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May is skin cancer awareness month and dermatologists are working to bring awareness to this deadly disease.

There is no screening to prevent esophageal cancer. Several risk factors increase a person’s chance of developing esophageal cancer. Alcohol Use – Esophageal cancer has been linked to moderate-to-heavy alcohol use. Risk factors you cannot change:Gender/Age- Males are 3 to 4 times more likely than women to develop esophageal cancer. Symptoms of esophageal cancer include difficulty or pain when swallowing, unexplained weight loss, coughing/hoarseness, or pain behind the throat.

Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer in men and women. But the good news is that it is also one of the most preventable cancers, so I am sharing vital information as we observe March as Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. In Texas alone, an estimated 139,320 people will be diagnosed and 43,490 will die of colorectal cancer. Screening: Colorectal cancer can be prevented with early detection. The colonoscopy is the “gold standard” for colorectal cancer screening, but there are also at-home stool tests that are also effective.

Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer in men and women. But the good news is that it is also one of the most preventable cancers, so I am sharing vital information as we observe March as Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. In Texas alone, an estimated 139,320 people will be diagnosed and 43,490 will die of colorectal cancer. Screening: Colorectal cancer can be prevented with early detection. The colonoscopy is the “gold standard” for colorectal cancer screening, but there are also at-home stool tests that are also effective.

Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer in men and women. But the good news is that it is also one of the most preventable cancers, so I am sharing vital information as we observe March as Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. In Texas alone, an estimated 139,320 people will be diagnosed and 43,490 will die of colorectal cancer. Screening: Colorectal cancer can be prevented with early detection. The colonoscopy is the “gold standard” for colorectal cancer screening, but there are also at-home stool tests that are also effective.

A nurse at the South Texas Blood and Tissue Center donated bone marrow to a girl in need in London 18 years ago. Now the two are bonded for life.

Sixty-four percent of San Antonio is Hispanic according to the latest US census, which is why medical professionals are taking the issue of disparities in cancer in Latinos very seriously.

With advances in technology and knowledge in the medical field, cancer is no longer a death sentence and there are things you can do to prevent getting it later.

A Boerne cancer survivor helps raise more than $30,000 dollars to help support St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

A mom of two battling breast cancer received the surprise of a lifetime from her favorite Dallas Cowboys player.

Our most enduring takeaway wasn’t so much the overwhelming beauty, what learned about this country and its people.

A San Antonio oncologist spoke to KSAT about the ways we can prevent breast cancer, a disease that kills tens of thousands of American women every year.

Laredo Firefighters received a training course on occupational cancer recently called...

Team KSAT has surpassed their fundraising goal and have raised over $17,000.

The men at KSAT have surpassed their goal of raising $10,000 during No Shave November. The money raised will benefit ten cancer non-profit organizations.

The UTRGV School of Medicine hosted “Purple Night” at the UTRGV Biomedical Research Facility on Sunday in an effort to raise awareness for pancreatic cancer.

If more people get HPV vaccines and regular screenings, "cervical caner will become a rare disease," one of the study's authors says.

An 18-year-old man who defeated a rare bone cancer has decided to give back to the community who stood by his side during his battle.

Last year, it was just a dream -- serving as a safe haven of comfort and peace, for women recovering from major breast cancer surgery. Now, it’s become a reality for Pat and Phil Gonzales.

A team of researchers at Texas A&M University, Northwestern University, and ImmunoGenesis has discovered a treatment for glioblastoma that has promising implications for the human version of the aggressive cancer form that grows in the brain.

A volleyball athlete is representing the Lone Star State on a major international stage. Paralympian Jillian Williams is days away from competing at the 2020 Tokyo Summer Paralympic Games for sitting volleyball.

A man battling a severe illness was hesitant about getting the COVID-19 vaccine, but after seeking advice from his doctor and ultimately getting vaccinated, he’s encouraging others with hesitancy in vulnerable health communities to do so as well.

Proton therapy is an advanced cancer radiation technique that better targets tumors, without harming the tissue around them. The facilities are expensive and complex but within two years, South Texas will have one at a brand new UT Health San Antonio facility.

