Latest news from Dana-Farber Cancer Institute on News en-us Copyright 2024 News 115 31 / /images/newswise-logo-rss.gif /articles/dana-farber-cancer-institute-delivers-simple-immediate-impact-to-patient-comfort-using-weighted-blankets/?sc=rsin /articles/dana-farber-cancer-institute-delivers-simple-immediate-impact-to-patient-comfort-using-weighted-blankets/?sc=rsin Fri, 04 Oct 2024 09:05:08 EST Weighted blankets are available to patients receiving infusions at all Dana-Farber locations as the result of a project led by staff nurse Cheri Hermann, BSN, RN, OCN. The initiative dates to March 2020, when she observed heightened anxiety in patients whose loved ones were unable to accompany them to appointments during the COVID-19 pandemic. Dana-Farber Cancer Institute /articles/dana-farber-cancer-institute-leads-the-launch-of-ignite-consortium-to-eradicate-health-inequities-in-pediatric-cancer-care/?sc=rsin /articles/dana-farber-cancer-institute-leads-the-launch-of-ignite-consortium-to-eradicate-health-inequities-in-pediatric-cancer-care/?sc=rsin Thu, 26 Sep 2024 09:30:57 EST In a bold step toward addressing the stark disparities in pediatric cancer care, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is taking the lead in launching IGNITE--the first national, pediatric hematology-oncology health equity research consortium. This groundbreaking initiative aims to eradicate inequities for children, adolescents, and young adults diagnosed with cancer or blood disorders via the rapid development and evaluation of policy-relevant, evidence-based and community informed health equity interventions. Dana-Farber Cancer Institute /articles/antibody-drug-conjugate-found-effective-against-brain-metastases-in-patients-with-her2-positive-breast-cancer/?sc=rsin /articles/antibody-drug-conjugate-found-effective-against-brain-metastases-in-patients-with-her2-positive-breast-cancer/?sc=rsin Fri, 13 Sep 2024 11:05:28 EST A drug that delivers chemotherapy directly to tumors has shown impressive activity against some of the hardest-to-reach cancer cells: those that have spread to the brain in patients with advanced HER2-positive breast cancer. Research led by Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. Dana-Farber Cancer Institute /articles/repeat-immune-checkpoint-inhibitor-therapy-not-recommended-for-advanced-kidney-cancer/?sc=rsin /articles/repeat-immune-checkpoint-inhibitor-therapy-not-recommended-for-advanced-kidney-cancer/?sc=rsin Fri, 13 Sep 2024 10:05:02 EST In an international multicenter randomized phase 3 clinical trial led by Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, researchers tested the addition of the immune checkpoint inhibitor (ICI) nivolumab to treatment with tivozanib for patients with advanced clear cell renal cell carcinoma. Dana-Farber Cancer Institute /articles/comprehensive-cancer-research-from-dana-farber-to-lead-esmo-congress-2024/?sc=rsin /articles/comprehensive-cancer-research-from-dana-farber-to-lead-esmo-congress-2024/?sc=rsin Wed, 11 Sep 2024 08:35:00 EST Novel treatments, including targeted therapies and antibody drug conjugates, as well as research into improving quality of life for patients with breast cancer, headline studies led by Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and presented at the European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO) Congress 2024 in Barcelona, Spain. Dana-Farber Cancer Institute /articles/antibody-drug-conjugate-highly-effective-in-preventing-recurrence-in-patients-with-early-stage-her2-breast-cancer-trial-finds/?sc=rsin /articles/antibody-drug-conjugate-highly-effective-in-preventing-recurrence-in-patients-with-early-stage-her2-breast-cancer-trial-finds/?sc=rsin Thu, 27 Jun 2024 16:00:00 EST * 97% of HER2+, early-stage patients treated with trastuzumab emtansine (T-DM1) were free of cancer recurrence five years after treatment * Prognostic test (HER2DX) shown helpful in identifying