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September 7, 2017 Optimizing life for multiple myeloma patients Patients diagnosed with multiple myeloma today have a much greater life expectancy, even though the blood cancer isn't curable. Healing body and spirit after pancreatic cancer "The Zakim Center is part of my treatment plan. It's given me the opportunity and space to focus on improving my health...and to begin healing my mind, body, and spirit," said Yvette Colón. Cancer-free and looking to the future Kristen Collins was 40 years old and the mother of three small children when she was diagnosed with triple negative breast cancer. Hear about her inspirational journey. Also in this issue Make an appointment 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. Cell cycle-blocking drugs can shrink tumors by enlisting immune system in attack In the brief time that drugs known as CDK4/6 inhibitors have been approved for the treatment of metastatic breast cancer, doctors have made a startling observation: in certain patients, the drugs – designed to halt cancer cell division – do not just stop tumors from growing but can cause them to shrink, in some cases markedly. Becoming a mom with the help of a friend – Despite metastatic synovial sarcoma Abby Morgan sought guidance about having a child from her Dana-Farber psychologist, Karen Fasciano, PsyD, who specializes in treating young adults with cancer and had worked with Abby on disclosing her diagnosis and coping with an unknown future. Save the date Facebook Live: Non-Hodgkin lymphoma Wednesday, September 20, 2017 2:00 p.m. EST Join us for a Facebook Live chat about non-Hodgkin lymphoma with Ann S. LaCasce, MD, MMSc, a medical oncologist at the Hematologic Oncology Treatment Center. Dr. LaCasce will discuss some of the latest advancements in treatment, as well as exciting new areas of research for this cancer. Click 'Going' on the Facebook event to get notified when the broadcast goes live | 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 today B.A.A. Half Marathon® Run with Dana-Farber in the B.A.A. Half Marathon on Sunday, October 8, and set the pace in the fight against cancer. Register Dana-Farber Care Card The Dana-Farber Care Card is a reloadable spending card for patients, family members, and friends. Purchase a Care Card 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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