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Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
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Spotlight E-Newsletter
August 17, 2017
Richard Stone, MD
Idhifa is a big step toward addressing the unique needs of AML patients and achieving better outcomes. It can also help improve quality of life.
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Dana-Farber/Brigham and Women's Cancer Center has been ranked the highest for cancer care in New England for the 17th straight year.
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Scientists say a vaccine, which is injected under the skin, appears to trigger strong immune activity.
Also in this issue
Jeffrey Meyerhardt, MD
Call 1-866-705-0122 or connect online. We are committed to providing the most advanced and compassionate care possible. First appointments are often available within 24 hours.
Lisa Frank
Lisa Frank offers her experience as a patient: "I am here because I used my contacts, I accepted help, and I called my oncologist late at night when I was in pain. You can do this. You can be your own best advocate."
Betty and Billy Starr
Since organizing the first Pan-Mass Challenge bike-a-thon (PMC) for several dozen friends in 1980, Billy Starr has helped the event flourish and grow to the point where it now raises more money than any athletic fundraiser in the country. Learn more about Starr and how his journey began.
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Spiritual and Health Value of Rest:
The Sabbath is a Day of Healing
Wednesday, August 23, 2017
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Blum Center, 1st Floor, Yawkey Center

Led by Dana-Farber Chaplain, Yaroslav Nalysnyk, MD, this group series addresses the important role of spirituality in coping with cancer. Register or learn more by calling 617-632-5570. View calendar
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Boston Marathon® Jimmy Fund Walk presented by Hyundai
Sunday, September 24, 2017
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