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FDA Approves ZYN Nicotine Pouches For Sale, Restricts Ads Targeting Teens
The Food and Drug Administration has authorized the sales of 20 types of ZYN nicotine pouches amid concerns about children and teens using the products. The decision allows ZYN nicotine pouches to be legally marketed in the U.S. to adults aged 21 and older, the FDA said in a news release on Thursday, Jan. 6. The small natural fiber pouches are designed to be placed between the gum and lip. The FDA said the pouches contain substantially lower levels of harmful chemicals compared to cigarettes and most smokeless tobacco products, reducing risks of cancer and other serious …
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FDA Bans Red No. 3 Due To Cancer Concerns About Artificial Coloring In Many Foods
The Food and Drug Administration has officially banned Red No. 3, a synthetic dye that gives certain foods their vivid cherry-red hue, due to cancer concerns in lab animals. The FDA revoked the authorization for the coloring's use in food products, oral drugs, and dietary supplements, the agency said in a news release on Wednesday, Jan. 15. Manufacturers have until Friday, Jan. 15, 2027, to remove Red Dye 3 from food products and Tuesday, Jan. 18, 2028, for drugs. Products made before these deadlines may still appear on shelves if they were manufactured before …
Lifestyle
Bills Mafia Unites To Support Maryland Father Battling Rare Cancer
A young father - and die-hard Buffalo Bills fan - is facing the fight of his life after being diagnosed with a rare cancer. Support is swelling among the Bills Mafia and the community as they rally around 29-year-old Maryland resident Ryan Stobnicki, who received a grim diagnosis after going to the doctor for back pain. In March last year, Stobnicki started to experience back pain, and initially, it was determined that he should start physical therapy, his sister Ashley, said. However, things did not get better. Stobnicki went back to the doctor to get an MRI, which revealed a tumor i…
Sports
Former Orioles Pitcher Brian Matusz Dies At 37, Remembered As 'Cherished Teammate'
Brian Matusz, a former Major League Baseball pitcher who played eight seasons for the Baltimore Orioles, has died at the age of 37. The Orioles announced Matusz's death on Tuesday, Jan. 7. The cause of his death wasn't immediately known. The Cave Creek, Arizona, native was selected by the O's with the fourth overall pick in the 2008 draft. "A staple in our clubhouse from 2009-2016, Brian was beloved throughout Birdland, and his passion for baseball and our community was unmatched," the Orioles said in a Facebook post. "He dedicated his time to connecting with any fan he could, wa…
Schools
Lifelong Educator Entering Hospice Care After Battle With Cancer 'Touched So Many'
A beloved teacher and mother of two who bravely battled cancer before it returned one last time is being remembered for her decades educating children in the region. Kym Hurley, a lifelong educator who was forced to retire due to her health conditions, has entered hospice care, organizers of a long-running GoFundMe campaign for her family confirmed on Tuesday afternoon. Hurley, who has taught children for more than 30 years - and would have taught or another 30 if her health permitted, friends say - put on a courageous years-long fight with the disease. The teacher is being remembered for …
Obituaries
Journalist Richard Cohen, Husband To Meredith Vieira, Dies After Half-Century MS Battle
Journalist and author Richard Cohen has died after inspiring countless people through his decades-long battle with MS and cancer. Cohen, the husband of former TODAY anchor Meredith Vieira, died on Tuesday, Dec. 24, TODAY reported. The Plainview, New York, native was 76 years old. A veteran reporter, Cohen lived with multiple sclerosis for more than 50 years and overcame two cancer diagnoses during his life. He was also legally blind. Cohen, who worked for CBS News, was given his MS diagnosis in 1973. "I was diagnosed when I was 25 years old and essentially told there is no…
Lifestyle
Here's How Maryland Librarian Fared In Memorable Jeopardy Showdown
A librarian from Maryland is moving on after coming out on top in a memorable Jeopardy! episode. Mikey McCullough, a librarian from Baltimore, was the big winner on Tuesday's episode with $18,200, but it was Texas teacher Chris Burge ($3,000) who made headlines, revealing an ongoing cancer battle live on the show. McCullough, a data curator at the National Agricultural Library in Beltsville, topped Burge and Paul Clauson ($2,000), a tax analyst from Michigan. She moves on to test her knowledge on Wednesday, Nov. 20 against a Los Angeles writer and software engineer from Seattle. It …
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Rockville's 'Golden Bachelorette' Is Engaged! Meet Her New Fiancé
