Catherine O'Hara died from a pulmonary embolism, but her death certificate also revealed she was diagnosed with rectal cancer.

Schayene Silva started experiencing debilitating symptoms that had no explanation. After being diagnosed with kidney cancer, she believes mold exposure may have contributed to her disease.

The recent deaths of actors Catherine O'Hara and James Van der Beek have brought renewed attention to colorectal cancer, a disease that disproportionately affects Kentucky residents.

Researchers have developed a highly sensitive light-based sensor that can detect extremely low concentrations of cancer biomarkers in the blood. The new technology could one day make it possible to spot early signs of cancer and other conditions using a simple blood test.

An expanded collaboration between the two organizations will focus on prostate cancer and metastatic liver tumors, in addition to neurodegenerative disease.