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Dana-Farber's Live Video Webchat Series features the latest in cancer news and information from top doctors and researchers, as well as patients and caregivers. The interactive, Q&A-style chats are streamed live over Dana-Farber's Facebook and YouTube channels and answer questions asked by viewers.

To learn more about the series or to submit questions for upcoming chats, email webchats@dfci.harvard.edu or Tweet to @DanaFarber using #DFCIwebchat.

Blood Cancers

• What's New in Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma? (September 2017)
  Ann LaCasce, MD, discusses the latest advancements in treatment for non-Hodgkin lymphoma, as well as exciting new areas of research.
• What's New in Multiple Myeloma? (April 2017)
  Jacob Laubach, MD, MPP, discusses what's new in treatment for multiple myeloma, as well as some exciting advancements in research for this disease.
• The Latest in Multiple Myeloma, Leukemia, and Other Blood Cancers (January 2016)
  Irene Ghobrial, MD, and Matthew Davids, MD, discuss the latest treatment advances and research in multiple myeloma, leukemia, and more.
• Latest Treatments for Lymphoma (December 2013)
  Ann LaCasce, MD, answers questions about current and developing treatments for non-Hodgkin and Hodgkin lymphoma.

Brain Tumors

• What's New in Neuro-Oncology? (June 2018)
  Patrick Wen, MD, and David Reardon, MD, discuss the latest advances in treating brain tumors during a Facebook Live Q&A .
• The Latest in Brain Tumor Research and Treatment (February 2016)
  Patrick Wen, MD, and David Reardon, MD, discuss the latest research and treatments for patients with brain tumors, including immunotherapy, precision cancer medicine, and targeted therapies.

Breast Cancer

• Clinical Trials for Metastatic Breast Cancer: What You Should Know (June 2021)
  Nancy Lin, MD and Filipa Lynce, MD, experts in breast cancer research and treatment at Dana-Farber, discuss considerations for patients considering a clinical trial for metastatic breast cancer.
• How to Cope with a Breast Cancer Diagnosis (October 2013)
  Breast cancer patient Tara Shuman discusses her journey through diagnosis, treatment and survivorship, including ways she coped with the challenges of cancer.

Cervical Cancer

• The Latest in Cervical Cancer Treatment and Research (January 2017)
  Ursula Matulonis, MD, and Colleen Feltmate, MD, discuss the latest treatment options for cervical cancer, as well as risk factors and how to get screened.
• Cervical Cancer Treatment, Research and Prevention (January 2015)
  Ursula Matulonis, MD, Alexi Wright, MD, MPH, and Larissa Lee, MD, weigh in on the latest information about prevention, treatment and research for cervical cancer.

Childhood Cancer

• Gene Therapy for Sickle Cell Disease (November 2017)
  David. A Williams, MD, discusses the recent opening of a gene therapy trial for sickle cell disease at Dana-Farber/Boston Children's.
• What's New in Treatment for Pediatric Brain Tumors (May 2017)
  Mark Kieran, MD, PhD, discusses what's new in research and treatment for pediatric brain tumors.
• Life After Childhood Cancer Treatment (February 2015)
  Lisa Diller, MD, answers questions about the unique needs and concerns for patients and families transitioning off treatment, including fertility issues, follow-up care, and emotional challenges young survivors face.
• What's New in Pediatric Brain Tumor Treatment? (June 2015)
  Mark Kieran, MD, PhD, and Peter Manley, MD, discuss the latest treatment options and research for pediatric brain tumors.

Family Connections

• Parenting during Cancer Treatment (August 2015)
  Allison Dibiaso, LICSW, and Kelly Drummond, LCSW, discuss strategies and tips for parents and guardians living with cancer.

Gastrointestinal Cancer

• The Latest in Colon Cancer Prevention (September 2015)
  Kimmie Ng, MD, MPH, discusses topics including diet, exercise, genetics, screening, and more.

Integrative Therapies

• Integrative Therapies for Cancer (February 2014)
  David Rosenthal, MD, discusses acupuncture, meditation, yoga, massage, and other forms of integrative therapy used to ease cancer-related symptoms.

Lung Cancer

• Advanced Lung Cancer (November 2017)
  David M. Jackman, MD, talks about the latest in research and treatment for advanced lung cancer.
• Lung Cancer Webchat: What You Need to Know About Research, Treatment, and Prevention (November 2015)
  Geoffrey Oxnard, MD, discusses the latest in lung cancer research, prevention, and treatment, as well as incidence rates in women, young people, and non-smokers.
• Precision Medicine and Lung Cancer (April 2015)
  Barrett Rollins, MD, PhD, and David Jackman, MD, discuss the latest developments in precision cancer medicine and how new research may impact future treatment of lung cancer and other diseases.

Melanoma

• Immunotherapy and Melanoma (March 2017)
  Elizabeth I. Buchbinder, MD, talks about the latest advancements in immunotherapy and melanoma.
• Melanoma — What’s the Latest? (May 2015)
  Jennifer Lin, MD, discusses prevention tips and the latest treatment options and research for melanoma.

Nutrition

• How to Eat Healthfully — And Why We Should (January 2017)
  Stacy Kennedy, MPH, RD, discusses the latest in nutrition and cancer, including the elements of a healthy diet and how to eat while managing the side effects of cancer treatment.

• The Best Foods and Diet for Cancer Treatment and Survivorship (March 2015)
  Stacy Kennedy, MPH, RD, discusses the optimal diet for cancer patients and survivors, and answers questions on the latest food fads and myths.

Ovarian Cancer

• The Latest in Ovarian Cancer Treatment and Research (September 2014)
  Ursula Matulonis, MD, Panos Konstantinopoulos, MD, PhD, and Susana Campos, MD, MPH, discuss the latest treatment options for ovarian cancer as well as answer patient questions about side effects and new clinical trials.

Prevention and Genetics

• The Truth About BRCA Testing and Genetic Risk (July 2014)
  Huma Rana, MD, gives an overview of the link between genetics and women's cancers, and why certain women have a higher risk for developing disease.

Prostate Cancer

• The Latest in Prostate Cancer Research and Treatment (December 2015)
  Mark Pomerantz, MD, discusses the latest in research and treatment for prostate cancer.