09/22/2009: New drug could significantly improve patient quality of life:
Matthew Smith, MD, PhD, of the Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center, led a study on a new targeted therapy to stop bone loss, increase bone density and prevent spinal fractures in men receiving androgen-deprivation therapy for prostate cancer.
08/24/2009: Minimally invasive surgery lessens pain of esophageal cancer
Christopher Morse, MD, of the Division of Thoracic Surgery at Massachusetts General Hospital has been able to remove esophageal tumors using an innovative minimally invasive procedure that offers patients less postoperative pain and a shorter recovery time
08/11/2009: Denosumab increases bone density, cuts fracture risk in prostate cancer survivors
Twice-yearly treatment with denosumab, a new targeted therapy to stop bone loss, increased bone density and prevented spinal fractures in men receiving androgen-deprivation therapy for prostate cancer.
07/15/2009: MGH study identifies first molecular steps to childhood leukemia
A Massachusetts General Hospital-based research team has identified how a chromosomal abnormality known to be associated with acute lymphoblastic leukemia – the most common cancer in children – initiates the disease process.
07/13/2009: Avoiding the dangers of sun exposure
David Fisher, MD, PhD, chief of Dermatology at Massachusetts General Hospital, offers advice on how to avoid long-term photo damage from sun exposure.
07/08/2009: Antiangiogenesis treatment improves hearing in some NF2 patients
Treatment with the angiogenesis inhibitor bevacizumab improved hearing and alleviated other symptoms in patients with neurofibromatosis type 2 (NF2). The study by researchers from Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) represents the first report of a successful NF2 treatment not involving surgery or radiation.
06/22/2009: A New Milestone in the Fight Against Cancer
A landmark grant funds groundbreaking cancer research led by the Cancer Center to accelerate CTC-chip research, offering the potential to revolutionize how oncologists detect, monitor and treat cancers in the future.
06/12/2009: Celebrating the one hundred
MGH Hotline 06.12.09 It can be hard to quantify the emotional impact caregivers, researchers, donors, volunteers and advocates have on cancer patients and their families, but in many ways, the MGH Cancer Center’s the one hundred does just that.
06/05/2009: Employees of the year
MGH Hotline 6.5.09 Though in different departments, the winners of the MGH Cancer Center and the Radiation Oncology Department employee of the year awards have one thing in common: an outstanding ability to treat all patients with respect and kindness.
06/01/2009: Hitting where it hurts
A new study uncovers a gene expression signature that reliably identifies cancer cells whose survival is dependent on a common signaling pathway, even when the cells contain multiple other genetic abnormalities. The study from MGH Cancer Center researchers identifies critical molecular vulnerabilities, thereby revealing promising therapeutic targets for a common and notoriously treatment resistant cancer.
05/29/2009: MGH Cancer Center receives $15 million grant from SU2C
MGH Hotline 05.29.09 The MGH Cancer Center has been awarded a $15 million research grant from the proceeds raised by the landmark Sept. 5, 2008 Stand Up to Cancer (SU2C) telethon.
05/29/2009: In General awards and honors
MGH Hotline 05.29.09 In General awards and honors
05/22/2009: Michael Birrer, MD, PHd Elected to GCSC
Michael Birrer, MD, PhD, director of Massaschusetts General Hospital Cancer Center gynecologic medical oncology, has been elected as the new co-chair of the Gynecologic Cancer Steering Committee (GCSC).
05/22/2009: Jennifer Temel, MD Receives Palliative Care Grant Award
Jennifer Temel, MD has been awarded an American Cancer Society Pilot Project Support Grant.
05/22/2009: Avon Walk for Breast Cancer
The seventh annual Avon Walk for Breast Cancer, held in Boston the weekend of May 17, 2009, helped raise $5.6 million to advance access to care and finding a cure for breast cancer.
05/18/2009: Study examines trends in gallbladder cancer over 4 decades
Overall prognosis for gallbladder cancer appears to be improving, although many patients still have incurable disease and poor survival rates.
