New report shows lung cancer survival rates continue to improve
The new report shows the lung cancer survival rate has improved 26% in the last five years.
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The new report shows the lung cancer survival rate has improved 26% in the last five years.
The American Lung Association report says there have been important advances in early detection and treatments but lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer deaths. Stephanie Stahl reports.
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A Harrisburg mom is getting a lot of attention on TikTok as she raises awareness about lung cancer by sharing her diagnosis journey with the world.
Doctors issue a warning against radon, a radioactive gas that can cause lung cancer. Stephanie Stahl reports.
Michael Hutkin, a lifelong Phillies fan, was first inspired at Connie Mack Stadium and no, he didn't want to play baseball. He wanted to join a different crew.
Since retiring, Jim Alturo has picked up more than 24,000 cigarette butts in New Jersey.
"I have great news, which is that I am cancer-free," Micucci said in a TikTok video.
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.
The new report said Pa and N.J. get good grades for detection and treatments but disparities still exist for minorities and radon levels are concerning.
In an effort to reduce lung cancer deaths across the country, the American Cancer Society has updated its lung cancer screening guidelines.
Lung cancer is the second most common cancer and the leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States, according to the American Cancer Society.
Young people diagnosed with cancer is happening at an alarming pace, according to a sweeping new study that also says many cases are preventable.
Young people diagnosed with cancer is happening at an alarming pace, according to a sweeping new study that also says many cases are preventable.
The bikers are going the extra mile, or 425 miles that is, from Philadelphia, to Baltimore, roundtrip to raise money and awareness for lung cancer.
Buildings in our region and around the country are lighting the night sky in turquoise this week to raise awareness about the leading cause of cancer deaths.
Stephanie Stahl reports.
Stephanie Stahl reports.
Lung cancer survival rates are improving, according to the American Lung Association's annual report that was released Tuesday. The five-year survival rate is now 25%.
The fight against cancer is a personal one for the president.
More people are surviving lung cancer, but disparities persist for communities of color, according to a new report from the American Lung Association.
Yet lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer death nationwide -- and your chances of surviving lung cancer can vary drastically depending on where you live.
Early screening for lung cancer can drastically improve your chances of survival, according to Brooke Leibfreid, Cancer Center Nurse Navigator at St. Mary Medical Center in Langhorne. She says too often, lung cancer is diagnosed after symptoms occur, which in many cases indicates the disease has spread to other parts of the body. At that point, the survival rate is low, just 20 percent. But with early screening, before you have symptoms, she says the disease can be found before it has spread, which leads to many more treatment options that give patients a shot at a long-term cure and as a result a patient's survival rate skyrockets to 88 percent.
For patients who've smoked a long time, the scans are covered by insurance, the American Lung Association says.
Mayor Parker is reflecting on her first year in office during a State of the City event.
Officials say the Philadelphia school district failed to show it protected Jewish students from harassment despite "repeated, extensive notice" that students, teachers and administrators were engaging in antisemitic behavior.
Joe Veneziale of Coatesville, Pennsylvania, is going extreme with his Christmas decorations for a good cause.
More than 119 million people will travel at least 50 miles from home between Saturday and New Year's Day, which would top the previous holiday-season high set in 2019, according to AAA.
Jess Mruzik had 26 kills, Caroline Jurevicius had 20 and Penn State rallied from an 0-2 semifinal hole for a five-set victory over Nebraska to reach the NCAA championship.
Snow and rain are possible in the Philadelphia region, which could make the evening commute messy for holiday travelers.
Mayor Parker is reflecting on her first year in office during a State of the City event.
Officials say the Philadelphia school district failed to show it protected Jewish students from harassment despite "repeated, extensive notice" that students, teachers and administrators were engaging in antisemitic behavior.
The Montgomery County Board of Commissioners approved a 9% property tax hike in a 2-1 vote, effective Jan. 1, 2025.
Speaker Mike Johnson told reporters at the Capitol he's "expecting votes this morning, so stay tuned — we've got a plan."
Mayor Parker is reflecting on her first year in office during a State of the City event.
Officials say the Philadelphia school district failed to show it protected Jewish students from harassment despite "repeated, extensive notice" that students, teachers and administrators were engaging in antisemitic behavior.
Joe Veneziale of Coatesville, Pennsylvania, is going extreme with his Christmas decorations for a good cause.
Snow and rain are possible in the Philadelphia region, which could make the evening commute messy for holiday travelers.
Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant is set to open a new location next to the Liacouras Center on Temple University's campus in North Philadelphia.
