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Every cancer journey is personal, and no one should walk it alone. When talking with your care team, clinical trials are...
04/22/2026

Every cancer journey is personal, and no one should walk it alone. When talking with your care team, clinical trials are one option to consider.

Erika encourages us to: “Ask your doctor today if a clinical trial may be right for you.”

In the latest episode of Front Row Seat, host Victoria Goldberg speaks with Dr. Nancy Lin from Dana-Farber about what ha...
04/16/2026

In the latest episode of Front Row Seat, host Victoria Goldberg speaks with Dr. Nancy Lin from Dana-Farber about what happens when breast cancer spreads to the brain, and what can be done.

They discuss:
• Treatment options across subtypes
• The blood-brain barrier and why it matters
• Emerging technologies changing care
• What current research means for patients
• And more…

🎧 Listen here: https://www.livefromstage4.org/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnMYeZF2Rf2lAXlRrE73KIztJiZ7i7sASCm5BTxvXq5EeyHrgNSF_5SZB8jsU_aem_ewUb7AbYHrFYtyZf3bUAHg

As a firefighter, Bobby knows what it means to be strong in the face of uncertainty. As his wife faces breast cancer, he...
04/14/2026

As a firefighter, Bobby knows what it means to be strong in the face of uncertainty. As his wife faces breast cancer, he supports her decisions about treatment — including joining a clinical trial. Together, they show us what true partnership and courage look like.

Bobby reminds us to: “Ask your doctor today if a clinical trial may be right for you”. Caregivers are unsung heroes as they offer strength and hope every step of the way.

A cancer diagnosis in young adulthood can feel overwhelming—bringing up questions about fertility and genetics while you...
04/06/2026

A cancer diagnosis in young adulthood can feel overwhelming—bringing up questions about fertility and genetics while you are still balancing school, work, and family life.

Young and Strong, part Cancer Institute, is a program dedicated to young adults with breast cancer. The program has guided more than 10,000 young adults through and beyond cancer, offering comprehensive care, support, and programs tailored specifically to young adults.

We support the whole person by addressing individual needs including fertility, genetics, sexual health, nutrition, exercise, and psychological support.

Combat Isolation. We build community by providing regular opportunities for patients to meet and connect with others through peer mentorship, educational and social events, and social work-led support groups.

Learn more about the Young and Strong Program at the link in our bio.

Join us for the Lunch & Learn Educational Series📢 Breast Cancer in Older Adults: Side Effects of Treatment and How to Ma...
04/03/2026

Join us for the Lunch & Learn Educational Series
📢 Breast Cancer in Older Adults: Side Effects of Treatment and How to Manage Them

🗓 Thursday, April 16 | Noon – 1 p.m., via Zoom

Join breast oncology specialist Jennifer McKenna, NP, for an informative session on common symptoms and side effects of and its treatments. Jen will share the most effective strategies for managing these challenges, including both medical and non-medical approaches, as well as practical tips that may help provide relief.

Bring your questions and join an interactive Q&A after the presentation.

Register today: https://dfci.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_dfiNQp2JSfCUnMIqukawIQ?_x_zm_rtaid=gXbj6qfARdKRB1R6trBDoA.1771879985158.14007820b9ad747295b0af66705a6f4e&_x_zm_rhtaid=293 #/registration

Behind every clinical trial is a story of strength. A mother, a daughter, and a patient who said yes to hope.Karina join...
04/02/2026

Behind every clinical trial is a story of strength. A mother, a daughter, and a patient who said yes to hope.

Karina joined a clinical trial not only for herself, but for her doctors, her Latina community, and everyone who dreams of a world with better treatments. Her gratitude reminds us that research is more than science. It’s people helping people.

She reminds us that every conversation counts: “Ask your doctor today if a clinical trial may be right for you.”

Do you have questions about medications, supplements, or treatment support for older adults with breast cancer? The Prog...
03/31/2026

Do you have questions about medications, supplements, or treatment support for older adults with breast cancer?

The Program for Older Adults with Breast Cancer (OABC) at Dana-Farber offers specialized pharmacy consults as an integrated part of the care team. Through comprehensive pharmaceutical assessments and individualized medication reviews, the team helps ensure medications are safe, effective, and tailored to each patient’s needs.

Swipe through to learn more about how the OABC program supports older adults with breast cancer.

To learn more about the program, please visit: dana-farber.org/oabc​, call 617-632-4300 or email OABC@dfci.harvard.edu.​

Every day, our breast oncology doctors bring hope, healing, and guidance to patients and families. Their compassion, exp...
03/30/2026

Every day, our breast oncology doctors bring hope, healing, and guidance to patients and families. Their compassion, expertise, and tireless dedication touch countless lives and inspire everyone around them. Today, we honor their unwavering commitment and say thank you for all they do - for the care they provide, the comfort they give, and the difference they make every single day. 💙

📢 Join us for the Program 4th annual virtual patient forum. This free virtual event features informational presentatio...
03/25/2026

📢 Join us for the Program 4th annual virtual patient forum. This free virtual event features informational presentations about for patients, families, loved ones, and health care professionals. All are welcome!

🗓️ May 16, 2026 | 9 a.m. - Noon ET

Featured presentations include:
• Menopausal hormonal therapy
• GLP-1 inhibitors and breast cancer risk
• Innovation in risk assessment
• Nutrition recommendations
• Movement class
• Cooking demonstration

Each presentation will include a Q&A session. All sessions will be recorded for later viewing.

For more information and to register, visit: https://www.dana-farber.org/cancer-care/treatment/breast-oncology/programs/ductal-carcinoma-in-situ/support-education

03/24/2026

What can we learn from patient advocacy and the latest data in breast cancer?

In this Breast Cancer Breakthroughs episode from the San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium 2025, patient advocate Lindsay Northrop talks with Harold Burstein, MD, PhD, a breast oncologist and educational director at Dana-Farber, about important updates from the conference and what they mean for patients.

Learn more about:
• Why patient advocacy is so important in the medical community
• New research shared at the meeting
• New treatment approaches, including oral SERDs and ADCs

Watch the full conversation to learn more about these important updates.

Un diagnóstico de cáncer ya es bastante difícil para la mayoría de las personas; para muchos padres, la noticia trae con...
03/23/2026

Un diagnóstico de cáncer ya es bastante difícil para la mayoría de las personas; para muchos padres, la noticia trae consigo una serie de preocupaciones adicionales.

¿Cómo explicar la situación a los hijos? ¿Qué pasa si tienen preguntas que no puedes responder? ¿Cómo lidiar con sus miedos sobre tu bienestar?

's Parents With Cancer (Padres con cáncer) se dedica a apoyar a los pacientes adultos con cáncer que son padres y a sus hijos.

Su misión es ofrecer orientación, información y recursos a quienes se enfrentan al cáncer en su familia, e identificar y responder a las necesidades de padres e hijos apoyando, complementando y empoderando a la familia para que pueda afrontar la situación.

Para más información:
Consulte nuestro enlace en la biografía O

Llame al: 617-632-3301

Correo electrónico: parentswithcancer@dfci.harvard.edu

Visite: dana-farber.org/parentswithcancer

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