05/15/2009: Bernstein and Hochedlinger among 50 HHMI Early Career Scientists
MGH Hotline 5.15.09 Two MGH scientists — Bradley Bernstein, MD, PhD, of the Department of Pathology, and Konrad Hochedlinger, PhD, of the Center for Regenerative Medicine – are among the first group of Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) Early Career Scientists.
05/15/2009: the one hundred announced
MGH Hotline 5.15.09 Exactly 100 flowers were planted in the Howard Ufelder, MD, Healing Garden April 28 to recognize the newly announced members of the one hundred – 100 groups and individuals who are making a difference in cancer care.
05/04/2009: Screening the options: Dialogue an important part of prostate cancer screening and treatment
Prostate cancer experts at the Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center weigh in on best guidelines for screening.
04/13/2009: The Partnership Symposium: Conquering Breast Cancer
On Sunday, April 26, the 92nd Street Y in New York City brings together three of the leading breast cancer organizations, top scientists and researchers, and breast cancer survivors to provide clear and current information on the disease.
04/08/2009: Tiny sacs released by brain tumor cells carry information that may guide treatment
Exosomes deliver factors that promote tumor growth and may serve as blood biomarkers.
03/30/2009: Angiogenesis inhibitor improves brain tumor survival by reducing edema
The beneficial effects of anti-angiogenesis drugs in the treatment of the deadly brain tumors called glioblastomas appear to result primarily from reduction of edema – the swelling of brain tissue – and not from any direct anti-tumor effect.
03/23/2009: Breast Cancer Fashion Fundraiser April 30
03/18/2009: Chemotherapy desensitization
What happens when you are allergic to a treatment that could save your life?
03/09/2009: Genetic profiling
Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center opens molecular pathology lab to genetically profile all patient tumors
03/06/2009: Both Latino and non-Latino women likely to accept HPV vaccination for selves and children
Most women responding to a survey conducted at MGH clinics indicated they would be willing to be vaccinated against the human papillomavirus and to have their daughters and even sons vaccinated in order to prevent cancer in their children. The report also found that Latino women are just as likely, if not more so, to accept HPV vaccine as non-Latinos.
03/06/2009: Personalizing cancer care
MGH Hotline 3.6.09 Cancer is most commonly classified by its location – in the lungs, liver, breast or elsewhere. In truth, however, every tumor is unique, and the genetic makeup of a tumor can often be more important than where it is located.
02/17/2009: New imaging technology shows promise in future cancer treatment
The first combined MRI/PET machine is being tested on brain cancer patients.
01/29/2009: MGH Cancer Center now offers pencil-beam proton therapy treatment
The MGH Cancer Center has added pencil-beam scanning to the radiation therapy modalities offered at the hospital’s Burr Proton Therapy Center.
01/23/2009: A gift in loving memory of a father
MGH Hotline 1.23.09When his father Kenneth died of a brain tumor at age 48 in 2005, then 17-year-old Justin Stanton knew he wanted to honor his father's memory in a way that would help others.
01/09/2009: Cancer genome research
The MGH Cancer Center and the Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute of the United Kingdom have begun a new alliance in cancer genome research.
01/09/2009: Erika Barrett, NP, honored
Erika Barrett, NP, of the MGH Cancer Center, recently was chosen the first recipient of the center's Hematology-Oncology Nurse Practitioner Excellence Award.
12/11/2008: Cancer Center Media Coverage
Browse news articles across local and national media outlets.
12/10/2008: Hormone therapy for prostate cancer does not appear to increase cardiac deaths
Treating prostate cancer patients with drugs that block hormonal activity does not appear to increase the risk of death from cardiovascular disease, according to a study led by MGH researchers
12/09/2008: Combining targeted therapy drugs may treat previously resistant tumors
Blocking two cell signaling pathways leads to dramatic shrinkage of K-Ras-mutated tumors in animal model
12/05/2008: In General
MGH Hotline: 12/05/08
12/05/2008: MGH Cancer Center staff visit Kazakhstan
MGH Hotline 12/05/08: A multidisciplinary team from the MGH Cancer Center recently traveled to Kazakhstan’s capitol Astana to work with the city’s Department of Health to improve the oncology services at a local hospital.
