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Nutrition tip and recipe of the month
Numerous studies have demonstrated that garlic limits growth in prostate and breast cancer tumor cell lines in test tubes. Include garlic in your diet by trying Caesar Salad with Herb Croutons.
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Support the PMC
Nearly 5,000 cyclists from 36 states and six countries will ride up to 192 miles across the Commonwealth in the 28th annual Pan-Massachusetts Challenge. Help them reach their goal to raise $27 million for cancer research and care.
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Mini-Golf for a Big Cause
Join the Jimmy Fund and Bob's Discount Furniture for 54 holes of non-stop mini-golf fun at these putt-a-thon events. Register to putt on state-of-the-art portable mini-golf courses, or support registered putters, and help the Jimmy Fund further care and research at Dana-Farber.
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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.
Mission Possible Campaign
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Your gift to Dana-Farber helps us find cures for
cancer and related diseases and makes a difference
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Featured Story
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AUGUST 2007
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Promising treatment target found in Hodgkin lymphoma
Dana-Farber scientists have identified a protein that prevents the body's immune system from recognizing and attacking Hodgkin lymphoma cells. Based on this finding, the researchers are now investigating targeted therapies to disable this molecular "bodyguard" and boost a patient's ability to fight the blood cancer.
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News
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Newer breast cancer drugs appear to boost life spans
A newer generation of breast cancer medications added months to the lives of patients with the most advanced form of the disease, according to the first study of its kind. Dr. Eric Winer tells HealthDay News that the newer drugs are not only more effective, but are easier for the patients to tolerate.
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Tai chi teaches patients "breath of life"
Ramel Rones is using his knowledge of tai chi and meditation to help cancer patients at Dana-Farber's Leonard P. Zakim Center for Integrative Therapies. The Boston Globe explains his weekly sessions combine stretching and strengthening with meditation.
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Survivor Story: Andrea Stein Fiorentino asks why not her?
Andrea Stein Fiorentino realized that her life would never be the same after her cancer diagnosis and treatment. But she discovered a new life - a life full of friends, family, hopes and dreams.
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Little Leaguers take their swings for Jimmy
For the past 20 years, children have been helping support research and treatment at Dana-Farber by joining in the Jimmy Fund Little League Program. This summer nearly 4,000 young baseball and softball players participating in summer leagues and tournaments throughout Massachusetts and New Hampshire will be trying to strike out cancer along with their opponents.
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Ironman leads "Posse" to PMC finish line
Extreme athlete Paul Schaye has participated in the PMC for the last nine years as a top fundraiser. Diagnosed with stomach cancer in October, this is his first year riding with the disease. The Boston Globe features Schaye and his team of doctors and friends who will cross the Provincetown finish line together as "Paul's Posse."
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Save the Date
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Thursday and Friday, August 16 and 17, 2007
WEEI/NESN Jimmy Fund Radio-Telethon
The Boston Red Sox, WEEI Sports Radio 850 AM, NESN, and the Jimmy Fund are once again teaming up for the 6th annual WEEI/NESN Jimmy Fund Radio-Telethon at Fenway Park. Call in your gift to benefit the lifesaving mission of the Jimmy Fund at Dana-Farber.
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Tuesday, August 28, 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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Tuesday, September 11, 2007
Fighting Cancer with Your Fork: Separating Fact from Fiction
DFCI, Shields Warren 300 Conference Room
11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Learn about the role of nutrition and a healthy lifestyle in cancer prevention and survivorship. We will discuss phytonutrients, whole grains, soy and healthful fats in addition to a question and answer period. Healthy, light food is served. Pre-registration is required. Please call (617) 632-1915 or e-mail nutrition_registration@dfci.harvard.edu. |
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Sunday, September 16, 2007
Boston Marathon® Jimmy Fund Walk
Sign up for the Boston Marathon Jimmy Fund Walk 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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For more information
To view all of our upcoming seminars, workshops, and fundraising events, go to our Event Calendar.
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