Mantis Society Study Center: Nuts linked to higher colon cancer survival rates

Thursday, June 1, 2017

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June 1, 2017

Nuts linked to higher colon cancer survival rates

This study found a 42% improvement in disease-free survival and a 57%improvement in overall survival in patients.

Women's cancers: What you should be screened for and when

Use our simple guidelines to learn how and when to take control of your health.

New Care Card

Patients, families, and visitors have a new option to make purchases around the hospital – and another way to help a friend or family member going through cancer.

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What to say when a loved one has cancer

Empathizing with a cancer patient can be difficult. After all, many people haven't had the experience of being diagnosed with cancer themselves, so knowing what to say when a loved one tells you about their illness can be tricky. So what do cancer patients want to hear? We offer some suggestions.

What's new in pediatric brain tumor research and care?

Mark W. Kieran, MD, PhD, director of Pediatric Medical Neuro-Oncology at Dana-Farber/Boston Children's Cancer and Blood Disorders Center, spoke to pediatric patient families in a recent Facebook Live Webchat addressing pediatric brain tumor care.

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Meditation with Live Music

Tuesday, June 6, 2017
2:15 – 3:00 p.m.
Smith Building, Room 335
Explore how music can help you decrease stress, anxiety, and pain, as well as guide you to a place of increased relaxation. Register by calling 617-632-3322 or email Zakim_Center@dfci.harvard.edu. | View calendar