While a wide majority of oncologists do not feel informed enough about medical marijuana’s utility to make clinical recommendations, most do in fact conduct discussions on medical marijuana in the clinic and nearly half recommend it to their patients.
Often caused by excessive exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays in sunlight, melanoma accounts for only 4 to 5 percent of skin cancer cases, but is responsible for most skin cancer-related deaths. We give you the facts and common myths of the disease.
How do you repay someone who has given you the gift of life? Eight-year-old Emma Duffin started by giving a kiss and cuddle to her brother, Alexander, who donated his bone marrow stem cells and sent her rare form of leukemia into remission.
The question of whether cellphones can cause cancer became a popular one after the dramatic increase in cell phone use since the 1990s. Scientists' main concern is that cell phones can increase the risk of brain tumors or other tumors in the head and neck area.
Women who develop breast cancer when they’re relatively young – under age 45 – face a variety of issues unique to their stage of life. Questions about how the disease may affect their careers, relationships, sexual functioning, and ability to have and raise children often become pressing in the aftermath of a diagnosis.
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SAVE THE DATE
Women, Wellness, and Weights
Friday, May 18, 2018 1:15 – 2:15 p.m. Mind Body Studio, Zakim Center This class focuses on the whole body. A fun and supportive environment to find your inner strong woman. Call 617-632-3322 to register. View all events calendar
Boston Marathon® Jimmy Fund Walk presented by Hyundai
Sunday, September 23, 2018 Four routes along the historic Boston Marathon course Walk to conquer cancer in the 30th anniversary of the Boston Marathon Jimmy Fund Walk. Sign up and lace up to support Dana-Farber's mission to conquer cancer in children and adults. Register today
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Jimmy Fund Scooper Bowl® presented by Valvoline Instant Oil ChangeSM
Join us June 5 – 7 for the country’s best all-you-can-eat ice cream festival. Purchase tickets
Jimmy Fund 5K & Fun Run presented by Bayer
Join friends, family, and other Jimmy Fund supporters for the first annual Jimmy Fund 5K & Fun Run on Sunday, July 22. Learn more
