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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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Monthly health quiz
True or false? Cancer is the leading cause of death among U.S. children.
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Nutrition tip and recipe of the month
Add a little spice to your life, and you'll also be adding important phytonutrients. Chiles Rellenos in a Tomato Jalapeno Broth contains curcumin, which may help inhibit the development of certain cancers.
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Support a DFMC runner
Help reach the ultimate finish line — a world without cancer — by supporting a Dana-Farber Marathon Challenge runner. The Marathon Challenge directs 100 percent of funds raised to the Claudia Adams Barr Program in Innovative Basic Cancer Research.
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Gifts from the heart
Looking for a unique way to show your love on Valentine's Day? Check out our thoughtful gift ideas for a great cause. All purchases help support cancer care and research at Dana-Farber.
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Gear up for golf
Now in its 25th year, Jimmy Fund Golf is one of the largest organized golf programs in the U.S. Participate in an existing tournament or host your own to support cancer care and research at Dana-Farber.
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Your gift to Dana-Farber helps us find cures for
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Featured Story
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FEBRUARY 2007
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Dana-Farber launches $1 billion capital campaign
Dana-Farber has launched the most ambitious fundraising campaign in its history and the largest ever hospital-based campaign in New England. Mission Possible: The Dana-Farber Campaign to Conquer Cancer seeks to raise $1 billion to accelerate the pace of cancer research, promote the translation of scientific advances into new life-saving therapies, and expand Dana-Farber's ability to provide its signature patient- and family-centered care to more people.
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News
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Joint Commission survey generates high praise for Dana-Farber
Dana-Farber received high marks in this year's accreditation survey by the Joint Commission. Surveyors recently completed a three-day site visit, which is a key part of the accreditation process.
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New test predicts blood cancer's sensitivity to experimental cancer drug
A test developed by Dana-Farber scientists is the first to identify which malignant blood cells are highly vulnerable to a promising type of experimental drugs that unleash pent-up "cell suicide" factors to destroy the cancer.
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Gene knockouts reveal FoxOs' vital functions in cancer defense, health of stem cells
In an elegant, multiple-gene knockout experiment, a team of Boston scientists has discovered that a trio of molecules, called FoxOs, are fundamentally critical in preventing some cancers, maintaining blood vessel stability, and in keeping blood-forming stem cells healthy.
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Boston Mayor Thomas Menino and Dana-Farber celebrate new waterfront campus
Mayor Thomas Menino recently joined Dana-Farber officials as they celebrated the opening of their new administrative space in the Boston Marine Industrial Park.
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Survey reveals need for standardized oral chemotherapy prescribing practices, safeguards
Despite the widespread use of prescribing safeguards for infusion chemotherapy, few of those measures have been implemented with oral chemotherapy, according to a study led by researchers at Dana-Farber.
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Scientists map key landmarks in human genome
Dana-Farber researchers have developed a powerful method for charting the positions of key gene-regulating molecules called nucleosomes throughout the human genome.
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Why doesn't the immune system attack the small intestine? New study provides unexpected answer
Answering one of the oldest questions in human physiology, researchers at Dana-Farber have discovered why the body's immune system — perpetually on guard against foreign microbes like bacteria — doesn't attack tissues in the small intestine that harbor millions of bacteria cells.
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Survivor Story: Jim Lanagan brings resolve to cancer, other challenges
Jim Lanagan has faced more than one life-or-death battle in his time, but his will to fight, persistence and positive approach have pulled him through.
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Save the Date
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February 15, 2007
Lebed Class: Focus on Healing
DFCI
5:30-6:30 p.m.
Open to all adult patients, this is a fun, therapeutic program of movement and exercise. The Lebed Method is smooth, slow with resistant movements, gentle, and easy to do. Through group classes, you'll learn to reduce the risk of lymphedema, increase range of motion and upper body movement, enhance self image, improve balance, improve mood and reduce depression. Registration is required. Location varies. To register or for more information, call (617) 632-3322.
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February 27, 2007
Introduction to Integrative Therapies
DFCI, Dana 3 Pediatric Resource Room
10-11 a.m.
Have you always wanted to know more about massage or reiki? Come join an introductory class explaining the wide range of integrative therapies. Taught by Susan DeCristofaro, RN, MS. For more information or to register, please contact Martha Young at (617) 632-3900.
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March 8, 2007
Great Chefs Cooking for a Cure
Sample cuisines from more than 40 of Boston's most popular restaurants and enjoy tastings from some of New England's award-winning wineries at the ninth annual Great Chefs Cooking for a Cure. Proceeds benefit cancer research and care at Dana-Farber.
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April 10, 2007
Rally Against Cancer
Gear up for the Red Sox Home Opener by registering a team to Rally Against Cancer. Encourage your co-workers or classmates to donate $5 to the Jimmy Fund and wear Sox apparel to work or school on April 10. The company and school with the most funds raised will win a visit from Red Sox infielder Kevin Youkilis.
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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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