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Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
The Jimmy Fund
Spotlight E-Newsletter
May 5, 2016
Jennifer Ligibel, MD
Dana-Farber and Fitbit announced a partnership to support a potentially ground-breaking study that investigates the impact of weight loss on breast cancer recurrence.
ABCDEs of skin cancer
With 8,500 new cases of skin cancer diagnosed in the U.S. every day, it is important to regularly check your skin for anything out of the ordinary.
Logan and Gianna Lesselroth
5-year-old Logan Lesselroth donated his blood stem cells to his 3-year-old sister, Gianna, who is battling leukemia.
Also in this issue
Jochen Lorch, MD, MS with patient Grace Silva
While 80 to 90 percent of reported thyroid lumps are not cancerous, performing "neck checks" can help you become familiar with what your thyroid looks and feels like, so you can tell your heath care professional if you notice any changes.
Gina, Jaden, and Hannah Johnson
No one wants to give their kids bad news that they have cancer. For lymphoma survivors Gina Johnson and Connie Grayson, the challenge was greater, because they not only had their own kids to tell, but as teachers, they also had a school full of children to navigate.
member of care team
Whether you call our toll-free number or schedule your appointment online, a New Patient Coordinator will contact you by phone within 24 hours. We're committed to providing you with the most advanced, compassionate care and support available.
Save the date
Erica Mayer, MD, MPH and Nancy Lin, MD
Webchat: Choosing a Clinical Trial for Metastatic Breast Cancer
Friday, May 20, 2016
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.

Join us for this live video webchat with experts Nancy Lin, MD, and Erica Mayer, MD, MPH, on choosing clinical trials.
Watch webchat live | View calendar
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Jimmy Fund Scooper Bowl® presented by Valvoline Instant Oil Change
Tuesday, June 7 through Thursday, June 9, 2016
Noon – 8:00 p.m.
City Hall Plaza, Boston, MA

Join us for all-you-can-eat ice cream at the 34th annual Jimmy Fund Scooper Bowl presented by Valvoline Instant Oil Change.
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How to Help
Jimmy Fund Fit Fest
Join us on May 14 for a day-long outdoor fitness festival to support Dana-Farber and the Jimmy Fund.
Get fit. Fight cancer.
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Bat and field at Fenway
June 11 is John Hancock Fenway Fantasy Day. Play ball to support lifesaving care at Dana-Farber.
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