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Inflammatory Breast Cancer Support and Education

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    The inflammatory breast cancer (IBC) program understands that a patient's journey with cancer goes beyond their clinical experience. Our program aims to provide comprehensive support services, resources, and educational opportunities.

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    Inflammatory Breast Cancer Program Patient Forum

    Please join the Inflammatory Breast Cancer Program for the 7th Annual Patient Forum on Saturday, November 9, 2024. The free virtual forum will provide patient-care-focused scientific information in the field of inflammatory breast cancer to patients, families and loved ones. Researchers, physicians, and nurses are also welcome.

    Information and Registration

    View highlights from the 2023 IBC Forum. 
    View highlights from the 2022 IBC Forum.

    Educational Resources

    Patient Education Support Groups: Held at various points throughout the year, our support groups offer an opportunity to hear up-to-date information on IBC treatment and research from IBC specialists, meet other patients living with IBC, and share in an open dialogue among participants and providers. For more information, please call 617-632-2311.

    Biannual Newsletter: This informational bulletin provides an overview of new research and events for IBC at Dana-Farber and beyond. View our previous newsletters:

    Support Services

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    Mariesa Powell, IBC Program Coordinator

    Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center provides a wide range of support programs and resources that help you and your family cope with your illness, including complementary therapies such as massage and acupuncture.

    These programs and resources can help you and your family address issues that you may face because of your cancer or its treatment. Below are some of our selected programs and services.

    For a full list of our support services, you can download Dana-Farber's Supportive Resources brochure.

    For more information about our educational resources and support services, please email Mariesa Powell, IBC Program Coordinator.

    IBC Patient Perspective: Lessons Learned Post-Mastectomy

    Patient advocate, Trish Vickery, shares her journey with inflammatory breast cancer and the lessons she has learned about navigating her "new normal" at the Inflammatory Breast Cancer Program 10-Year Celebration and Educational Virtual Forum in 2021.