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Cancer Awareness & Prevention
Lynch syndrome leads to multiple cancer diagnoses for one family
Lynch syndrome brings the Scragg family from Canada to Dana-Farber and inspires them to give back to the place that saved their family’s life.
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Patient Story
Young mom faces rectal cancer—and Lynch syndrome—diagnosis
Stephanie's cancer journey leads to a Lynch syndrome diagnosis, sparking family genetic testing and inspiring her husband's marathon run for Dana-Farber.
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Patient Story
Family supports triple-negative breast cancer research, while keeping daughter’s legacy alive
Honoring Stacey's legacy, her family supports Dana-Farber's triple-negative breast cancer research, aiming to advance treatment and understanding of this aggressive cancer subtype.
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Patient Story
Prostate cancer survivor shares story to encourage other men to pay attention to their health
Discover how Doug Meehan navigated prostate cancer with Dana-Farber's care and helped raise funds for future cancer research breakthroughs.
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Patient Story
Family facing brain tumors is dedicated to striking out cancer
Violet's battle with cancer brings her family closer and inspires community support through Dana-Farber.
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Patient Story
For colorectal cancer patient Justin Kelly, “45 is the new 50”
New screening guidelines and genetic testing save Justin's life, highlighting the power of early detection and cutting-edge cancer treatments.
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Fundraising Event
Family honors late mother with non-profit to support rare cancer research and care
Shannon's Path: A legacy of love, resilience, and support for cancer research and holistic care, inspired by Shannon's journey with appendiceal cancer.
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Patient Story
Friends, teachers bonded together by breast cancer—and baseball
Cancer survivors Natalie and Kaitlyn find friendship and healing through Dana-Farber and Red Sox Fantasy Camp, embracing life beyond the classroom.
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Patient Story
Woman with bile duct cancer aims to be “miracle patient”
Barbara Sturgeon battles bile duct cancer with strength and hope, inspired by Dana-Farber's care and her love for life and family.
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Supporter Story
Family foundation memorializes son, brings focus to rare cancer
The Vincze family turns tragedy into hope, funding research for rare cancers like NUT carcinoma at Dana-Farber, inspired by their son Max's battle.
