Cancer
Prof. Jordan Chill of Bar Ilan University (Courtesy of Bar Ilan University via The Times of Israel)
January 18, 2023, 1:28 pm
Israeli scientists say substance prevents cancer’s spread in mice with 90% success
On warpath against secondary tumors, scientists believe they’ve found a way to stop cancer cells from entering blood, moving around the body; but solution not yet in medicine form
By Nathan Jeffay
Djino Parker. Photo courtesy of Erica Finkelstein-Parker
December 29, 2021, 7:01 pm
Littlestown teen receives liver treatment in Pittsburgh
For Djino Parker and his family, the road to health is paved in memory, patience and hope
By Adam Reinherz
Steffi Biersdorff enjoys a snowy adventure. Photo courtesy of Steffi Biersdorff
November 22, 2021, 4:47 pm
With Chanukah approaching, these Pittsburghers recall their own miracles
A jug of oil lasting eight days is miraculous; so too is everyday life.
By Adam Reinherz
Alex Trebek poses on set at Sony Pictures in Culver City, Calif., for the premier of the 28th season of "Jeopardy," Sept. 20, 2011. (Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images via JTA)
November 8, 2020, 7:52 pm
7 especially Jewish ‘Jeopardy!’ moments from Alex Trebek’s 36 years as host
Alex Trebek died of pancreatic cancer Sunday at 80.
By Philissa Cramer
Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks speaks at a press conference in central London, March 2, 2016. (Ben Stansall/AFP via Getty Images via JTA)
October 16, 2020, 10:46 am
Rabbi Jonathan Sacks says he is being treated for cancer
Sacks, 72, has been treated for cancer twice before, in his 30s and again in his 50s.
By Ben Harris
Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg participates in a discussion during the Library of Congress National Book Festival at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Aug. 31, 2019. (JTA/Tom Williams/CQ Roll Call/Getty Images)
July 17, 2020, 2:48 pm
Ruth Bader Ginsburg says cancer has returned
Her chemotherapy "is yielding positive results," according to the statement released by the Supreme Court.
By Ben Harris
Howard Louik (left), Joan Rothaus, Rod Rothaus and Betty Jo Louik at last year's PCS walk. Photo courtesy of Rod Rothaus
June 26, 2019, 5:27 pm
South Hills resident supports research and awareness for Ewing’s sarcoma
Rod Rothaus races to raise money and awareness.
By Adam Reinherz
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