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Hidden danger in homes may be contributing factor in lung cancer cases
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said up to 40,000 lung cancers each year are diagnosed in people who have never smoked or in those who were light smokers.
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The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said up to 40,000 lung cancers each year are diagnosed in people who have never smoked or in those who were light smokers.
George Brown, the co-founder and longtime drummer of Kool & The Gang who helped write such hits as "Too Hot," "Ladies Night," "Joanna" and the party favorite "Celebration," has died at age 74.
Phosphogypsum is a material known by the EPA to contain a "potentially cancer-causing, radioactive gas," that's the second-leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S.
The EPA has long banned the use of phosphogypsum, the waste left behind from mining phosphate rock., saying it contains "radioactive material."
Last year, the percentage of adult smokers dropped to about 11%, according to new government survey data. Meanwhile, electronic cigarette use rose.
For people at high risk, only 5.8 percent of those eligible have been screened
Naomi Ruchim reports nearly 237,000 people in the U.S. will be diagnosed with lung cancer this year. For people at high risk, only 5.8 percent of those eligible have been screened.
The fight against cancer is a personal one for the president.
A day to raise awareness about the leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S.
The American Lung Association hosted its annual Fight for Air Climb at Loan Depot Park on Saturday.
Memorial Cancer Institute is the first in South Florida to use the innovative technology for early detection of lung cancer.
Doctors say smokers and non-smokers alike can suddenly find that they have been stricken, even if they are not exhibiting symptoms.
A New York cancer research and treatment center has received approval from the Food and Drug Administration to conduct a clinical trial of an innovative lung cancer vaccine developed in Cuba.
A number of Florida organizations are getting money for cancer research and tobacco-related diseases.
The numbers surrounding lung cancer are eye-opening. More than 228,000 people are diagnosed each year in the U.S., and nearly 160,000 people die, 10,000 of them in Florida. Five-year survival rates overall stand at just 16 percent. Lung cancer claims more lives than breast, prostate and colon cancer combined. Now, there is reason for hope at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, part of UHealth – University of Miami Health System.
The nation's No. 2 cigarette maker is vowing to fight a jury verdict of $23.6 billion in punitive damages in a lawsuit filed by the widow of a longtime smoker who died of lung cancer.
In April the Food and Drug Administration announced plans to begin regulating E-cigarettes. The decision brought relief to some parents who felt it would make it harder for teens to get their hands on the nicotine vapor devices.
Former U.S. Rep. Clay Shaw, a congressman who represented a chunk of South Florida for more than two decades, has died following a lengthy battle against lung cancer.
Former South Florida news anchor John Hambrick has passed away. Hambrick died Tuesday under hospice care in Texas of cancer. He was 73. He was diagnosed with lung cancer in 2012, and it metastasized to his brain.
The widow of a smoker who died of lung cancer over 15 years ago has been awarded $35 million in damages.
Hearing the words lung cancer often means a grim prognosis. But a new experimental vaccine is now giving hope to millions of patients all over the world.
It's the busiest travel day ahead of the holiday weekend.
Ahead of July 4, here are the states where fireworks sales are legal, where they're illegal and where various restrictions apply.
The deadline to complete the survey is July 26th.
A heat advisory is in effect through the Fourth of July
County, state, and federal offices will be closed to observe the holiday
It's the busiest travel day ahead of the holiday weekend.
Ahead of July 4, here are the states where fireworks sales are legal, where they're illegal and where various restrictions apply.
The deadline to complete the survey is July 26th.
A heat advisory is in effect through the Fourth of July
July 4th gives us reasons to celebrate
The American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers.
Florida insurance companies made money last year for the first time in seven years.
The U.S. Supreme Court is scheduled Sept. 26 to discuss whether it will hear a First Amendment challenge to a 2021 Florida law that placed restrictions on major social-media companies.
The number of people traveling to Florida during the second quarter of 2023 decreased compared to a year earlier, according to estimates released Wednesday by the state's tourism-marketing agency.
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday said Walt Disney Parks and Resorts should drop a federal lawsuit that claims retaliation by the state and accept changes to a special district that long benefited the theme-park giant.
Following debate, age factors in, and race shifts in Trump's direction after the first 2024 presidential debate.
A 19-year-old and the club where she worked as a stripper have sued Florida's attorney general.
A New York court said in a decision that Rudy Giuliani is disbarred effective immediately.
Measure would protect an estimated 36 million and represent first major federal safety standard of its kind.
It's a welcome number for the candidate, who caused widespread concern among Democrats after his debate performance
Jim DeFede interviews Democrat Joe Saunders, who now finds himself with a last-minute challenger, his aunt Maureen Saunders Scott, who is demanding to be on the ballot as Moe Saunders.
Jim DeFede discusses the cuts with former Miami Beach Mayor Dan Gelber and Michel Hausmann, the artistic director of Miami New Drama.
Jim DeFede devotes the entire half-hour to social media influencer Alex Otaola, who wants to be the next mayor of Miami-Dade County.
Jim DeFede talks with a Miami Herald reporter who was inside the courtroom and provides us with a first-hand account of exactly went on, where cameras were not allowed.
Jim DeFede talks to Jason Pizzo, who represents the district where the greatest flood impacts were felt this week: coastal Miami-Dade and Broward Counties.
Health officials have issued an alert in the Florida Keys after two people were confirmed to have dengue fever.
FDA approval of the new Alzheimer's treatment, which will be branded as Kisunla, follows years of setbacks.
Measure would protect an estimated 36 million and represent first major federal safety standard of its kind.
The FDA said its study better simulated how commercial milk processing kills the bird flu virus, H5N1.
The LB.1 variant makes up close to 1 in 5 new COVID cases, the CDC estimates.
Don't miss these 4th of July deals on carry-ons, duffel bags, backpacks and more luggage at Tumi.
These monitors are perfect for on-the-go work or play.
Upgrade your outdoor living space with new patio furniture that's on sale from Wayfair, Walmart and Amazon.
Save big on Samsung's Frame smart TV, Bespoke refrigerators, AI-powered washers and dryers and more this 4th of July.
Enjoy clearer vision with new prescription eyeglasses or sunglasses during Zenni Optical's 4th of July sale.
The American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers.
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.
There are two sales tax holidays for hurricane supplies
Has mom and dad's bank been open too long at your house?
One consumer reported suffering a dental injury after eating Trader Joe's Chicken, Lentil & Caramelized Onion Pilaf product.
A 19-year-old and the club where she worked as a stripper have sued Florida's attorney general.
All over Florida, arts groups are scrambling to plug large budget gaps after Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis unexpectedly vetoed $32 million in arts funding.
Martin Mull came to national fame with a recurring role on the Norman Lear-created satirical soap opera "Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman," and the starring role in its spinoff, "Fernwood 2 Night."
The original 1997 illustration for the front of the first Harry Potter book has set a record for Potter-themed memorabilia on the auction block.
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