A San Antonio man is helping his three-year-old daughter cope with her hair loss due to cancer and the moment was captured on video.

Trader Village San Antonio's 10-acres used for the corn maze were transformed into a field of yellow sunflowers perfect for pictures but also to honor those battling cancer.

The pandemic may have put more lives at risk than you might think and not just from the virus.

UV rays are linked to 90% of non-melanoma skin cancers

New guidelines say adults at average risk of colorectal cancer should be screened from ages 45 to 75.

May is Brain Tumor Awareness Month and the nonprofit Gabriella’s Smile Foundation, along with a family who turned their tragedy into an amazing cause are both aimed at helping families in and around the San Antonio.

On Wednesday, May 12, the City of Converse took another step to honor the life and legacy of Judson Rocket Bryce Wisdom, officially renaming the street between D.W. Rutledge Stadium and the baseball and softball fields at Judson High School as Bryce Wisdom Way.

Despite his diagnosis, Noah Adams continues to radiate positivity

Researchers at the Mays Cancer Center at UT Health San Antonio are studying what challenges Latino cancer survivors are facing with their diagnosis.

Scientists say crying could provide an early warning of cancer, diabetes and autoimmune disease.

A terminally ill teen in San Antonio has died following a battle with brain cancer, her family confirms.

A San Antonio mother has dedicated her life to making her terminally ill 17-year-old daughter’s dreams come true. She’s hoping her story inspires other families going through hard times to never give up.

As we mark Colon Cancer Awareness Month, you may be getting reminded it’s time to make that choice. The screening test, Cologuard, is popular for a number of reasons. AdThe problem is, if you really, really need accuracy, it’s not the best choice. If a Cologuard test does indicate the presence of polyps, you will likely now need a colonoscopy, too. “They’re just saying, ‘You have one screening, one mammography, one pap smear, one colon screening, so if you use it, tough luck.

Medical centers have seen concerning declines in the number of people coming in for routine colonoscopies. Colorectal cancer is preventable when pre-cancerous polyps are found and removed. Dr. Steele says a colonoscopy is considered the “gold standard” in colorectal screenings, but at-home options are available too. People at high risk, including those with a family history of polyps or colon cancer, may be due sooner. If you’re worried about contracting Covid-19 at a medical facility, Dr. Steele says it may ease your mind to learn about the safety measures in place, and encourages calling your doctor.

SAN ANTONIO – A San Antonio teen who became an amputee due to a rare form of bone cancer hopes his new four-legged friend will be able to help him regain his independence. In January, Adams received Dexter, an Australian Shepherd-Blue Lacy mix dog, as a gift to become a service dog. AdDespite the cost, Adams’s mother said training Dexter to become a service dog is a must for her son. Adams and his family say they are forever grateful for the support from the San Antonio community, which has made it easier to deal with a difficult battle. RELATED: Dog rescued from San Antonio River may have found forever home, officials say

The full moon of January, called the Wolf Moon, will occur on Thursday, Jan. 28, at 2:16 p.m. EST (1916 GMT) according to NASA. So in New York, where the day is about 10 hours long on Jan. 28, the moon rises before sunset. Going farther north, to Reykjavik, the moon rises at 3:51 p.m. local time, and the sun doesn't set until 5:02 p.m. Visible planetsThis sky map shows the Full Wolf Moon with planets and constellations as seen from New York City, on Jan. 28, 2021, at 8 p.m. local time. In fact, Jupiter is in conjunction with the sun on Jan. 28, meaning the planet will pass behind the sun from Earth's point of view.

SAN ANTONIO – A San Antonio mother is fighting back after she caught two people stealing toys from her daughter’s grave on surveillance video. I said, ‘My daughter can’t even rest peacefully because they are taking her belongings.’”The first camera Kennedy put up was vandalized. To me, all of that stuff is valuable to me because I buy it from my heart for my daughter.”Kennedy has filed a police report with San Antonio police. She said she wants the men caught, and she wants better security for the sake of the many loved ones buried at the cemetery. If you have any information that can help, you are urged to call San Antonio police.

