cancer

McCain: I'll be back soon

Despite surgery to remove cancerous tumor near left eye, Senator John McCain pledges to return to Senate soon.

Study reveals elevated cancer risk in Holocaust survivors

Longitudinal study shows Holocaust survivors born in occupied countries have highest risk, those denied compensation from gov't have lowest.

Woman dies of cancer two days after giving birth

Michal Aharonov Ben-Re’i, 38, passes away only two days after her baby is born by a c-section operation.

Court allows resignation of Hadassah child cancer doctors

Judges rejected the request of the hospital to issue an injunction against the resignation of doctors in the child cancer department.

Rare genetic defect may lead to cancer drug

A lack of the protein citrin slows children’s growth; blocking it in cancer slows tumor growth.

'Fighting for our children's lives'

Parents of child cancer patients at Hadassah hospital concerned that patients will be left without treatment, term it a 'death sentence.'

Jewish father of 3 whose donor search inspired celebrities dies

Adam Krief, a Jewish cancer patient whose search for a bone marrow donor captured the attention of social media and celebrities, has died.

'Miracle drug' saves Jewish hockey player with two weeks to live

Miracle drug with Israeli roots saves Jewish hockey player hit with cancer.

Chief of Staff has cancerous tumor removed

IDF Chief of Staff Gadi Eizenkot undergoes surgery to remove his prostate due to a cancerous growth.

Jewish cancer patient finds bone marrow donor

After a highly publicized search, a Jewish man with a deadly cancer has found a bone marrow donor.

Israeli researchers uncover a survival mechanism in cancer cells

Scientists make new advances in the fight against cancer.

'I don’t want to die, help me cheat death'

Girl gets her dying wish: to be cryogenically frozen after succumbing to cancer, in the hopes that she may be healed in the future.

First of its kind: Wall of screens guides, tracks tumor removal

Rambam Hospital unveils state-of-the-art digital control system for delicate cancer removal surgeries.

Incredible: Baby born twice at Texas hospital

Baby removed from mother's womb months early to remove a deadly tumor now growing steadily after successful second birth.

Israeli scientists announce breakthrough in cancer research

A new Israeli study reveals how melanoma spreads to other organs with fatal consequences. Researchers discover chemicals to block growth.

Experts at Israel conference call for expanded cancer screening

Half of those who could benefit from a life-saving cancer gene test are not eligible for the screening under the current rules.

Haifa oil spill raises issues, no answers

Underwater pipe explodes, oil pours into Haifa Bay. Study linking pollution and cancer lead to greater efforts to shut down the refineries.

Successful cancer drug made in Israel? BBC won't tell you

Breakthrough Israeli cancer treatment drug was approved in record time by the UK. BBC's report leaves out the "made in Israel" part.

WHO: No evidence coffee causes cancer

World Health Organization downgrades warning on cancer following extensive review.

'Donate the first haircut to child cancer patients'

Organization calls on public not to let halake haircut of 3-year-olds go to waste, while helping cancer patient kids celebrate Lag B'Omer.

Cervical cancer mortality rate higher in Israel

Just 40% of Israeli women know to get screened for the disease, news station revealed - half of the rate in other OECD countries.

Ronit Elkabetz, ambassador of Israeli cinema, dies at 51

Israeli actress who brought her country's films to the world dies after a long battle with cancer.

Israeli innovation could detect cancer, multiple sclerosis

Groundbreaking new blood test, still in experimental phase, could save countless lives by detecting a variety of deadly diseases early on.

Spit test could detect cancer in 10 minutes

Scientists develop new cancer test using drops of saliva which can detect the lethal disease in record time.

PA debunks Hamas cancer libel against Israel

Leading PA doctor rebuts Hamas' latest anti-Israel allegation that Israel behind rising cancer rates in Gaza.

Jimmy Carter declares himself cancer free

Israel bashing ex-president announces at church's Sunday school class that MRI scan found his cancer spots are gone.

Beware: Carcinogenic pacifier

Ministry of Economics warns the public against use of a certain batch of yellow Gumex pure latex pacifiers.

Watch: Head boy's moving speech after terminal cancer diagnosis

Jake Bailey as given just three weeks to live, and told he wouldn't make his high school's prize day ceremony. But he did.

Jimmy Carter: 'Cancer Spread to My Brain'

Ex-president says first radiation treatment is today, life is 'in God's hands'; attacks Israel again for 'rejecting two-state solution.'

Former President Carter Reveals He Has Cancer

Former United States President announces he has been diagnosed with cancer which was found during recent liver surgery.

Watch: Children with Cancer Enjoy a Day of Parachuting

Arutz Sheva joins families who have children dealing with cancer for a special day of fun courtesy of Ezer Mitzion.

