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June 15, 2017 Immunotherapy's latest weapon: Cellular therapies Sometimes called a "living drug," cellular therapies use a patient's own immune system cells to rally an attack on cancer. Cancer Mythbusters: Cancer clinical trials What does it mean for a patient to enroll in a clinical trial? In this episode of Cancer Mythbusters, we break down common myths and questions about how these trials work. Jordan Kraft is 'living art' on her wedding day "Cancer has taken a lot of things from me: my health, my safety, my time, my hair. On my wedding day, I was a piece of living art created by talented craftspeople and dear friends." Also in this issue Make an appointment Call 877-442-3324 or connect online. We are committed to providing the most advanced and compassionate care possible. First appointments are often available within 24 hours. Cancer survivors offer tips to new patients starting treatment Gaining the wisdom of another's experience can be invaluable when facing something new – including cancer. Through the SoulMates program at Dana-Farber's Susan F. Smith Center for Women's Cancers, newly diagnosed breast cancer patients can be paired with people who have been there. What factors increase the risk of brain tumors? Can the diagnosis of a brain tumor be traced to a particular cause or risk factor? Do men have a greater brain tumor risk than women? We discuss the latest research. Save the date Caregiver Support Group Tuesday, June 20, 2017 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. Smith Building, Room 335 Learn how to take care for yourself while caring for a loved one. Registration is required – call Ruth Cope at 617-817-6280. Parking is validated in the Yawkey/Dana-Farber garage. View events calendar Sunrise to Sunset Golf Tournament Monday, October 16, 2017 7:50 a.m. shotgun start The International Golf Club & Resort Bolton, MA Join us for the Sunrise to Sunset Jimmy Fund Golf Tournament. 36 holes. 2 courses. 1 mission. Register now Boston Marathon® Jimmy Fund Walk presented by Hyundai Sign up and help conquer cancer on Sunday, September 24. Register Collect money at the movies Hit the big screen and help fight cancer when you collect money at the movies this summer. Volunteer today Recipe and Nutrition App Please reinstall our nutrition app. We've recently added new information to the Ask The Nutritionist: Recipes for Fighting Cancer app. Download the app Feedback - Thoughts about our newsletter? Email us Follow us on: © Dana-Farber Cancer Institute / 450 Brookline Avenue / Boston, MA 02215 / www.dana-farber.org

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