Cancer

BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Jerry Conley, the longest-serving director of Idaho's Department of Fish and Game has died. He was 71. Conley led the agency from 1980 through 1996 before leaving for Missouri to oversee the Conservation Department in his native state...

A study published this week revealed a sobering statistic: if worldwide population growth continues at its current pace, the number of cancer cases could rise 75% in the next two decades.

Filer, Idaho (KLIX) Hundreds are set to take over the Filer Fair Grounds to fight cancer. The 2012 Relay for Life kicks off this evening at 4pm. The opening ceremonies will start later in the afternoon. According to the Relay for Life website more than seven hundred people are signed up to participate...

A coalition of Idaho health groups is vowing to try once again to convince lawmakers to raise the state's tax on tobacco. And like last year, those groups have the backing of Rep. Dennis Lake, chairman of the House Revenue and Taxation Committee...

Less than 10 days after being fired from a job he held for nearly 46 years, former Penn State coach Joe Paterno revealed Friday he has lung cancer. A statement delivered by son Scott Paterno said the cancer is treatable and doctors expect the coaching legend to make a full recovery.

Turns out dogs are more than just a man's best friend, and they may be much smarter than most people realize. Studies are showing that they could actually save your life.