12/05/2008: MGH Cancer Center staff visit Kazakhstan
MGH Hotline 12/05/08 A multidisciplinary team from the MGH Cancer Center recently traveled to Kazakhstan’s capitol Astana to work with the city’s Department of Health to improve the oncology services at a local hospital.
12/05/2008: The fight against lung cancer lights up
MGH Hotline 12/5/08 Prudential Tower Hundreds of individuals supporting the fight against lung cancer joined special guests from the MGH, the Massachusetts chapter of the Lung Cancer Alliance, WCVB-TV’s Heather Unruh, and state public health and public policy leaders for a touching candlelight vigil at the Prudential Center Courtyard Nov. 20.
11/16/2008: Tiny sacs released by brain tumor cells carry information that may guide treatment
MGH researchers have found that tiny membrane-covered sacs released from glioblastoma cells contain molecules that may help guide treatment of the deadly brain tumor.
06/11/2008: Massachusetts General Hospital ranked on U.S. News national honor roll
The third oldest general hospital in the United States and the oldest and largest hospital in New England, Mass General continues its tradition of excellence today. The hospital is consistently ranked among the top five hospitals in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. In 2008, Mass General was redesignated a Magnet hospital, the highest honor for nursing excellence awarded by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.
10/09/2009: Synergy Magazine: Fall 2009
Synergy: Fall 2009
This issue of Synergy focuses on sarcoma and soft tissue cancers.
04/01/2009: Proto: Dispatches from the frontiers of medicine
Proto magazine, Spring 2009 issue
The Spring 2009 issue of Proto, a magazine that reaches 75,000 thought leaders nationwide, explores new developments in organ transplantation, the relationship between public art and public health, creating stem cells from an unlikely source and the rollercoaster history of hormone replacement therapy.
01/01/2009: Proto: Dispatches from the frontiers of medicine
Proto magazine, Winter 2009 issue
The Winter 2009 issue of Proto, a magazine that reaches 75,000 thought leaders nationwide, features sociable robots, the model organism C. elegans, restorative neuroscience, micro medical practices and an elite set of HIV patients.
12/11/2008: A Guide to the Cancer Center for Patients and Families
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A guide to treatment programs, as well as support, education and wellness services available to patients and families.
12/01/2008: Synergy
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Synergy
07/01/2008: Synergy- Summer '08
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Synergy: Summer edition, 2008
12/12/2007: Journeys
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Massachusetts General Hospital Annual Report 2007
01/11/2007: Vision
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Vision is a magazine for the MGH community, donors and friends. In this issue read about the Massachusetts General Hosptial Cancer Center.
11/21/2009: Julie Fund Gala
Enjoy cocktails, dinner, dancing and a live auction -- all to benefit the Julie Fund for Women's Cancers.
11/19/2009: Wilkins Visiting Professor Lecture
David Jones, MD, presents "Introduction of Molecularly-Targeted Therapies for Lung Cancer by Surgeons: The Road Less Travelled."
11/12/2009: Friends of the Cancer Center 2009 Event
The Friends of the Mass General Cancer Center present a Holiday Shopping Benefit at Saks Fifth Avenue
11/01/2009: 13th Annual Genesis Ralph Lord Memorial Race
13th Annual Genesis Ralph Lord Memorial Race to Benefit OCEAN at Mass General.
10/27/2009: Breast Health for a Lifetime
You are cordially invited to attend a free event at the Mass General/North Shore Center for Outpatient Care in Danvers, MA.
10/18/2009: When a Child Knows Someone with Cancer
Helping Young Children Cope with the Cancer Diagnosis of a Loved One
09/20/2009: Nadia Balboni Carey Memorial 5K Road Race
07/11/2009: Granite State Quest
The Granite State Quest raises funds that support pediatric cancer research Mass General.
06/27/2009: The Julie Fund Walk
Support the Julie Fund and Mass General at the Julie Fund's Annual Walk
06/03/2009: theonehundred
06/03/2009: theonehundred
05/02/2009: Living With and Beyond Breast Cancer
Leading breast cancer experts discuss treatment options.
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