Check out Dana-Farber’s recent Momentum article highlighting the #ETHANtrial , led by Jose Pablo Leone, MD, which is aimed at revolutionizing care for #MaleBreastCancer .
📍The trial is open at sites across the US. #BreastCancerInMen Translational Breast Cancer Research Consortium
More here👇
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Cervical cancer is caused by a virus called #HPV (human papilloma virus) that is spread through sexual contact.

For many people, the virus is cleared by the immune system. But if it isn’t, it can develop into cancer. #GynecologicOncology #danafarber

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'I think #oncology is one of the spaces where we can actually use #AI for good.

As much as people are worried about AI more generally, it's exciting to think about these applications that we know could have clinical benefit. Bill Lotter, PhD. ms.spr.ly/6014YGysM

A study led by Dr Chao Cao (Chao Cao) & Dr Jennifer Ligibel found that 25% of cancer survivors grapple with significant disability post-diagnosis, highlighting the urgency for proactive disability prevention efforts. Learn more in Dana-Farber's Momentum👇
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Betty Ann Blum recently visited the Longwood campus to take a sneak peek at the ongoing construction for the new Eleanor & Maxwell Blum Patient & Family Resource Center.

She toured the site with Maritza Nassif, Linda Bova, & Patricia Stahl.

#POTW #photooftheweek #danafarber

“My Dana-Farber team treats me as a human being,” said Ruth Nelson, 'It is so much more real than other doctors.

That’s a giant difference, and that approach has helped me tremendously. I’m starting to feel like myself again.”

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Atypical moles are irregular moles that can appear anywhere on the body. To spot atypical moles or something more serious, learn your ABCDEs.

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Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is hosting an Administrative and Operations Career Fair on Tuesday April 23rd, from 11:30-1:00pm.

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The Neuroendocrine Tumor Research Foundation is bringing its NET IMPACT patient education program to Providence, RI on Saturday, May 4th. Co-chaired by Dr. Jennifer Chan, the program focuses on NET treatment, “thrivership,” and research.

Register here: bit.ly/3vOSJMs

The Connell and O’Reilly Families Cell Manipulation Core Facility (CMCF) at Dana-Farber is pioneering the production of cellular therapies. Learn more about CMCF: cmcf.dana-farber.org/services.html

Loren Walensky, MD, PhD, has dedicated nearly two decades of research to the protein BAX, highlighting its potential in cancer therapy.

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Follicular lymphoma is a slow-growing form of non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) that arises in white blood cells called B lymphocytes. #nonhodgkinlymphoma #lymphoma #cancertreatment #danafarber

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Congratulations to Dana-Farber's Stuart H. Orkin, MD, who was named one of TIME 100 Most Influential People of 2024. Orkin's research has led to the first gene therapy using #CRISPR to treat sickle cell disease.
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Can bras cause breast cancer?

Tim Rebbeck, PhD, professor of Cancer Prevention at Dana-Farber, sheds light on the factors contributing to breast cancer risk, debunks myths, & highlights prevention strategies.

#cancerprevention #cancerscreening #breastcancer #oncology

'People don't want to talk about this. It's scary.' Dana-Farber's James Tulsky, MD, (@jatulsky) on Boston 25 News discussing the importance of having difficult conversations early on about your health wishes. Today is #NationalHealthCareDecisionsDay

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Treatments used for many forms of cancer, as well as certain rare types of cancer that directly affect the ear(s), can affect hearing.

It’s important to understand the possibilities and know what to look for.

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Join us in Boston on June 10-12 for Cancer Immunotherapy: From Bench to Bedside and Back.

Hear from experts from across the field of cancer immunotherapy as they present the latest biological, technological, translational, & clinical advances.

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Congratulations to Catherine Wu, MD, Dana-Farber who was presented with the Sjöberg Prize by Sweden’s King Carl XVI Gustaf at the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences Annual Meeting for her pioneering research in personalizing vaccines to treat cancer.

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Life can change in an instant. That's why advance care planning is so important. Today is #NationalHealthcareDecisionsDay . Our palliative care team at Dana-Farber helps patients take control of their own health and teaches them how to start those tough conversations.

Best of luck to all Dana-Farber Marathon Challenge runners today in the #BostonMarathon . We are deeply grateful to all our runners, supporters, and volunteers. Together we are advancing discoveries and treatments for patients with cancer everywhere.