killed in Cincinnati, Ohio earlier this month,
As more water main breaks occur in Baltimore City and County, WJZ-TV got an inside look at how officials respond to the incidents.
Strong wind gusts and frigid temperatures are expected in Maryland this weekend.