Cancer

Colin Burgin-Plews in one of his many amazing dresses that he has used to raise money for charity.

‘Big Pink Dress’ Colin to run despite cancer battle

The scan of a patient diagnosed with prostate cancer

Scientists harness healthy gut bacteria to fight prostate cancer

These vitamins could be the key to dodging illnesses this winter

The best Vitamin D supplement to take this winter - a doctor explains

Plant-based alternatives to meat are increasingly realistic (Picture: Adam Berry/Getty Images)

Why it's bad that vegetarians now eat the most ultra-processed foods

Martha and James Clarke taking part in their 12 Dips of Christmas challenge.

Watch as 10-year-old Martha reveals her 12 Dips of Christmas challenge

Margaret Jones' family say their 'mum was failed'.

Grandma-of-10 dies as family say signs of lung tumour 'not passed on'

Joe Haye.

I ran nearly 500km and grew Movember tache for men's mental health

These are the red flag breast cancer symptoms you should look out for.

Red flag signs and symptoms of breast cancer that you shouldn't ignore

Joanna Newark, 52, encourages everyone to incorporate a daily breast self-exam into their routines.

'My chemo was so strong the nurse was gowned up like a spaceman'

Regulars at the Jolly Potter pub have been playing in a darts marathon to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support.

Darts marathon landlady wanted to 'give something back' to charity

Sunderland’s Lauren Laverne.

Sunderland's Lauren Laverne given all clear following cancer diagnosis

The darts marathon will be taking place at the Jolly Potter pub in South Hylton.

Sunderland pub team take on 12 hour darts marathon for cancer charity

Peter Ellis, 69, was diagnosed with prostate cancer after an unlucky golf injury.

Grandfather's 'shock' prostate cancer diagnosis after golf injury

A doorbell camera captured the breast cancer charity worker saying "hope you get it" to a woman who chose not to donate

'Hope you get it!' Cancer charity worker caught saying the unthinkable

Claire Hall, ballroom dancing during her chemotherapy.

Stand Up To Cancer backing

Claire Hall completing treatment for head and neck cancer.

Sunderland dance fitness instructor diagnosed with cancer twice backs Stand Up T...

A Sunderland dance fitness instructor who was diagnosed with cancer just months after been given the all clear, is urging people in the city to Stand Up To Cancer this autumn.

Lisa Millett

Olympian Sir Chris Hoy has revealed he has terminal cancer.

Prostate cancer symptoms as Sir Chris Hoy shares terminal diagnosis

Around 7,500 women are diagnosed with ovarian cancer in the UK every year.

What is ovarian cancer and what are the signs and symptoms?

A dental expert gives their tips on maintaining a healthy mouth

Harley Street dentist reveals 12 rules in his own cleaning regime

Burnley parkrun. Photo by George Webster

I'm a doctor - it's great Parkrun has got thousands more active

A video grab of Hongchi Xiao conducting a presentation on Paida Lajin therapy.

'Slapping therapy' explained as man convicted over woman's death

More than 22,050 women are diagnosed with gynaecological cancer in the UK every year.

Signs you may have gynaecological cancer and the types to be aware of

Bowel cancer is one of the most common cancers in the UK.

Bowel Cancer: signs and symptoms to watch out for

A new study has found men who enjoy a plant rich diet can substantially slow the rate of established prostate cancer.

Eating plants slows prostate cancer progression - new study confirms

Heart Radio DJ Jamie Theakston reveals he has cancer

Heart Radio DJ Jamie Theakston reveals he has cancer

Contestants from Dance Floor Heroes, and inset: Ian Waite and Vincent Simone hosting the charity event at Blackpool Winter Gardens.

64 year old Strictly superfan lives her dancefloor dream on TV

Chris Johnson

North East man shares his Story of Cancer and Hope in a new book to help others

Chris Johnson from Sunderland was diagnosed with incurable cancer and has dedicated his life to helping children affected by cancer. By sharing his story of Cancer and Hope, along with 38 other people, Chris also aims to help people affected by cancer to not feel alone.

