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Also: Immunotherapy expands to head and neck cancer
Also: Immunotherapy expands to head and neck cancer
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
The Jimmy Fund
Spotlight E-Newsletter
December 1, 2016
cancer cell
Nivolumab is now approved for treating five types of cancer – melanoma, lung and kidney cancer, Hodgkin lymphoma, and now head and neck cancers.
Peter Enzinger, M.D. and patient
Stomach (gastric) cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death worldwide. Learn more about the symptoms of this disease.
Aly Raisman and child
Aly has always felt her grandmother watching over her, and recently honored her memory in a meaningful way.
Also in this issue
Joann Totten
"We never know what treatments will work and for how long, but I am here today and that’s what matters most. Despite my illness, I know that I am blessed, and I remain positive and hopeful that there is a treatment that will work effectively to fight my cancer. But for now, my journey continues."
Lauren Leonard
Imagine your life ahead of you. You may have seemingly endless possibilities, a carefree attitude, and a sense of immortality that often comes with youth. Then imagine being hit with the unthinkable: a cancer diagnosis. This is the reality for 70,000 young adults in the US each year.
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Call 1-877-442-3324 or connect online. We are committed to providing the most advanced and compassionate care possible. First appointments are often available within 24 hours.
Save the date
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Caring for the Caregiver – Milford
Wednesday, December 7, 2016
6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
2nd Floor Conference, 20 Prospect St., Milford, MA

This is a support group for those who have a loved one or friend with cancer. The program provides practical information to support you in your role as a caregiver, as well as offer an opportunity to meet and gain support from others. Call Ann Sullivan at 508-488-3783 to register. View calendar
Chefs for Jimmy
Chefs for Jimmy
Friday, January 20, 2017
6:30 – 9:30 p.m.
Chez Josef, Agawam, MA

Join us for the 27th annual Chefs for Jimmy Denim and Diamonds event hosted by Winer Levsky Group of UBS Financial Services Inc. This memorable evening will feature delicious local dishes from Pioneer Valley's best restaurants and caterers, raising money for cancer research and patient care at Dana-Farber. Buy tickets
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