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Dana-Farber in the News
Take a look at brief, edited highlights of Dana-Farber and the Jimmy Fund as seen recently on television.
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Dana-Farber celebrates Survivorship Week 2007
To be held June 18-22 on the main campus, "Living Proof: Celebrating Survivorship" includes a series of free workshops for survivors of all ages and their families, as well as information tables in the Dana 1 and Jimmy Fund Clinic lobbies. All the activities are sponsored by the Perini Family Survivors' Center at Dana-Farber.
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Monthly health quiz
Of the 10.5 million cancer survivors in the U.S., how many were diagnosed more than 20 years ago?
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Nutrition tip and recipe of the month
Walnuts are packed with heart-healthy and cancer-fighting nutrition. They contain essential fatty acids, or "good fats," as well as ellagic acid, a potent cancer fighter. Try Walnut Pesto.
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Scooper Bowl® turns 25
Take the T to the 25th Annual Jimmy Fund Scooper Bowl and enjoy ice cream from 11 of the leading vendors at the nation's largest all-you-can-eat ice cream festival open now through Thursday, June 7.
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Register for the Walk
Sign up for the Boston Marathon® Jimmy Fund Walk on Sunday, September 16, and follow the historic route of the Boston Marathon in honor or memory of friends, family, co-workers, and Dana-Farber patients.
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Support the 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.
Mission Possible Campaign
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Featured Story
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JUNE 2007
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Dana-Farber launches online store
Whether you are a patient, a family member, an employee, or supporter, now you can show your Dana-Farber and Jimmy Fund pride by purchasing a hat, shirt, jacket or blanket featuring the Dana-Farber or Jimmy Fund logo. These items make great gifts that have special meaning to anyone who has been affected by cancer.
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News
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New mouse model closely mimics human cancers
A team led by Dana-Farber scientists has developed a more human-like mouse model of cancer they say will aid the search for cancer-causing genes and improve the predictive value of laboratory drug testing.
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Natural immune-control system may hold clue to treatment of autoimmune disease and tissue rejection, study finds
The immune system's ability to police itself may offer a new method of arresting the cells responsible for autoimmune diseases such as multiple sclerosis and for the rejection of transplanted organs and tissues, scientists at Dana-Farber reported in a study in the May issue of the journal Immunity.
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Dana-Farber's Eric Winer, MD, named chief scientific advisor of Susan G. Komen for the Cure
Susan G. Komen for the Cure, the world's largest grassroots network of breast cancer survivors and activists, has announced the appointment of Eric P. Winer, MD, a nationally known medical oncologist, researcher and educator from Dana-Farber and Harvard Medical Center, as its chief scientific advisor.
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Black Americans' beliefs may hamper lung cancer prevention and care
Blacks in the United States are less certain than whites about recommendations to prevent lung cancer and are more fearful of having symptoms evaluated, beliefs that may keep them from seeking timely treatment for the disease, researchers from Dana-Farber reported.
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Exercise lowers insulin in breast cancer survivors
Normally sedentary breast cancer survivors who completed an exercise program reduced the levels of insulin in their blood, revealing a likely link between physical activity and better outcomes, researchers from Dana-Farber reported.
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Drug shows activity against brain metastases
The drug lapatinib shrank tumors and slowed progression of brain metastases in some patients with advanced breast cancer, according to results of a clinical trial being presented by Dana-Farber scientists at the annual meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology.
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Diet may influence survival after treatment for stage III colon cancer, study suggests
Patients with stage III colon cancer who have undergone surgery and chemotherapy with the goal of cure may have a higher risk of relapsing and dying early if they follow a predominantly "Western" diet of red meat, fatty foods, refined grains, and desserts, according to research led by investigators at Dana-Farber.
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Survivor Story: Cancer tests Karen Webster's courage
Karen Webster believes battling breast cancer gave her the courage to start her own business. "It tests you," she says. "You find out whether or not you really are the fighter you think you are."
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Jimmy Fund tribute puts Nixons in spotlight during Fenway return
Trot Nixon had some very big hits for the Red Sox, but it's what he and his wife Kathryn accomplished for the Jimmy Fund that drew fans to their feet when the couple were honored at Fenway Park prior to Trot's first game against his former teammates as a member of the Cleveland Indians.
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Save the Date
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Monday, June 18, 2007
Paint Your Plate with Plant Foods: Simple Meals for People on the Go
Blum Family Resource Center Van parked outside of the Dana-Farber main entrance
1-3 p.m.
Come learn simple strategies for increasing your intake of cancer fighting foods. This seminar includes a demonstration of healthful meal and snack preparation and food sampling. Cancer survivors of all ages, families and members of the community are welcome to attend. Registration is recommended as space is limited. Call (800) 883-6012.
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June 18-22, 2007
National Cancer Survivors' Week
Living Proof: Celebrating Survivorship Workshops
Dana-Farber and the Perini Family Survivors' Center will recognize National Cancer Survivors' Week during the third week of June. The event features more than a dozen workshops on topics such as health insurance, finances, complementary therapies, nutrition, spirituality and advocacy. For more information or to register, please call (800) 883-6012.
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Thursday, June 21, 2007
A Premiere Cause: Evan Almighty
Join Steve Carell for the Boston premiere of Evan Almighty to benefit The Zachary Carson Brain Tumor Fund at Dana-Farber. Don't miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to attend a VIP screening of the film with a special introduction by Steve Carell himself.
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Saturday, June 23, 2007
Fantasy Day to Benefit the Jimmy Fund
The 16th Annual John Hancock Fantasy Day to Benefit the Jimmy Fund gives you all the action and excitement of playing out your baseball dreams while supporting 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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