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The year in cancer: Advances made in 2024, predictions for 2025

Four oncologists from the Sarah Cannon Research Institute in Tennessee shared with Fox News Digital what they see as the most notable accomplishments from 2024 and what's on the horizon for 2025.

Health December 17

Breast cancer patient given 24 months to live has ‘miraculous’ recovery, says God led her to cure

Less than three years ago, Tina Willits, now 53, thought she had just two years to live. Today, she is cancer-free — and she wants the world to know about the treatment that saved her.

New York City December 14

UnitedHealthcare CEO killing suspect retains high-powered New York attorney

Luigi Mangione, the suspect in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, has retained a high-powered New York attorney as he faces a second-degree murder charge.

Health December 11

Heart failure is reversed with new gene therapy in animal study: ‘Unprecedented recovery’

Heart failure has historically been irreversible, but a new study suggests that could change. At the University of Utah, scientists used a new gene therapy that reversed heart failure in animals.

Jamie Foxx December 10

Brain bleed sent Jamie Foxx into a stroke — what to know about the dangerous condition

Jamie Foxx opened up about the brain bleed that nearly killed him. Neurosurgeon Dr. Paul Saphier exposes the dangers of this complication and how to reduce risk.

Health December 7

Wedding of paramedics takes place with ambulance as backdrop: 'Felt only right'

Using an ambulance as their backdrop, a couple got married in Scotland recently. The two working paramedics met on the job and celebrated their "fantastic day" with friends and family.

Health December 3

Rare disease diagnosis strengthens bond between twin sisters: ‘Doing our best’

After Natalie Rex was diagnosed with Friedreich’s ataxia -- a rare genetic and usually fatal neurological disease -- her twin sister, Melanie, became her roommate and caregiver.

Medical Research November 30

Medical devices could become safer with this new breakthrough, experts say

Researchers from the University of British Columbia have developed a "groundbreaking coating" that could make blood-contacting devices safer. Dr. Jayachandran Kizhakkedathu discusses the benefits.

Health November 27

HIV-positive transplants now permitted for livers and kidneys

People with HIV are now permitted to donate kidneys or livers to recipients who are also HIV-positive, health officials announced on Tuesday. Dr. Marc Siegel weighs in on the decision.

Health November 16

First known case of rare mpox strain confirmed in United States

A new strain of mpox has been confirmed on American shores after a traveler returned to California from a visit to Africa, but risk to the public remains "very low."