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Relay For Life This Weekend in Richland!

Faith Martin — Tue, 04 Jun 2013 20:48:02 +0000

Don't miss all the fun and entertainment at this years Relay For Life Event at Fran Rish Stadium June 7th.

It's a fundraising event for The American Cancer Society!

Mistletoe Fights Colon Cancer?

Big Jim — Tue, 04 Dec 2012 14:21:39 +0000

Mistletoe isn’t just looking out for your romantic life this Christmas. It’s also looking out for your colon.According to a study by the University of Adelaide in Australia, the extract from mistletoe is extremely effective in fighting colon cancer. Researchers found that using mistletoe to treat cells infected with colon cancer was just as effective [...]

Drinking From Garden Hose Can Cause Cancer? [POLL]

Dr. Johnny Nesman — Thu, 21 Jun 2012 14:09:30 +0000

One of our most beloved traditions is under attack – drinking from the garden hose! Just about everything in the world seems to cause cancer; from cellphones to excessive charcoal on the barbeque. Now, drinking from the garden hose! A new study from the health group Healthy Stuff claims hoses contain higher levels of lead [...]

'Family Feud' Host Richard Dawson Dies – Relive Some of His Funniest Moments

Nick Romano — Mon, 04 Jun 2012 13:00:36 +0000

Richard Dawson, the beloved ‘Family Feud’ host from the ’70s, died Saturday from complications with cancer. He was 79 years old. In a statement published on his Facebook page, Dawson’s son Gary wrote, “It is with a very heavy heart that I inform you that my father passed away this evening from complications due to [...]

Robin Gibb of the Bee Gees Dies From Cancer at 62

Nick Romano — Sun, 20 May 2012 23:36:12 +0000

Robin Gibb, co-founder and one third of the Bee Gees, has died Sunday at 62 years old after a long battle with cancer. According to a spokesperson, The family of Robin Gibb, of the Bee Gees, announce with great sadness that Robin passed away today following his long battle with cancer and intestinal surgery. The [...]

Donna Summer Dead at 63

Paul Drake — Thu, 17 May 2012 16:17:06 +0000

Disco and pop music icon Donna Summer has died, according to TMZ. According to the website, the singer passed away after a battle with cancer and died in Florida. She was 63 years old. Born LaDonna Adrian Gaines, Summer — a five-time Grammy Award winner known as the Queen of Disco — revolutionized dance music [...]

Abigale Hamlin Going Strong In Seattle! [VIDEO]

Faith Martin — Fri, 11 May 2012 01:54:44 +0000

We all have our own battles in life that challenge us…But, I have the utmost respect and admiration for these kids and care givers that deal with such hard struggles everyday just trying to live! God bless these kids, their parents and the Seattle Children’s Hospital. What a profession of courage and strength! Abigale Hamlin [...]

Patients at the Seattle Children's Hospital Made Inspiring Video to "Stronger"

Big Jim — Thu, 10 May 2012 16:33:41 +0000

A 22 year-old cancer patient at the Seattle Children’s Hospital made a video with other patients and nurses on his floor, where they’re lip synching to “Stronger” by Kelly Clarkson. and it’s pretty inspiring.

This Will Bring You To Tears

Big Jim — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 18:03:31 +0000

Katie Kirkpatrick's story is a powerful reminder that we can still find joy in the midst of suffering tragedy by focusing on and celebrating the present moment.

Get out the Kleenex!

Can Aspirin Prevent Cancer?

Shauna Wright — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 12:31:26 +0000

An apple a day may keep the doctor away, but new research indicates that while it doesn’t rhyme quite as well, an aspirin a day may ward off cancer. British scientists who analyzed data from more than 50 studies discovered people who took aspirin on a daily basis for three years were less likely to [...]

Local 'Tidbits' Editor Is In Trouble and Asking For Help

Andrew Kirk — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 17:55:53 +0000

Have you ever watched, “It’s a Wonderful Life” and wondered if you would spring to action to help a friend like the community of Bedford Falls did when George was in trouble? We’ll here’s your chance to test yourself. Curtis Combs, a Pasco resident, is the editor of the local publication Tidbits. His wife Dee [...]

Adele Does Not Have Throat Cancer, Despite Twitter Rumors

Jessica Sager — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:16:27 +0000

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Upon her cancellation of all 2011 performances, Adele was subject to a Twitter frenzy claiming the chanteuse had throat cancer. Rest easy: It’s not true!

NBC News' Andrea Mitchell Reveals She Has Breast Cancer on Air [VIDEO]

Don Deane — Thu, 08 Sep 2011 20:42:57 +0000

Andrea Mitchell, chief foreign affairs correspondent for NBC News and host of ‘Andrea Mitchell Reports,’ revealed that she’s recently been diagnosed with breast cancer. Mitchell, 64, made the announcement at the end of her show on Wednesday.

According to Mitchell, the disease has not spread and her prognosis is excellent. It was detected, she said, during a routine screening.

Cell Phones May Cause Cancer, Says New Study

Big Jim — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 13:03:36 +0000

According to the International Agency for Research on Cancer the radiation in cell phones may cause cancer.

The group came to this conclusion after analyzing 30 previous studies which had explored the link between cell phones and cancer.

As a result of this finding, cell phones have now been given a "2 B" cl

1st Annual Bald Woman Ball

Faith Martin — Thu, 07 Apr 2011 16:08:14 +0000

Did you go to the prom? Do you ever wish you could go back and do it all over again? Well, now you can re-live your prom days gone by and help support the women in our community who are fighting the battle against cancer. This Annual Ball will be held at the Tri-Cities Convention [...]

Do You Have Bad Breath and Not Know It? Here's How to Tell . . . And How to Get Rid of It

Faith Martin — Wed, 16 Feb 2011 15:12:32 +0000

Okay..this is a little bit icky…but good information! According to an article on CNN.com, 90 million Americans have bad breath. And you might be one of them but not even realize it. That’s because you smell your own breath every single day, so your brain gets used to it, and you stop noticing. –But there [...]