Joan Vassos is off the market. The 61-year-old school administrator, widow, and proud grandmother from Rockville, MD got engaged on the thrilling season finale of "The Golden Bachelorette," which aired Wednesday evening, Nov. 13. Joan lost her husband to cancer after 32 years of marriage. Joan, who made history as ABC's first-ever senior Bachelorette, captured hearts across the nation with her warmth, wisdom, and willingness to take a second chance on love. Audiences watched her journey unfold, and in a moment that fans won’t soon forget, she said “yes” to her final rose pick in a he…
Politics
Longtime Virginia Rep. Gerry Connolly Diagnosed With Cancer Days After Election
Days after being re-elected, longtime Virginia Rep. Gerry Connolly announced that he has been diagnosed with esophagus cancer. The 74-year-old Democrat issued a statement on Thursday morning to his constituents advising that he has "joined the ranks of millions of Americans" while describing what steps he plans to take moving forward. Connolly has been in office since 2009, with Tuesday's win over Republican Mike Van Meter representing the beginning of his ninth term. "It was a surprise because, except for some intermittent abdominal aches and pains, I had no symptoms," he wrote. "I'…
Events
Memory Of UMD Student Gianna Signorile, 21, Stays Alive With Annual NJ 5K
Gianna Signorile's legacy will live on forever. The lifelong Nutley resident died in December 2021 after battling a rare form of liver cancer. In her obituary from the Biondi Funeral Home, she was remembered as a hero who shined bright in every room she entered. A straight-A student at Nutley High School, Signorile attended the University of Maryland's School of Business, where she made the Dean's list before transferring to Fordham University Gabelli School of Business, according to her obituary. Even while battling cancer, she made education her top priority, her obituary reads. The Gian…
Obituaries
Dies After Battle With Recurrent Brain Cancer, 42
Maryland is in mourning for Michael John Buckhout-White, a devoted father of two who died following a brave battle with recurrent brain cancer on Friday, Dec. 29. He was 42. Born in Silver Spring, Michael attended Montgomery Blair High School, where he was a drummer in jazz band before his graduation in 1999, his obituary says. He then earned an AA with a certificate in Computer Graphics from Montgomery College and transferred to UMBC before earning a BA in Digital and Imaging Arts. Michael worked at MacUpgrades in Bethesda while continuing to follow his creative passion throughout college…
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Maryland Mother With Weeks To Live Keeping Focus On Family
This is not how Kourtni Smith planned to celebrate her 34th birthday. A community is rallying behind a beloved mother of five in Maryland who is looking to spend her last months on Earth working to support her family in any way she can. Tens of thousands of dollars have already been raised on behalf of Smith's family after she was diagnosed with Invasive Lobular Carcinoma and underwent eight rounds of Chemotherapy and 15 radiation sessions, all of which proved fruitless as she fell more ill and decided to call it quits. "This is a fundraiser I never dreamed I would have to create," Smith …
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Former Villanova Cheerleader, Cancer Patient Scores Tickets To Taylor Swift Concert
Raquel Doke says the tight-knit community is what initially attracted her to Villanova University. During her four years of undergrad, the California native immersed herself in campus life, joining a sorority, becoming a member of the cheerleading team and serving as an orientation counselor. Seven years after graduating, the Villanova community has come through once again for now-28-year-old Doke, who is in the midst of a battle against an extremely rare form of cancer. Last month, Doke posted a TikTok in search of the highly sought-after Taylor Swift concert tickets at her friends' urgin…
Obituaries
Columbia Native Makenzie Rynn Dies After Valiant Cancer Battle, 27
Columbia native Makenzie Rynn died on Jan. 4, 2023 after a valiant cancer battle, according to her obituary. Macknezie graduated with honors from Seton Keough High School and went on to study at Florida Atlantic University before earning her degree in behavior psychology in May 2022. She played soccer and worked as a fitness instructor and intern during college, her obituary reads. Mackenzie's obituary remembers her as a "beauty inside and out with a passion for living life to the fullest. She was selfless and quick with a smile or word of encouragement to lift the spirits of others. She ha…
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Longtime Maryland Politician Diagnosed With Cancer; Plans To Continue Working
Cancer won't keep a Maryland congressman down as he plans to continue working after being diagnosed with a treatable form of Lymphoma. Congressman Jamie Raskin, who represents the 8th District from the border of northern Washington, DC to the Pennsylvania suburbs in the north, announced on Wednesday, Dec. 28 that after several days of testing, he has been diagnosed with Diffuse Large B Cell Lymphoma. The 8th Congressional District includes parts of Montgomery, Carroll, and Frederick counties. The 8th Congressional District in Maryland.Wikimedia Commons The lawmaker called it “a seriou…