Alex Trebek attends the ""SNL 40th Anniversary Special" at Rockfeller Plaza in New York City in 2015. is saddened to share that Alex Trebek passed away peacefully at home early this morning, surrounded by family and friends. Television presenter Alex Trebek and actress Betty White attend the Third Annual Television Academy Hall of Fame induction ceremony in Santa Monica, California, 1986. Alex Trebek, Vanna White, Pat Sajak and Merv Griffin in 2006. (Photo by Lars Niki/Corbis via Getty Images) (Getty Images.)

13-year-old battling rare cancer goes viral 2020 has been a tough year for many. Leave it to 13-year-old Lyric Jacks to lift our spirits with her inspiring social media message, all while battling cancer. Jericka Duncan has her story.

SAN ANTONIO – A San Antonio woman says a breast exam led doctors to discover she had COVID-19, even though she wasn’t showing any symptoms. Joanne Garcia discovered a lump in her breast earlier this year and underwent several exams. “I actually went in to get a breast CT scan, so they could try and see where the cancer is,” Garcia said. “She goes, ‘I can’t see anything visible with your breast cancer on the CT scan because you have COVID lungs. “Luckily, because her lung reserve is tremendous because of her singing career, she had no shortness of breath,” said Dr. Maryam Elmi, breast surgical oncologist at UT Health San Antonio MD Anderson Cancer Center.

The American Cancer Society predicts that, by the end of this year, there will have been 782 statewide cases of testicular cancer and 39 deaths. “My paternal grandfather actually died from testicular cancer before I was born. Here are some quick facts from the American Cancer Society:The incidence rate of testicular cancer has been increasing in the US and many other countries for several decades. Testicular cancer is not common: about 1 of every 250 males will develop testicular cancer at some point during their lifetime. Because testicular cancer usually can be treated successfully, a man’s lifetime risk of dying from this cancer is very low: about 1 in 5,000.

According to Dr. Amita Patnaik, clinical researcher for the START Center for Cancer Care, the effectiveness of the vaccines is beyond what an annual flu shot can produce. They are called mRNA vaccines, which is a category of treatment that is currently being investigated at the Start Center. “One of the hallmarks of cancer is the ability of cancers to evade the immune system and to essentially hijack the immune system. So, by giving the vaccine, the hope is that we can get the immune system to recognize those parts of the cancer that may be able to elicit a response that can actually attack the cancer cells,” Patnaik said. START is looking at two of these mRNA vaccines for cancer, but seeing the preliminary success of the new coronavirus gives huge hope for the future of cancer care.

My brother died from cancer,” Jamison said. When he went in for hernia surgery, the doctors discovered an even bigger issue -- prostate cancer. “When you have prostate cancer, you don’t know, you don’t feel it just like a normal person,” Jamison said. The cancer was in its early stage, and 30 days following surgery, Jamison was back on the operating table. An American Cancer Society study showed the five-year survival rate for men diagnosed with localized prostate cancer is nearly 100%.

SAN ANTONIO – A San Antonio teen battling cancer is putting his battle aside and working to bring a smile to pediatric patients by hosting a toy drive. Noah Adams, 17, was diagnosed with Ewing Sarcoma, a rare form of bone cancer, in July. In the meantime, Adams is hosting a toy drive for pediatric patients at University Hospital. From now through Dec. 16, he is collecting unwrapped toys and gifts for children as young as newborn age to 29 years old. Noah Strong Toy Drive collecting toys, gifts for pediatric patients.

Central Catholic High student with rare bone cancer back home after undergoing surgery, re-learning how to walkPublished: October 27, 2020, 10:42 pmA Central Catholic High School student battling a rare form of bone cancer is back home after undergoing surgery and is re-learning how to walk.

According to recent research, the number of people being diagnosed with breast cancer has declined by half during the COVID-19 pandemic. Oncologists said the reason behind it is because fewer people are visiting their health care providers. The good news is many things can still be done to help reduce the risks of breast cancer. Be sure to get tested regardless of your gender:Oncologists say sometimes men ignore the warning signs of breast cancer for too long, and that can be deadly. Look for changes during self-exams:Doctors say even though not all lumps end up being cancer, they still need to be evaluated by a health care professional to rule out any problems.

