A study led by Alexi Wright, MD, MPH, finds intraperitoneal chemotherapy can substantially improve survival of ovarian cancer patients, but many women who could benefit are not receiving the treatment.
When Phoebe's brother, Harry, began another round of treatment for a brain tumor. The Sibling Program helped her understand she wasn’t the only one struggling with her feelings.
Learn about the symptoms for melanoma and how to determine whether an unusual mole should be seen by a doctor. Jennifer Lin, MD, describes some of the warning signs of melanoma.
To this year's Pan-Mass Challenge riders, volunteers, and supporters: congratulations on your great achievement this weekend! Together, you're helping to provide Dana-Farber's doctors and researchers with the tools and resources to develop treatments and advances for all types of cancer.
The successful end of cancer treatment is a welcome milestone for any patient, but it’s also the beginning of an important new chapter. Here are some questions to ask your care team to help you live well beyond cancer.
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Zakim Center Drum Circle
Monday, August 10, 2015
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Smith Building, Room 330
Explore, express, and experience the empowering effects of drum circles with music therapist Heather Smist as your guide. Drums provided. Call 617-632-3322 or email Zakim_Center@dfci.harvard.edu to register. View calendar
WEEI/NESN Jimmy Fund Radio-Telethon
Tuesday, August 18, and Wednesday, August 19
Tune in on August 18 and August 19 for the 14th annual WEEI/NESN Jimmy Fund Radio-Telethon presented by Arbella Insurance Foundation. Give now and join our team today
B.A.A. Half Marathon®
Run with Dana-Farber in the B.A.A. Half Marathon October 11, and set the pace in the fight against cancer. Register today
Boston Marathon® Jimmy Fund Walk
presented by Hyundai
Sign up to conquer cancer on September 27. Register today
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