Also: Important terms every breast cancer patient should know
Also: Important terms every breast cancer patient should know
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  Dana-Farber Cancer Institute The Jimmy Fund   Spotlight  
 
February 5, 2015
 
  Peter Hammerman, MD, PhD   Patriots Super Bowl Champs   lab technician Allison Manning  
 
Study catalogs genetic culprits in head and neck cancers
The first comprehensive catalog of genetic mutations and other changes found in 279 cancers identify broken molecular pathways that might be targeted by cancer drugs.
 
Super Bowl XLIX Champions
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Precision Medicine Initiative is good for cancer research
President Barack Obama is requesting an increase of $215 million in the 2016 budget to launch funding for research on genetic causes of cancer and "tailored" cancer treatments.
 
 
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Dana-Farber Cancer Institute substantially expands research space
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is expanding its research footprint by moving into five floors at Longwood Center (360 Longwood Avenue), beginning later this month.
 
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Important terms every breast cancer patient should know
A recent study found a significant lack of knowledge among breast cancer patients about the basic characteristics of their disease. A tumor’s stage, grade, and receptor status play important roles in determining an effective treatment plan. We offer information every patient should know.


Rachel Freedman, MD, MPH
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Lisa Diller, MD, will answer questions about the unique needs and concerns for patients and families transitioning off treatment. Questions to webchats@dfci.harvard.edu or Tweet to @DanaFarber using the hashtag #DFCIwebchat.
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