Business
Cancer-Causing Chemical Found In More Shampoo Products, Independent Laboratory's Study Reveals
An independent laboratory is reporting that it has found a cancer-causing chemical in more batches of shampoo products. Many brands of dry shampoo products -- including some Dove, Nexxus, Suave, TIGI, and TRESemmé products -- had already been recalled by manufacturer Unilever containing the cancer-causing chemical benzene in an announcement made on Tuesday, Oct. 18. On Tuesday, Nov. 1, the independent laboratory Valisure, based in New Haven, CT, reported finding a high level of benzene in more batches of dry shampoo. It said that high levels of benzene were found in 70 per…
News
Over $115,000 Raised In Hours To Support 9-Year-Old Girl Seeking Lifesaving Bone Marrow Donor
Over $115,000 has been raised in just two days in support of a 9-year-old Maryland girl in need of a bone-marrow transplant, according to a GoFundMe. Sahasra was diagnosed with blood and bone marrow cancer- Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) in December of 2021. In September, after four months of remission the cancer returned, with doctors determining that the brave fighter is in need of a bone-marrow transplant, states the GoFundMe. The fundraiser was created after the diagnosis in order to help support Sahasra and her family as she undergoes extensive medical treatment. In just two days, suppor…
Obituaries
Baltimore Toddler Dies After Brave Cancer Battle
A Maryland toddler who just celebrated a birthday has died after a battling cancer nearly her entire life, officials announce. Little Amani passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 4, two months after her 4th birthday, after being diagnosed with Clear Cell Carcinoma at 2 years old, according to a Facebook post made on her behalf. "We thank everyone for all of your prayers, well wishes, visits and overall support during this time", states her parents. "While she may not have won the fight, her bravery will help the next person to hopefully kick Kidney Cancer Azz a little bit further. We pray for the fu…
Lifestyle
Virginia Beach Fire Captain Battles Cancer
Support is surging for a Virginia Beach fire captain battling cancer. Matt Chiaverotti, affectionately known as "Chevy," was 43 years old when he was diagnosed with Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer (ATC), metastatic carcinoma — rare form of cancer — and is undergoing treatment in Houston, TX, according to a GoFundMe launched for his family. With more than 20 years of firefighting experience, Chiaverotti is a search team manager with FEMA Virginia Task Force 2. He has responded to thousands of calls across Virginia Beach, and in April 2012, spent several hours searching for victims of an…
News
Small Annapolis Business Gives Back In Big Way To Fight Cancer
A small business in Annapolis is choosing to give back in a big way as they prepare for an upcoming fundraising event this fall. Even Keel Wellness Spa is set to host its second annual "Calm for a Cure" event, dedicated to helping raise support and funds for those fighting or affected by cancer. For the entire month of October, Even Keel will be donating portions of gift card sales to two local organizations, the Ulman Foundation and the Wellness House. The spa will host an in-person event on Tuesday, Oct. 16, welcoming members of the Annapolis and Baltimore communities who are …
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Support Pours In For Popular UPS Driver In Maryland, Wife Both Battling Cancer
A popular UPS driver with routes in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, is seeking the public’s assistance as he and his wife both wage a battle against cancer. UPS employee Jason Ellis, 47, and his wife Shauna, 43, who have been married for 14 years and share two teenage children in Fort Washington, Maryland, now share something more ominous: a cancer diagnosis. In May 2021, Shauna was diagnosed with breast cancer and later went through a double mastectomy and multiple reconstruction surgeries in the past year, according to her husband. While his wife was recovering from the second surg…
News
Cancer Causing Weed Killer Found In Most Americans' Urine, Study Says
Monsanto, a weed killer known for causing cancer, was discovered in the urine of most Americans, according a multi-agency government study. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention program, the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey collected urine samples from participants ages six and up and found glyphosate in 1,885 of 2,310 samples, according to the study results. The chemical is the active ingredient in Roundup weed killer, which is made by Monsanto, a company which has battled thousands of lawsuits over it's cancer causing properties. Monsanto was purchased by B…
News
Community Rallies For Virginia Mom, ER Doc Fighting Cancer
