Paths of Progress app expands to Android and Kindle Fire

Paths of Progress, Dana-Farber’s award-winning cancer research magazine, is now available as a free app for iPad, Android and Kindle Fire tablets.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute recognizes Oncology Nursing Month

During Oncology Nursing Month, Dana-Farber proudly recognizes its dedicated, expert nursing professionals, who serve many functions along the continuum of care. Our nurses also received recognition from national peers and local patients.

New under the sun: recurrent genetic mutations in melanoma

Scientists from Dana-Farber and the Broad Institute have sequenced 25 melanoma tumors and confirmed the long-held suspicion that chronic sun exposure plays a role in skin cancer.

Breast cancer hot topic: Clear tumor margins (abcnews.com)

Breast cancer surgeons have been having an ongoing discussion on how much tissue to breast tissue to remove when removing a tumor. Dr. Mehra Golshan said that with ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS), a very treatable, early stage cancer, smaller margins are acceptable and appropriate.

Marker may predict who responds to chemo (United Press International)

Dr. Andrea Richardson and colleagues have identified a genetic marker that may predict which aggressive "triple negative" breast cancers and certain ovarian cancers will likely respond to platinum-based chemotherapies.

Aspirin and cancer study: Daily use reduces cancer (Fox News)

Dr. Charles Fuchs explains how aspirin can play a significant role in the fight against cancer.

Stop & Shop Triple Winner Program

April 13 through July 12, Stop & Shop customers have the opportunity to help support pediatric brain tumor care and research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute through Stop & Shop's annual Triple Winner Game®. Customers who give a $1 contribution to the Jimmy Fund receive a Triple Winner Game card and receive free store products, coupons, gift cards, or cash prizes up to $10,000.

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Women's Exercise Class(9)

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Bodyscapes Longwood Area

Please call 617-632-6779  to register or e-mail nancy_campbell@dfci.harvard.edu. Held Tuesday and Friday each week, adult female patients and survivors of all skill levels are welcome to attend this no-cost fitness class, led by a Dana-Farber exercise physiologist. It features a mix of strength training, stretching, and core muscle work. No experience necessary, but registration is required and medical clearance is needed from physician.

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Brain Tumor Support Group(4)

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Smith Building Room 764

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