With that, they began distributing food packs in the impoverished neighborhoods in Dhaka. Eventually, they succeeded in bringing about 120 organizations and business houses under one umbrella for their aid campaign, Mission Save Bangladesh. Kadir spoke with The Associated Press as he and other volunteers visited a cancer hospital in Dhaka to distribute food packs. The group provided food packs to about 13,000 families and another 60,000 individuals. Abdullah Biswas, a father of a cancer patient in a specialized cancer hospital in Dhaka, was happy to get food packs.

SAN ANTONIO The death of actor Chadwick Boseman at 43 has many asking questions about colon cancer at an early age. Gloria Riojas was only 35 years old when she was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer. Family history always plays a role in cancer, but colon cancer is not always linked to genetics. Vizuete said colon cancer is preventable. Many insurance companies now also begin covering colon cancer testing at 45 years old.

SAN ANTONIO – The world has come together to mourn the loss of actor Chadwick Boseman, known for his role in “The Black Panther,” among other feature films. Representatives of Boseman confirmed the star’s death on social media, detailing that he was originally diagnosed with the disease in 2016. According to the post, Boseman continued to film landmark movies in between surgeries and chemotherapy. Some of the posts are listed below:Goodbye Chadwick Boseman. my god ... ✌🏿♥️✊🏿 🙅🏿‍♂️ forever and ever ... https://t.co/9pORaKZuQN pic.twitter.com/awX3DiTVwn — Don Cheadle (@DonCheadle) August 29, 2020Our hearts are heavy as we join our NBA family in mourning the death of Chadwick Boseman.

When Hillary Calhoun’s fertility doctor brought her in for a procedure and then a nurse called her just a few short business days later, asking her to come into the office immediately, the now-36-year-old had a hunch something wasn’t right.

SAN ANTONIO – A new study co-authored by a UT Health researcher shows how cancer patients with COVID-19 react to different treatments. According to researchers, the study found new evidence of how cancer patients with COVID-19 react to different treatments, analyzing the treatment of almost 2,200 cancer patients with COVID-19. US signs contract with Pfizer for COVID-19 vaccine dosesThe study found that the cancer patients’ mortality rate was 16%, triple the global average. Dr. Dimpy Shah said patients taking the anti-viral medication Remdesivir had lower mortality rates. However, those taking other drugs engineered to help fight COVID-19 did not.

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SAN ANTONIO- Cancer patients who contract COVID-19 are twice as likely to die from it than the average healthy person, according to a new international study, partially led by a team at UT Health San Antonio. Track coronavirus cases by ZIP, age in San Antonio with interactive mapMesa explained several reasons behind the findings. What researchers know is that cancer patients are even more at risk than previously thought. The international study is ongoing. The researchers now have almost 3,000 cases collected and are currently looking at drivers relating to race, ethnicity, cancer type and cancer treatment.

People with cancer and COVID-19 twice as likely to die, new study saysPublished: June 2, 2020, 6:52 pmCancer patients who contract COVID-19 are twice as likely to die from it than the average healthy person, according to a new international study, partially led by a team at UT Health San Antonio.

One in two men and one in three women will be diagnosed with cancer, but many don’t know how it develops, the most common forms or how it’s treated

Sensitive new prenatal blood tests can reveal surprising health information about the mother as well as the baby. In some cases, they've even discovered cancer. Dr. Mallika Marshall reports.

An excerpt of Morley Safer's May 1973 report on the progress of immunotherapy and the search for a cure for cancer

Cancer "changes the way you look at the sunset" A leading role in "Homeland" has changed Mandy Patinkin's professional life, but before that, cancer altered his real world.

Cancer may never be wiped out, study shows Since 1971, the National Cancer Institute has spent $90 billion on research and treatments. Cancer expert Dr. David Agus joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss whether we can really find a cure for the disease.

Pancreatic cancer to become second most fatal cancer Lung cancer is currently the deadliest cancer, followed by colorectal and breast cancers. But as deaths from many cancers drop, the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network predicts pancreatic cancer will rise from the fourth to the second leading cause of cancer death by 2020. Alexis Christoforous reports.