 | | | | William G. Kaelin Jr., MD, has been named a winner of the 2016 Lasker Award for Basic Medical Research. The Lasker Award is America's most prestigious biomedical award. | | | | | | Itchy skin has many causes, including dryness and allergies, but only rarely does it signal that a person has cancer. Learn about the types of cancers that may include itching or rashes. | | | | | | After eight months of intensive treatment for Ewing sarcoma, Carlie Gonzalez's powerful voice is also a symbol of her physical and emotional strength. Learn how Carlie and other children are 'more than you see.' | | | | | | Also in this issue | |  | Call 1-877-442-3324 or connect online. We are committed to providing the most advanced and compassionate care possible. First appointments are often available with 24 hours. |  | Ovarian cancer is a complex disease. Cell types, stages, and genetics play an important role for patients and their doctors as they decide which direction to take. Fortunately, patients today have many treatment options and new advances on the horizon. |  | Most cases of pancreatic cancer develop for unknown reasons, but about 10 percent occur in families that have a strong history of the disease. Learn more about familial pancreatic cancer, or FPC. | | | Save the date | |  | YAP – Do It Together Workshop Thursday, October 6, 2016
6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Smith Family Room, 16th Floor, Dana Building Join the Young Adult Program and other young adult cancer patients for a chance to share experiences and learn tools for optimizing resiliency following a cancer diagnosis. Patients and their caregivers are welcome. Email YAP or call 617-632-6819 by September 30 to register. View calendar |  | Join us for UnMask Cancer Saturday, October 22, 2016
8:00 p.m. – Midnight
Mandarin Oriental, 776 Boylston St., Boston, MA Support Dana-Farber and the Jimmy Fund by enjoying a night of fabulous food and entertainment, hosted by Bill and Giuliana Rancic. Buy tickets | | | | | | | | Boston Marathon® Jimmy Fund Walk presented by Hyundai Sign up and conquer cancer on Sunday, September 25. Register |  | | | Go, fight, win, fundraise! Lead the fight against cancer through Cheer for Dana-FarberSM presented by Walmart. Learn more |  | | | | | Join our online
cancer community Ranked #1 Dana-Farber/Boston Children's Cancer and Blood Disorders Center is the nation's #1 pediatric cancer program. Learn more
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