Israeli Study: Breastfeeding Lowers Leukemia Risk

Haifa University scientists urge public to accept breastfeeding after breastfed babies found to 19% lower leukemia risk.

Biden's Son Dies of Brain Cancer at 46

Vice President Joe Biden announces death of his son after a battle with brain cancer.

On the Road to a Cure for Breast Cancer?

Experts at major US cancer conference reveal new treatments that could turn the tide in battle against number 1 cancer in women.

Health Ministry Takes Back Some Haifa Cancer Claims

The ministry no longer links air pollution to child cancer rates, but does link them to cancer in adults.

Haifa: Five Factories Closed over Cancer Fears

Mayor orders closure of petrochemical plants after study showed pollutants causing disproportionately high cancer rates.

Report: Iran's Supreme Leader Dead

Rumors surface on social media that Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has died after undergoing surgery for cancer.

Israeli Company's Vaccine Blocks 90% of Cancer Types

Vaxil BioTherapeutics's ImMucin trains immune system to fight cancer cells and prevent the disease's return for early stages and remission.

CBS: Cancer, Heart Disease Biggest Killers in Israel

More Israelis died from cancer in 2012, the latest year for which statistics were available, than from any other disease.

Motorcycles and a Song for One Brave Child

New "ambucycle" dedicated to seven-year-old Raphael Assoulin, who is battling cancer for the second time in his young life.

Holy City, High Health: J'lem Has Lowest Cancer Rates in Israel

Jerusalemites' cancer morbidity 17% lower than national average; Judea-Samaria also among the healthiest places to live in Israel.

Ministry: Tanning Beds Cause Cancer

The Health Ministry has placed tanning beds on a list of products and devices that “definitely” cause cancer.

Tumor Discovered in Abdomen of Infamous Toronto Mayor

Rob Ford, famous for drug usage and criminal company, hospitalized with stomach pain as potential cancer found.

Israeli Researchers Synthesize Cancer-Fighting Molecule

Molecule triggers reaction in crucial enzyme to treat resistant tumors.

'When Life Gives You Cancer...'

What did a 15 year old with his whole life ahead of him do when he was diagnosed with terminal cancer? Raise nearly $6 million dollars.

Meet United Hatzalah's Youngest Volunteer

For six-year-old cancer patient Rafael Asulin, Purim was chance to realize his dream of saving lives like his dad.

Fighting Spirit: Jerusalem Boy Fighting Cancer Scores Touchdown

10 year old Uriel Wang, who is battling rare form of leukemia, scores touchdown during halftime of Israel Football League game.

Statistics Reveal Leading Causes of Death in Israel

Data released Wednesday from Central Statistics Bureau reveals cancers as major killer, with heart disease as close second.

Israeli Company Ices Tumors, Now Aims for Lung Cancer

IceCure's incredible technology turns breast tumors into ice, new trials on lung cancer

Former US Pres. Shaves Head for Young Cancer Patient

Former US President George H Bush showed a soft side Wednesday when he shaved his head in solidarity with a 2-year-old cancer patient.

'Big Night' Times Square for Jewish Campers with Cancer

Sometimes dreams come true, even for a Jewish child with cancer. On Thursday night, hundreds will get their wish.

Woman Sets Medical History, Twice, in Birth without Cervix

Second Israeli record as woman gives birth twice with no cervix.

Prof. Levitzki chosen for American Cancer Research Award

Levitzki was chosen in recognition of contributions to signal transduction therapy and work on tyrosine kinase inhibitors.

Hackers Target Website for Children with Cancer

Hackers' group 'Anonymous' prides itself on repeatedly bringing down Larger than Life's website.

Abbas Blames Netanyahu for Terrorist's Cancer Death

Maisara Abu Hamdiyeh, 64, died at Soroka hospital of Beersheva of terminal throat cancer.

Report: Aspirin May Protect Against Deadly Skin Cancer

A new study has reaffirmed research showing that aspirin may protect against one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer - melanoma.

Cancer #1 Killer in Israel, Alzheimer’s Deaths Rising

Mortality statistics from Israel’s Health Ministry released Sunday held good news and bad for residents in the Jewish State.

Venezuela's Chavez Dies at 58

Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez has died, hours after his Vice President accused "enemies" of being responsible for his cancer.

Report: Nasrallah's Hizbullah Deputy Injured or Killed in Syria

The second-in-command to Hizbullah chief Hassan Nasrallah has been injured in an attack on a convoy by Syrian opposition forces.

Lebanese Terror Group Denies Hizbullah's Nasrallah Has Cancer

The Hizbullah terrorist organization has issued a denial that the group’s 52-year-old leader, Sheikh Hassan Nasrallah, has cancer.