Mary Kate Kroesch, a 15-year-old with CIC-Rearranged sarcoma, found solace in the music room at Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Houston while undergoing treatment at MD Anderson Cancer Center.

Harrison’s Heroes partnered with MD Anderson Children’s Cancer Center Hospital and Sunshine Kids to create an indoor tree farm experience, where young patients browse around to choose their own Christmas tree for their room.

Superheroes like Batman, Spiderman, and others surprised patients at Houston’s MD Anderson Children’s Cancer Hospital Tuesday.

Texans defensive end plays first game since being diagnosed last year with Stage 4 Hodgkin's lymphoma

18-year-old Baytown native, Kaylyn White, is the newest volunteer at Houston-based animal rescue, Waiting Under the Willow Foundation.

Inside a lab at MD Anderson Cancer Center, scientists like Dr. Cassian Yee want to do two of the things that Houston does best: Space exploration and medical advancements

In KPRC 2′s ‘Our Town’ coverage of Acres Homes we are looking at the health issues many people in the area have to deal with. Health reporter Haley Hernandez explains the struggles and unique effort to bring change. Despite being home to the largest medical center in the world Houston has healthcare desserts all around us. People in communities like Acres Homes, don’t have access to basic health information.

We all know beans are "the magical fruit," but doctors at MD Anderson tell us how jokes aside, they just might be something worth adding to your diet.

A pair of brain tumor survivors held a jam session for the medical providers that helped them preserve their musical abilities.

A closer look at stomach cancer after 62-year-old country artist Toby Keith died from his battle.

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center revealed new information showing women in low-income areas of the U.S. face a stark rise in cervical cancer incidence and mortality.

The University of Texas plans on building a hospital on its Austin campus in a partnership with MD Anderson, the UT System Board of Regents announced Monday.

Getting breast implants can be cosmetic or a medical necessity for reconstruction. The decision to have either procedure done will hopefully only improve life, not hurt someone’s health.

A prominent Houston area plastic surgeon who was charged with assaulting his girlfriend has also been accused of misleading the courts about the money he makes.

Nearly 100,000 people will be diagnosed with Melanoma this year, according to the American Cancer Society.

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center announced Thursday the launch of James P. Allison Institute, a hub within MD Anderson, aimed at advancing immunotherapy treatments.

In the U.S., a black woman with breast cancer is 40% more likely to die than a white woman.

Pediatric cancer patients were in for a sweet surprise at MD Anderson’s Children’s Cancer Hospital.

By the time Debbie Mendoza finished breast cancer treatment, she was on oxygen, using a walker, and too tired to even do daily chores around her house.

Megan McCullum’s son had brain cancer at 7-years-old. Now, he’s 12 and in remission, but she says their cancer journey gave their family something they’ll cherish forever: Camp Periwinkle.

MD Anderson Blood Bank says it’s in need of blood collections after facing a critical blood shortage due to Tropical Storm Nicholas’ impact in the Houston area Tuesday morning.

Save a life, and give blood.

MD Anderson is advising patients to schedule some cancer screenings, if you can, before or six weeks after getting their COVID-19 vaccine.

MD Anderson announced the death of its faculty member on Monday in a news release. Freireich, who was a faculty member of MD Anderson for 50 years, is described as confident, passionate, and ferocious. His passing will be felt around the world and within the MD Anderson community,” MD Anderson president Dr. Peter W.T. “How fortunate are we to have had Dr. Freireich as part of our MD Anderson family for five decades. In lieu of flowers, the Freireichs would appreciate donations made to MD Anderson in his honor.

Here’s a look at how Houston-area hospital systems plan to distribute the approved vaccines. Memorial HermannIn compliance with Texas’ guidance for COVID-19 vaccine distribution, Memorial Hermann is prioritizing vaccine distribution to persons in Phase 1A and Phase 1B. As soon as the vaccine is more widely available, Memorial Hermann plans to offer it to its patients and members of the community. According to its website, vaccine distribution plans are determined by the FDA, CDC, and state and local health departments. University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB Health) SystemOn Dec. 30, UTMB Health announced plans to expand its employee vaccination program to high-risk individuals.

HOUSTON – The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center received its allocation of COVID-19 vaccine early Monday, the hospital announced. Vaccine arriving at M.D. (The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center)Vaccines on the the way to the M.D. “Our approach has been to provide trustworthy information to support our employees making their own personal decision about vaccination and we’re continuing to do that,” Dr. Tereffe said. However, she does believe the vaccine is going to help protect the majority of their patients and staff.

In fact, MD Anderson says cancer patients need approximately 200 units of red blood cells and 600 units of platelets each day. The MD Anderson Blood Bank depends on local blood and platelet donors to meet the need, and it is an especially great need as we navigate through the COVID-19 pandemic. The only way to ensure blood goes directly to MD Anderson patients is to donate at one of the MD Anderson Blood Bank locations or through an MD Anderson community blood drive. #EndCancer Posted by MD Anderson Cancer Center on Monday, October 26, 2020Cancer doesn’t stop -- even during a global pandemic. Find a location to donate and sign up for an appointment at the MD Anderson Blood Bank’s website.

When it comes to prostate cancer, about six cases in 10 are diagnosed in men who are 65 or older. “Turns out, I have prostate cancer," Roker admitted. “Then in groups that are at a higher risk of prostate cancer groups, like we mentioned African American men, for patients who have a family history of prostate cancer... screening even earlier. Screening involves mostly blood-based tests to look for prostate cancer.”In recent years, there have been many options for men with prostate cancer. Here’s what KPRC 2 Chief Meteorologist Frank Billingsley chose during his battle with prostate cancer.

MD Anderson’s Boot Walk to End Cancer® is back for its fifth year (virtually). The Boot Walk to End Cancer is more than just a walk. For the latest Boot Walk to End Cancer updates, follow on Facebook and Twitter. MD Anderson’s Boot Walk to End Cancer supports patient programs, research, prevention and education. MD Anderson’s Boot Walk to End Cancer is presented by LyondellBasell.

The advertiser paid a fee to promote this sponsored article and may have influenced or authored the content. The views expressed in this article are those of the advertiser and do not necessarily reflect those of this site or affiliated companies. HOUSTON – Help give cancer the boot with this annual event that raises money for the prevention and treatment of cancer at MD Anderson Cancer Center. Amanda Armstrong, caregiver and Boot Walk participant, shares more on the virtual walk and how you can participate in your own neighborhood. Click here to learn more about this event.

As part of our Ask 2 series, the newsroom will answer your questions about all things Houston. spreads COVID-19, why can’t I be tested with a breathalyzer instead of jamming a giant swab up my nose? Answer: COVID-19 tests are performed by obtaining a specimen such as mucus or saliva. According to MD Anderson, a nasal swab test collects a sample of secretions to be analyzed for coronavirus' genetic material. Send it our way, and we will try to hunt down an answer.