Cancer Awareness Archives - Page 3 of 10

Creating to cure cancers: Local artists support the Jimmy Fund through CowParade

July 12, 2023

CowParade New England presented by Herb Chambers has officially launched throughout Greater Boston to help the Jimmy Fund celebrate 75 years of progress and impact made possible by the support of their generous community. This free public art display includes…

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Dana-Farber Cancer Institute social worker and patient

Social workers aid Dana-Farber patients, while honoring their own loved ones

July 10, 2023

A cancer diagnosis affects more than the body. Patients often experience new concerns and challenges when they hear the words “you have cancer.” What does this mean for my future? How will I continue to provide for my family? How…

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A Jimmy Fund Walk volunteer in a t-shirt that says "Thank you from the Orange Guy"

The Orange Guy: How one volunteer impacted thousands of supporters

July 6, 2023

For over 20 years, John Casey found his own unique way of participating in the Boston Marathon® Jimmy Fund Walk and supporting Dana-Farber Cancer Institute’s mission. Known as “The Orange Guy,” John could be found at the top of Heartbreak…

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Dana-Farber Cancer Institute's Clinical Trials Access Committee members

Committee eliminates barriers, promotes access to clinical trials for all patients

June 20, 2023

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is proud to highlight its Unsung Heroes, thanks to longtime partner Arbella Insurance Group, by recognizing staff who work behind the scenes to make the Institute a welcoming place for all. For some, it’s about calming nerves…

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Ian Matthew-Clayton Vice President and Chief Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity (ID&E) Officer

Recognizing Juneteenth – A Letter from Dana-Farber’s Ian Matthew-Clayton, VP and Chief ID&E Officer

June 13, 2023

Recently, Dana-Farber’s Ian Matthew-Clayton, vice president and chief Inclusion, Diversity & Equity officer, sent a poignant letter to employees recognizing Juneteenth. His message details the origin of the now-observed federal holiday and how we can expand our knowledge by learning…

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Cancer survivors with family and friends at Fenway Park

Colleagues and cancer survivors give back at Fenway Park

May 25, 2023

When Andy Freed, CEO of Virtual, Inc., first met his new client, Bob Russo, in 2007, he never would have thought, just two years later, his client would be standing by Andy’s hospital bed as he recovered from surgery for…

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Jimmy Memorial Golf tournament participants

75 years later, legacy of original “Jimmy” lives on through Jimmy Fund Golf

May 18, 2023

Jimmy Fund Golf presented by Mohegan Sun is one of the oldest and largest charity golf programs in the country, embodying the grassroots spirit of the Jimmy Fund, with more than 20,000 golfers coming together across 10 states to organize…

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