Snow and rain are possible in the Philadelphia region, which could make the evening commute messy for holiday travelers.
A community of Eagles fans is helping this South Jersey man diagnosed with terminal cancer to fulfill his final wish
Four people were injured after a small plane crashed at the Lakewood Airport in Ocean County, New Jersey, on Thursday, police said.
The Atlantic City Airshow won't return to the popular Jersey Shore vacation spot for the second straight year.
The Federal Aviation Administration has set up zones around the state where drones are banned from flying below 400 feet.
Snow and rain are possible in the Philadelphia region, which could make the evening commute messy for holiday travelers.
The official start of winter, and the shortest day of the year, is Saturday, Dec. 21.
White Christmases are rare in the Delaware Valley, and this year is no exception.
By 3 p.m. Wednesday, light showers will break out across the Philadelphia region.
Rain will clear out Tuesday morning and give way to partly sunny and mild conditions across the Philadelphia region.
Dale and Steve Berkley spent countless hours at St. Christopher's Hospital for Children in Philadelphia with their granddaughter, who was treated for cancer.
Some 13 oz. bags of Lay's Classic Potato Chips may contain an undeclared allergen, according to the snack company.
A device used in South Jersey is a game-changer for people with inflammatory bowel disease as an alternative to invasive screenings.
Sounds of the holiday season filled St. Jerome Church courtesy of visually impaired students from Saint Lucy's performing a Christmas concert.
Feds warn against eating multiple products containing the vegetable, including salads, wraps, party trays and meal kits.
More than 80% of retailers rolled out stricter return policies last year, research shows.
The mall many in Northeast Philadelphia still know as Franklin Mills is now called Franklin Mall.
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Deep divisions erupted Monday night during the final public comment session on the Philadelphia 76ers' proposal to build a $1.3 billion arena in Center City.
Philadelphia will add 14 speed cameras to Broad Street in hopes of making the road safer for drivers and pedestrians.
New data from PennDOT suggests technology is improving safety after rear-end crashes plagued the Schuylkill Expressway for years.
The southbound lanes of I-95 have reopened between the I-676 East and Market Street exits because a pedestrian was struck.
Philadelphia's annual Vision Zero report shows Roosevelt Boulevard is getting safer but Broad Street is getting more dangerous.
NJ Transit CEO Kevin Corbett is resigning effective Jan. 15, 2025, Gov. Phil Murphy announced Monday
Jess Mruzik had 26 kills, Caroline Jurevicius had 20 and Penn State rallied from an 0-2 semifinal hole for a five-set victory over Nebraska to reach the NCAA championship.
Anze Kopitar and Kevin Fiala scored two goals each and the Los Angeles Kings rallied to beat the Philadelphia Flyers 7-3.
Max Kepler, a Berlin, Germany, native has spent the past 10 years with the Minnesota Twins.
The Philadelphia Eagles on Thursday surprised Damon Brockington with their Coach of the Year award.
Eleven bills on the proposed new Sixers arena in Center City passed a final vote in City Council on Thursday.
Meet the winner of this weekend's Jason Kelce look-alike contest: Paul Crossley of Fishtown.
If you've found yourself caught up in the chaos of the holiday season and are looking to slow things down and enjoy a weekend of celebration, then you've come to the right place.
The cost of YouTube TV has soared nearly 140% since the streaming platform launched in 2017.
The transformative power of music is bringing hope and holiday cheer to people facing poverty in Philadelphia.
Mindy Kaling and Morris Chestnut announced the nominations for the 82nd annual Golden Globes, with 10 nominees revealed live on CBS News.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
Brian Grubb, a pop culture and sports writer, joins Gallen of Questions to answer a very pressing question: If Eagles running back Saquon Barkley was a new superhero, what would his name be?
A Chester County teenager is once again helping his neighbors get into the holiday spirit with extreme decorations. We first met him a couple of months ago when he wowed all of us with his spooky Halloween decorations, but this time he's going all out for Christmas with a giving-back component. CBS News Philadelphia's Wakisha Bailey is in Coatesville with what you can expect this holiday season.
Here are the top headlines in the Philadelphia region for Friday, Dec. 20, 2024.
All season long you have been helping us make the holiday season brighter for families in our region through our Joy of Sharing toy drive! If you still want to participate in our annual Joy of Sharing campaign, Friday, Dec. 20 is the last day to drop off a new, unwrapped toy at CBS Philadelphia or any of our other drop off locations.
CBS News Philadelphia Meteorologist Kate Bilo is tracking rain, snow, and bitterly cold temperatures in the Philadelphia region as we head into the final weekend before Christmas.