Local programs within Native American communities are at the forefront of an effort to increase cancer screening and reduce cancer deaths.

by Sue Rochman

Yesterday & Today

Rosemary Clooney rebounded from a troubled marriage, addictions and mental illness to enjoy a long singing career. Since her death from lung cancer in 2002, treatment advances have offered some hope to other patients.

by Marilyn Fenichel

Jackie O’Neil, Djuan Lambert, Gerardo Martinez.

Yesterday & Today

60 Minutes journalist Ed Bradley tried to “shine a light in a dark corner” through his work, but he kept his long struggle with chronic lymphocytic leukemia private.

by Brittany Moya del Pino

Matthew Englander, Debra Hesse, Alayna Williamson.

First Person

A mother and daughter exchange thoughts about their “full-family experience” facing an ovarian cancer diagnosis and treatment.

by Mary (Dicey) Jackson Scroggins and Nneka Scroggins

Survivor Profile

While getting their new coffee business off the ground, John and Pat Curry took John's cancer treatment one step at a time.

by Jen A. Miller

Addressing the spiritual health of cancer patients is now recognized as an essential aspect of quality care.

by Sue Rochman

Survivor Profile

When Christina McEvoy was diagnosed with stage IV melanoma, she took the reins of her care, traveling more than 600 miles for treatment and returning home to help other melanoma survivors.

by Melissa Davlin

Diabetes increases cancer risk, and a dual diagnosis of cancer and diabetes complicates treatment and prognosis.

by Stephen Ornes