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DECEMBER 21, 2017 What is the relationship between tea and cancer prevention? Drinking tea has been a practice around the world since ancient times, and often has been seen as a way of promoting good health. Whether tea – either the green or black variety – can reduce the risk of cancer is a question that has been studied for many years.    >> READ MORE Precision medicine turned Jesus' unique tumor into an operable one "Jesus is truly one of a kind," Dr. Katherine Janeway says with a smile. "The ability to tailor treatment plans based on an individual's genomic profile is what makes these new sequencing technologies so powerful."    >> READ MORE Is nausea a sign of cancer? Nausea and cancer are often related in that nausea can be a side effect of treatment, but can nausea be a symptom of cancer itself? Kimmie Ng, MD, MPH, talks about the connections. >> READ MORE ALSO IN THIS ISSUE What's new in immunotherapy for glioblastoma and other brain tumors? Vaccines, drugs, and modified human cells that activate the immune system against cancer have improved outcomes and prolonged lives in some types of cancer in the past few years. For patients with glioblastoma, the most common primary brain tumor in adults, immunotherapy has shown some promise in clinical trials. >> READ MORE Breast lumps and cancer – Cancer Mythbusters While most breast lumps are not cancer, there are many other myths that persist about the relationship between the two. In this podcast, Beth Overmoyer, MD, helps set the story straight on some of the biggest questions about breast lumps. >> READ MORE << MAKE AN APPOINTMENT >> We are committed to providing the most advanced and compassionate care possible. First appointments are often available within 24 hours. Connect online or call 866-705-0122 (adult patients) or 877-689-0699 (pediatric patients). >> CONTACT US MORE STORIES New program launches to target aggressive thyroid cancers >> FDA approves new drug to prevent a common virus infection >> What is a bone marrow biopsy and how does it work? >> Cancer Podcast Series Dana-Farber's cancer podcast series covers a wide range of topics, including new research, the latest treatments, and survivorship. Download podcasts SAVE THE DATE Moving Meditation Tuesday, December 26, 2017 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. Shields-Warren, Room 140 This class will teach you to tap into the power of the mind while learning and practicing different ancient meditation methods and postures. Zakim Center programs are free of charge and open to patients and their caregivers. Please call 617-632-3322 or email the Zakim Center to register. View our events calendar Chefs for Jimmy Friday, January 19, 2018 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. Chez Josef, Agawam, MA Join us for the 28th annual Chefs for Jimmy The Great Gatsby event hosted by Winer Levsky Group of UBS Financial Services, Inc. This memorable evening will feature delicious local dishes from Pioneer Valley's best restaurants and caterers, raising money for cancer research and patient care at Dana-Farber. Buy tickets HOW TO HELP Your year-end gift doubles Every dollar you give through December 31 will be matched up to $160,000 thanks to Arbella Insurance Group. Make a year-end gift Conquer cancer with a CGA Establish a Charitable Gift Annuity to benefit Dana-Farber and invest in a future without cancer. Learn more SUBSCRIBE >> Feedback - Thoughts about our newsletter? Email us © Dana-Farber Cancer Institute / 450 Brookline Avenue / Boston, MA 02215 / www.dana-farber.org

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