Maine Compass: Access to well water testing is a public health necessity

Infants and children are most vulnerable to the harmful effects of prolonged exposure.

Study finds no strong sign linking baby powder and cancer

Thousands of lawsuits by women claim asbestos in the talc powder caused their ovarian cancer.

Maine Voices: Communicator stepping into the world of cancer patient advocacy

I'm in a unique position to help other people with colorectal cancer, one of the most deadly yet least discussed cancers.

Fishing retreat for men fighting cancer comes to Maine

Ten men from across the Northeast gather in Grand Lake Stream for the first Reel Recovery retreat in the state.

Maine Compass: It’s time to out Big Tobacco’s targeting of the LGBTQ community

Tobacco use remains the leading preventable cause of death in the nation, and LGBT Mainers are among the hardest hit.

Maine fire departments work to minimize risk from unseen threat: cancer

While heart disease is the No. 1 killer in the U.S., cancer is the top cause of death among firefighters.

Patrick Dempsey, 900 others cover many miles on Day 2 of Dempsey Challenge

The Buckfield native, actor and Dempsey Center namesake was one of about 900 who set off on bicycles Sunday morning to sweat, inspire and honor the fight against cancer.

Patrick Dempsey, 900 others roll along on Day 2 of Dempsey Challenge

The Buckfield native, actor and Dempsey Center namesake was one of about 900 who set off on bicycles Sunday morning to sweat, inspire and honor the fight against cancer.

‘We walk for those who can’t.’ Dempsey Challenge kicks off

The annual event was started by actor Patrick Dempsey, a Buckfield native, in honor of his mother, Amanda, who died of cancer.

‘We walk for those who can’t.’ Dempsey Challenge kicks off