Try this refreshing (and easy) green tea smoothie recipe
Try this refreshing (and easy) green tea smoothie recipe
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  Dana-Farber Cancer Institute The Jimmy Fund   Spotlight  
 
August 21, 2014
 
  brain cell discovery   green tea smoothie   thank you from radio-telethon  
 
Scientists unravel mystery of brain cell growth
Dana-Farber scientists and international colleagues have discovered how a single protein can nudge a neuron, helping neurons navigate to their assigned places in the developing brain.
 
Green tea smoothie
Smoothies are a quick, easy way to enjoy a refreshing, nutrient-rich meal or snack. This recipe used peaches, bananas, and spinach to give you a healthy boost. Prepare the smoothie the night before an appointment and re-blend in the morning before heading out.
 
WEEI/NESN Jimmy Fund Radio-Telethon
Thank you to everyone who tuned in and contributed to the WEEI/NESN Jimmy Fund Radio-Telethon presented by Arbella Insurance Foundation. This year’s event has raised $3,020,937 so far. If you haven’t made a gift, there is still time. Give now
 
 
How to Help
Boston Marathon® Jimmy Fund Walk
Jimmy Fund Walk logo Walk to conquer cancer in the Boston Marathon Jimmy Fund Walk presented by Hyundai, Sunday, September 21.
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Create a Giving Page
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Recipe and Nutrition App
nutrition appThe Ask The Nutritionist: Recipes for Fighting Cancer app enables users to find healthy recipes and nutrition tips. Available for the Android and iPhone® platforms.
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Post-traumatic stress and cancer
Many associate post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, with veterans returning home from war, or those involved in similarly violent scenarios. But PTSD can occur after any life-threatening traumatic event – including a serious illness like cancer.
 
post traumatic stress and cancer
 
Five questions about vitamin D
Known as the "sunshine vitamin" because it's produced by the body in response to sunlight, vitamin D is important for maintaining strong bones and ensuring healthy functioning of the lungs, cardiovascular system, immune system, and brain. Here are some vitamin D basics.


sun at beach
 
Fenway Memory contest on Twitter
What's your favorite Fenway Park memory? We're giving away a signed Dustin Pedroia jersey. To enter, head over to Twitter and share your favorite ‪#‎FenwayMemory with @DanaFarber.


Fenway Memory contest
 
Save the Date
Coping with Cancer Support Group
Wednesday, August 27, 2014
2:00 – 3:30 p.m.
2nd Floor, 20 Prospect Street, Milford, MA

Join this support group for men and women living with cancer. Discuss ways to cope with fear and anxiety while sharing hope with others facing similar challenges. Call 508-488-3783 for more information. View calendar
 
support group participants
B.A.A. Half Marathon®
Sunday, October 12, 2014
Join the Dana-Farber team to run the B.A.A. Half Marathon on October 12 and support groundbreaking research and extraordinary patient care.
Register today
 
BAA Half runner
 
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