Kevin Donaghy

Former England manager Sven-Goran Eriksson has died. Picture: Khaled Desouki/AFP via Getty Images

Sven-Goran Eriksson: Former England manager dies from cancer aged 76

The Teenage Cancer Trust warns against ‘sunburning’ trend on social media. (Photo: Pixabay/Pexels)

TikTok's 'sunburning' trend explained - and why it's so dangerous

Lauren was raised in Sunderland and attended St Anthony’s Girls’ School and Sunderland College. She rose to prominence with band Kenickie. Today she is most well-known for her presenting slot on BBC Radio 6 Music, and has presented high-profile television programmes including 10 O’Clock Live for Channel 4, and The Culture Show and coverage of the Glastonbury Festival for the BBC. She is a regular visitor back to Sunderland where her family still live.

Sunderland's Lauren Laverne reveals cancer diagnosis from hospital bed

Washington Running Club raised around £700 for Blood Cancer UK.

Washington Running Club race raises £700 for Blood Cancer UK

Dentist reveals key symptoms of mouth cancer that you may overlook. (Photo: Pexels/Andrea Piacquadio)

Warning over mouth cancer - 9 key symptoms to watch out for

Dermatologists advise that we apply sunscreen everyday. (Photo: Pexels/Karolina Kaboompics)

Is sunscreen bad for you? 'Dangerous' TikTok trend debunked

Kelly Laws and daughter Elouise, now 12.

Woman whose life was saved warns of the dangers of sunny weather

Colin Lock - courtesy of Newcastle United.

Sunderland leads tributes as football photographer passes away

Ann Wilson from Heart is undergoing treatment for cancer, leading to a "pause" in their UK shows including this evening's performance in Birmingham (Credit: Getty Images)

Band announce 'pause' on their UK tour with gigs postponed

Daye have released the world's first HPV screening tampon. (Photo: Daye)

World first at-home HPV screening kit launched in the UK

Little Miss Teen Great Britain, Quinn Lux-Lownie, officially opens the new home of the charity Amber's Legacy.

Little Miss Teen GB opens cancer charity Amber's Legacy's new home

Ryan Riley closes Life Kitchen in Mowbray Park due to lack of funding

Red Arrows’ pilot’s view of RAF flypast at Trooping the Colour.

Watch: Red Arrows’ pilot’s view of RAF flypast at Trooping the Colour

David's walking heroics have taken him to some familiar places.

Sunderland soldier walks for 500 days - and he will walk 500 more

Feltmaker Lena Archbold, right, with Padma Rao of Sangini.

Inspiring Ukrainian artist’s first solo exhibition is on Wearside

Brave Sunderland fan Bradley Lowery died from cancer at the age of six in 2017.

Bradley Lowery fundraiser promises to be a 'fantastic night'

Caitlin McAlinden was five months pregnant when she was diagnosed with cancer.

Watch: Pregnant women’s morning sickness turned out to be cancer

George Fraser and his son George Fraser jnr, 10 with cousin Madoc Atkinson, who are to run 19 laps around the Stadium of Light for Young Lives vs Cancer.

Family take on Stadium of Light challenge in honour of uncle

Carol Voderman comfrots caller. She wiped away tears as she listened to a man talk about the death of his partner from cancer. Picture: LBC

Carol Vorderman cries during Princess of Wales cancer phone-in

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Princess of Wales has cancer

UFC Fighter turns paramedic after death of father. Former World Champion UFC fighter Ian 'The Machine' Freeman says now 'instead of putting people in hospital I save them'

UFC fighting on champ on becoming paramedic

Stacey with her three children, Ashton, Oaklee and Ralphy.

Battle to help mum with terminal cancer as new treatment offers hope

Smiles with mum Joanne and dad Graeme.

Wonderful Wearside: Your backing for a young cancer hero is amazing

A fundraising appeal has been launched in Sunderland to help Jessica Hunter.

Sunderland girl, 12, fights back from leukaemia

Prostate cancer: All of your questions answered

Prostate cancer: What it is, symptoms, causes and treatment

King Charles has been diagnosed with cancer.

What cancer could King Charles have?

Former England manager Sven-Goran Eriksson has revealed that he has been diagnosed with cancer and has been told by doctors that he has one year to live. (Credit: Getty Images)

Ex-England manager has 'one year to live'

A previous Race for Life event.

Race for Life entries open, with early-bird 50% discount code

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