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The Yawkey Foundation just made its largest donation ever: $50 million to help Dana-Farber Cancer Institute build its first standalone hospital. This gift crowns a decades-long partnership that's already brought $35 million in support to cancer patients.
Massachusetts just greenlit a cutting-edge cancer treatment facility that will bring advanced therapy to more patients. Dana-Farber Cancer Institute can now build a $50 million proton therapy center after addressing concerns about patient access.
Two of Boston's leading cancer care institutions have resolved their staffing disagreement, choosing collaboration over conflict. The agreement ensures physician assistants can continue working seamlessly between both hospitals to care for cancer patients.
Kevin Sullivan beat cancer in 2022 and started a charity golf tournament five months later. His annual event has now raised over $100,000 for childhood cancer research at Dana-Farber.
The Cancer Research Institute launched a patient resource hub connecting cancer patients with immunotherapy information and clinical trials. The platform features survivor stories and treatment guidance for those exploring cutting-edge cancer care options.
Two New Jersey cancer survivors are pedaling nearly 200 miles this August to support the hospital that saved their lives. Their ride is part of the world's largest athletic fundraiser, which has raised over $1 billion for cancer research.
A daily pill called daraxonrasib helped control cancer in 90% of pancreatic cancer patients during early trials, offering new hope for a disease that has had few effective treatments. The drug targets genetic mutations found in over 90% of pancreatic cancers.
President Samia Suluhu Hassan ordered Tanzania's Ocean Road Cancer Institute to maintain its advanced PET-CT scan machine, ensuring cancer patients continue receiving quality care. The directive follows a major 2022 hospital upgrade sparked by witnessing patients struggling with unavailable, expensive medicines.
A breakthrough drug for pancreatic cancer has stunned researchers by controlling disease in 90% of patients who had already tried chemotherapy. The daily pill targets gene mutations found in nearly all pancreatic cancers, offering hope where treatment options have been scarce.
A promising new pill shrank tumors in nearly two-thirds of lung cancer patients and 40% of pancreatic cancer patients in early trials. The results exceeded expectations and could offer fresh hope for people facing these difficult diagnoses.
Ghana announced major funding initiatives to make breast cancer treatment more affordable and accessible for all citizens. The Ministry of Health brought together leaders to create practical solutions for reducing the crushing financial burden cancer patients face.
A Brighton breast cancer survivor is breaking the silence around cancer by sharing her story and encouraging open conversations. Her early detection and connection with other survivors shows the power of awareness and community support.
Researchers at the Weizmann Institute discovered why half of prostate cancers resist treatment and identified a potential solution already approved by the FDA. The breakthrough could transform care for 700,000 men diagnosed with this cancer type annually.
After surviving breast cancer, Prisca Githuka founded Pink Hearts Cancer Support Foundation to help others navigate their own cancer journeys. On World Cancer Day, she's sharing her story to prove that a cancer diagnosis doesn't have to be the end.
Mayo Clinic researchers discovered that brigatinib, a lung cancer drug, may help ovarian cancer patients overcome treatment resistance when combined with existing therapies. The breakthrough could transform care for women facing one of the deadliest cancers.
Every single patient in a groundbreaking bowel cancer trial remains cancer-free nearly three years after treatment, flipping the script on standard care. The experimental immunotherapy worked so well that more than half showed no cancer by surgery.
Scientists discovered striking genetic similarities between cat and human cancers that could lead to life-saving treatments for both species. The breakthrough creates a powerful new path for developing cancer therapies.
Mary Shertenlieb crossed the Boston Marathon finish line in April 2026, just months after defeating her fourth cancer diagnosis. The 50-year-old has raised $156,000 for cancer research while proving that hope and determination can carry us through the hardest miles.
A personalized mRNA vaccine helped 11 women with aggressive breast cancer stay cancer-free for up to six years. The groundbreaking treatment trained their immune systems to recognize and fight cancer cells using their own tumor's genetic code.
The Karmanos Cancer Institute in Detroit just hit a historic milestone, treating nearly 16,000 new cancer patients in one year. That's a 47% jump since 2020, making it one of the fastest-growing comprehensive cancer centers in America.
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