Turning Point 2009

2009 CoverA selection of articles from the 2009 issue of Turning Point, along with exclusive, online-only stories and features.

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  • Blocking the Path
    By Robert Levy
    A second line of defense against HER2-positive breast cancer
  • A Medical Detective Story
    By Robert Levy
    A surprising discovery may lead researchers to the source of serous ovarian cancer.
  • Targeted Therapy
    By Pat McCaffrey
    A new class of drugs known as PARP inhibitors shows promise for treating some breast and ovarian cancers.
  • Survivor Spotlight
    By Christine Cleary and Debra Bradley Ruder
    Mary Kenn battles breast cancer with the steady support of her husband; a doctor faces breast cancer, and her fears.
  • Making a Difference
     
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