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December Spotlight: Cancer and the Family
Learn more about how a family can be impacted when a parent or guardian is diagnosed with cancer, ask our experts a question, view related video, read our patient stories, and more.
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Monthly health quiz
Which clinical trial phase compares a new agent or intervention with the current standard therapy?
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Nutrition tip and recipe of the month
Swiss chard is an excellent source of fiber, folate and carotenoids, which are all beneficial in lowering cancer risk. Try Salmon and Swiss Chard Quiche.
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Greetings that keep giving
From holiday cards to our exclusively designed candles and 2007 World Championship ornament, Dana-Farber and the Jimmy Fund offer many ways for conscientious shoppers to give gifts that keep on giving during this season.
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Artwork for a great cause
Own a piece of art from your favorite children's book illustrator while helping to fight cancer. Participate in Robert's Snow: for Cancer's Cure, a unique fundraiser for cancer research.
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Mission Possible Campaign
For 60 years, it has been our vision to eradicate cancer and the fear it engenders. Support Dana-Farber's $1 billion campaign to conquer cancer.
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Featured Story
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DECEMBER 2007
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Celebrating 60 years of scientific discoveries
The story of Dana-Farber, which marks its 60th anniversary this year, is the story of cancer's changing role in the last half of the 20th and early 21st centuries. From a condition that was almost invariably fatal in 1947 to one that is often managed or cured, cancer is in many ways a different disease than it was a generation ago.
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News
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Workers move "deeper" into Yawkey Center construction project
There has been "tons" of progress in construction of the underground parking garage for the Yawkey Center for Cancer Care since the project began a year ago.
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New audiovisual programs reach out to patients
A new, 15-minute audiovisual program and educational booklet are now available to educate patients and families about tissue banking, why it is important, and who benefits from it.
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Experts at Dana-Farber offer tips to fight cancer with your fork this holiday season
The holidays are in full swing and festive food is everywhere. While these foods are delicious to eat, some have an added bonus of containing cancer-preventing nutrients, says Stephanie Meyers, MS, RD/LDN, a nutritionist at Dana-Farber.
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Survivor Story: One family, two heroes
As she undergoes treatment for leukemia, Molly O'Neill draws strength from her big brother, Russ, a National Guard member stationed in Iraq. He, in turn, says, "She's the biggest hero in the family."
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Friends of Dana-Farber bring holiday cheer
Every December, the Friends hosts Holiday Hospitality and Holiday Performances. They include an array of sweet treats and coffee in the Dana lobby for staff, patients, and their families as well as musical performances featuring singers from local colleges and high schools.
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Save the Date
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Thursday, December 13, 2007
Caregivers Support Group
DFCI, Smith 240 Conference Room
11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
This support group is for partners, spouses or other adults caring for someone with cancer. For more information, please call Ruth Cope, PhD, LICSW, at (617) 817-6280.
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Tuesday, December 18, 2007
Yoga for Kids
DFCI, Dana 3 Pediatric Resource Room
12 – 1 p.m.
This seminar is open to pediatric patients and their families. For more information or to obtain a monthly schedule, please call Martha Young at (617) 632-3900.
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Saturday, January 12, 2008
New Stars for Young Stars III
Dustin Pedroia, Jon Lester and other current and up-and-coming Red Sox stars are pitching in to strike out cancer. Meet your favorite baseball players at New Stars for Young Stars.
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Friday, January 25, 2008
Chefs for Jimmy
Sample delicious dishes created by renowned chefs from over 25 area eateries. Agawam, Mass.-based banquet facility Chez Josef plays host to this flavorful fundraiser. Held annually in January, all ticket proceeds benefit the Jimmy Fund.
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For more information
To view all of our upcoming seminars, workshops, and fundraising events, go to our Event Calendar.
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