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Knight Cancer Institute Recruits Skin Care Experts In Fight Against Melanoma
Oregonians enjoying the spring weather may not have realized, but they’re in the middle of a "war on melanoma." Skin care professionals are now being recruited in the fight.
Advanced Genetic Test Removes Mutation From Oregon Family's Bloodline
Genetic tests are getting cheaper and more common. One family has used a procedure to rid its bloodline of the BRCA gene mutation and the associated cancer risk.
OSU Scientists Say They've Created A New Sunscreen Out Of Plant Waste
Whilst looking at the waste product of the meadowfoam plant, scientists at Oregon State University think they’ve found a potential new sunscreen.
Oregon Cancer Institute Warns Of False Reassurance Over 23AndMe Genetic Test
The Legacy Cancer Institute in Portland is warning people who’ve undergone genetic tests with 23andMe, not to get a false sense of security about the absence of certain cancer genes.
Finding Meaning In Retirement: A Softball Story
Leon Speroff's softball career began more than a decade ago when he was 71. Now he and his team are headed to Utah to compete for a gold medal.
News Roundtable | REBROADCAST: Living With Cancer
We listen back to a conversation with Teva Harrison about her graphic memoir "In-Between Days" and her experience living with breast cancer. Also, our news roundtable takes up the week's headlines.
Portland Tattoo Artist Helps Breast Cancer Survivors Find 'New Normal'
Portland tattooer Mary Jane Haake specializes in tattooing nipples and areolas onto breast cancer patients who've had mastectomies.
Portland Commissioner Nick Fish Says He Has Stomach Cancer
Portland Commissioner Nick Fish announced Thursday he has stomach cancer. He has not decided whether to seek another term next year.
Small Earthquakes | Portland's Resistance On Police Chief Search | Living With Cancer
Oregon and Washington is at risk for earthquakes smaller than "the Big One." Also, we continue our series on what Portland should look for in a new police chief. And author Teva Harrison tells us what it's like to live with cancer.
How Oregon Is Trying To Fix Its Chronic Disease Crisis
In 2012, Oregon crafted a sweeping, five-year master plan to tackle a growing chronic disease crisis. That plan expires in June and has missed nearly every goal.