Dr. Kelly Powers, a respected surgeon and frequent medical commentator for Fox News, has passed away at the age of 45. Known for her vibrant personality and professional expertise, she spent her final years battling an aggressive form of brain cancer.
The cause of death was glioblastoma, a fast-moving and deadly brain tumor. Her health struggle began in 2020 after she suffered severe headaches and a seizure. Despite multiple surgeries, radiation, and advanced immunotherapy, the cancer returned aggressively this year.
Glioblastoma remains one of the most difficult cancers to treat. Experts warn that cases are projected to rise significantly over the next few decades. Potential risks may include long-term inflammation and exposure to certain environmental chemicals, though research is ongoing.
Friends, colleagues, and viewers have flooded social media with tributes. They remember Dr. Powers not just as a talented physician, but as a “brave and beautiful soul” who loved gardening, surfing, and ballet. Many highlighted her incredible resilience in the face of such a difficult diagnosis.
Dr. Powers is survived by her husband and their three-year-old son. Her passing has sparked renewed calls for cancer research, with many in the medical community praising her for the strength and kindness she showed throughout her life and career.
