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November Spotlight: Stem Cell/Bone Marrow Donation
Every year, more than 35,000 people in the United States are diagnosed with a disease that requires treatment with a marrow or stem cell transplant. Find out how to join the National Marrow Donor Program as a potential volunteer donor and help a patient battle cancer.
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Monthly health quiz
How much more likely is a man who smokes to die from lung cancer than a non-smoker?
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Nutrition tip and recipe of the month
Cranberries exert anti-cancer activity by their ability to act as antioxidants. They are also anti-inflammatory and may disrupt enzymes and growth factors in cancer cells. Try this stuffed pepper recipe filled with cranberry health benefits.
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Show your pride for Dana-Farber by sporting an item from our online stores. Choose from dozens of products with the Dana-Farber, Jimmy Fund, or individual event logo.
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Make a tax-free gift from your IRA
The charitable IRA legislation is back for a repeat performance – don't miss this second-chance opportunity to make tax-free gifts from your IRA.
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Spread some holiday greetings
Show others you care with Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and the Jimmy Fund's holiday cards and exclusive gifts.
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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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NOVEMBER 2008
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Stem cell donation was a gift of life
The first time Esther Zaff and Jaime Skillen met, it was something like a blind date. In May 2007, Skillen anonymously donated stem cells in the Kraft Family Blood Donor Center at Dana-Farber that helped save the life of Zaff, who suffered from a very rare form of the blood disease aplastic anemia. A year later, they met for the first time. Read more
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News
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Pan-Massachusetts Challenge gives $35 million to the Jimmy Fund
The Pan-Massachusetts Challenge raised a record-breaking $35 million for adult and pediatric cancer research and care at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, $2 million more than it raised last year. Read more
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Landmark genomic study of lung cancer published in Nature
A collaborative study involving Dana-Farber researchers has unearthed a variety of genetic alterations in lung tumors, more than doubling the number already linked to the disease.
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Program helps protect financial health of Dana-Farber patients
The Office of Patient and Family Assistance's volunteer
program helps eligible patients, families, and survivors get free financial
guidance in managing the economic costs of cancer. Read more
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Scientists unlock secret of death protein's activation
Dana-Farber scientists have identified a trigger point on a naturally occurring "death protein" that may lead to designer drugs that force cancer cells to commit suicide.
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Dana-Farber's new Concierge Services
Dana-Farber's Concierge Services provides a central location where patients can obtain information about, and resources at, the Institute and in the Boston area. Call the desk at (617) 632-3750 for more information.
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Promising gene target for neuroblastoma therapy
Dana-Farber researchers have identified previously unknown mutations in a single gene in 8 percent of neuroblastomas, which account for around 15 percent of all childhood cancer deaths.
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First Person: Senior psychologist Cori Liptak, PhD
Cori Liptak, PhD, is a senior psychologist in the Division of Pediatric Psychosocial Services. She talks about the vital role the psychosocial clinician plays in treating both pediatric patients and their families.
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Save the Date
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Sunday, November 16, 2008
Moving with Music
Dana 1620 Smith Family Room
1:00-2:00 p.m.
This fun, music-based program for adults with cancer teaches patients how to improve their image inside and outside with slow, therapeutic movements that benefit the lymphatic system and range of motion. You must register for this class by calling (617) 632-2931.
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Monday, November 17, 2008
Look Good… Feel Better
Shields Warren 400 Conference Room, Dana-Farber
3:00-5:00 p.m.
The latest cancer treatments aren't always prescribed by doctors. "Look Good… Feel Better" is a free public service program to help women offset appearance-related changes from cancer treatment. For more information, call (617) 632-2211. |
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December
Dan Murphy's Christmas Tree Sales
Join a holiday tradition that has lasted for 38 years – buy a wreath or Christmas tree to benefit the Jimmy Fund. To buy a tree, stop by the Murphy's home in Randolph, Mass. Learn more |
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Wednesday, December 3, 2008
Cheers for Children
Hampshire House's Bull & Finch Pub
5:30 p.m.
The 29th Annual Cheers for Children Charity Auction and Grand Party is a festive holiday tradition that offers fabulous food and great auction items at the Hampshire House's Bull & Finch Pub, inspiration for the setting of the "Cheers" TV show.
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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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