On July 6, Virginia physician Bonnie Yen received a diagnosis that would change her life: Abdominal carcinomatosis. Her colleagues from Holy Cross Hospital/Trinity Health are asking for the community’s help to support Yen in the tough times ahead. “Not only is she a talented Emergency Medicine physician, dedicated wife and Mom, but she is a stellar, lively and devoted friend," reads a GoFundMe page launched for the Falls Church-area family. "In the last decade, she has contributed unforgettable tenacity to the emergency department while effortlessly tackling various challen…
Obituaries
Dallas Johnson Of Reistertown Dies After Cancer Battle, 26
A 26-year-old woman who lived, worked, and went to school throughout parts of Maryland is being remembered as being "beloved" after losing a battle against cancer. Dallas Nicole Johnson, 26, of Reisterstown, died on Sunday, June 5, her family and friends announced. “It is with a heavy heart that our family shares the loss of our beloved Dallas Johnson," Billy Barnes posted in a tribute to Johnson on Facebook. "She made one hell of a run and fought so hard, much longer than anyone expected. “We are working towards acceptance that she is no longer struggling or in pain of any kind, yet at …
Obituaries
Support Surges For Maryland Mom Mourning Loss Of High School Sweetheart
Support is on the rise for a heartbroken mother from Maryland who is grieving the loss of her high school sweetheart. Michael Gregg Dougherty, 39, died Wednesday, March 9 after battling cancer for more than a year and a half, his obituary says. A native of Bethesda, Michael graduted from Norwood School in 1995 before attending St. Albans School, The College of William and Mary, and Columbia University's Fu School of Engineering, where he earned a master’s degree in computer science and network systems in 2006, his memorial says. Michael previously worked at Columbia's IT department and lat…
Obituaries
'Selfless' Fairfax Fire Captain Kimberly Schoppa Dies Of Line-Of-Duty Cancer
Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Capt. Kimberly Schoppa died after a valiant battle with occupational cancer on Thursday, April 26. Schoppa was hired as a firefighter in 2004 and served with the Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department for more than 18 years. She was assigned to Fire Station 27, West Springfield (C-Shift) and a member of the Honor Guard, at the time of her passing. What a tremendous loss my heart is just broken for all who knew and loved her. Even in the end, Captain Schoppa was... Posted by Karrie Leigh Boswell on Tuesday, April 26, 2022 "Captain Schoppa was a valued …
News
Sassy Maryland Toddler Battles Neuroblastoma
"Without a moment's notice, our world was flipped upside down." Those are the first words in the description of the GoFundMe organized in honor of 2-year-old Madilynn (Madi) Jo from Pasadena. The "sassy" princess was diagnosed with neuroblastoma, a cancer that attacks the nerve tissue of the sympathetic nervous system, on Jan. 25, the campaign reads. After starting early stages of treatment at Johns Hopkins Pediatric Oncology, it is believed that the cancer has spread and put Madi at high risk. Madi Jo at her school Christmas concert Dec 2021Katie Heffington Madi successfully comp…
Obituaries
Maryland Mom, NASA Employee Callie Thessen Dies After Cancer Battle
Beloved Maryland mother and NASA employee Callie D. Thessen died on Monday, March 6 following a valiant cancer battle. She was 34. Thessen graduated from high school in 2006 before joining the NASA team, where she had recently accepted a promotion, her obituary says. Thessen was remembered for her love of sports, music, and most of all, her family. “Callie was always so close with her family and friends, and love radiated from her in all that she did,” reads her memorial. “She loved nothing more than spending her days with her boys and her husband — riding bikes, laughing, and loving…
News
Deodorants Recalled Due To Unexpected Levels Of Cancer-Causing Chemical
A company has recalled some of its deodorant products due to unexpected levels of a carcinogen. TCP HOT Acquisition LLC dba HRB Brands recalled "Sure" and "Brut" branded aerosol spray deodorants with expiration dates on or before August 2023, according to an announcement on Wednesday, Feb. 16. The company said the products contain unexpected levels of benzene, and that this was caused by the propellant that sprays the product from the can. The announcement said the following products are included in the recall: Recalled productsFDA "Exposure to benzene can occur by inhalation, orall…
Obituaries
'One Helluva Firefighter': Howard County's Richard Blankenship Dies, 47
Longtime Baltimore area firefighter Richard Blankenship died on Dec. 20 surrounded by his family after a valiant battle against cancer. He was 47 years old. A Laurel native, Blankenship worked as a career firefighter for 20 years and was described as a "fireman's fireman." He ran haunted house "Laurel's House of Horror" for seven years. His wife, Charlene, announced his passing on Facebook. "He fought hard. He was tough all the way to the end," she wrote. "My heart breaks [into] many pieces as does those that loved and knew him. He helped save many lives and was a good family man. He kept …
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