patients at greatest risk for recurrence Dana-Farber Cancer Institute /articles/researchers-report-first-effective-use-of-immunotherapy-for-most-common-subtype-of-colorectal-cancer/?sc=rsin /articles/researchers-report-first-effective-use-of-immunotherapy-for-most-common-subtype-of-colorectal-cancer/?sc=rsin Tue, 25 Jun 2024 13:05:23 EST These clinical trial results point to the first safe and effective use of immunotherapy for patients with microsatellite stable colorectal cancer, the most common subtype of the disease. The encouraging results of this phase I trial have prompted Dana-Farber investigators to move forward with a phase III trial of this immunotherapy combination. Dana-Farber Cancer Institute /articles/anti-inflammatory-drug-celecoxib-could-reduce-risk-of-colon-cancer-recurrence-for-a-subset-of-patients/?sc=rsin /articles/anti-inflammatory-drug-celecoxib-could-reduce-risk-of-colon-cancer-recurrence-for-a-subset-of-patients/?sc=rsin Tue, 18 Jun 2024 16:00:00 EST An analysis of data from a randomized clinical trial for patients with stage 3 colon cancer found that those with PIK3CA mutations who took celecoxib, an anti-inflammatory drug, after surgery lived significantly longer and had longer disease-free survival compared to those without the mutation. Dana-Farber Cancer Institute /articles/new-guidelines-for-radiation-therapy-for-hpv-associated-head-and-neck-cancer/?sc=rsin /articles/new-guidelines-for-radiation-therapy-for-hpv-associated-head-and-neck-cancer/?sc=rsin Tue, 18 Jun 2024 11:05:00 EST New recommendations on the optimal use of radiation therapy for HPV-associated OPSCC are based on evidence from multiple clinical trials and aim to maintain good outcomes and reduce acute and late effects. Dana-Farber Cancer Institute /articles/telehealth-can-significantly-reduce-greenhouse-gas-emissions-associated-with-cancer-care-study-finds/?sc=rsin /articles/telehealth-can-significantly-reduce-greenhouse-gas-emissions-associated-with-cancer-care-study-finds/?sc=rsin Mon, 03 Jun 2024 09:05:56 EST Based on an analysis of data from a regional cancer center, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute researchers calculate that, nationwide, cancer care that utilizes telehealth and local care would generate 33.1% less greenhouse gas emissions than the traditional model of in-person care. Study published in JAMA Oncology. Dana-Farber Cancer Institute /articles/clinical-trials-show-promise-in-treating-central-nervous-system-lymphoma-breast-cancer-and-glioblastoma/?sc=rsin /articles/clinical-trials-show-promise-in-treating-central-nervous-system-lymphoma-breast-cancer-and-glioblastoma/?sc=rsin Sat, 01 Jun 2024 08:05:56 EST Dana-Farber Cancer Institute researchers are leading 3 separate studies with encouraging results in treating patients with central nervous system (CNS) lymphoma, breast cancer, and glioblastoma. These findings are among more than 80 studies presented at ASCO that are led by Dana-Farber-affiliated researchers. Dana-Farber Cancer Institute /articles/dana-farber-researchers-uncover-disparities-in-lived-experiences-for-patients-and-physicians/?sc=rsin /articles/dana-farber-researchers-uncover-disparities-in-lived-experiences-for-patients-and-physicians/?sc=rsin Thu, 30 May 2024 08:00:00 EST Four teams of Dana-Farber Cancer Institute investigators have found that people experience discrimination and bias in different ways and in more realms of cancer care than previously understood. The findings, in different studies, suggest that oncology professionals and the systems they work in have more work to do to adapt to the realities of increasing diversity and inclusion, not only in the patient population but also in the oncology workforce. Dana-Farber Cancer Institute /articles/most-young-women-treated-for-breast-cancer-can-have-children-study-shows/?sc=rsin /articles/most-young-women-treated-for-breast-cancer-can-have-children-study-shows/?sc=rsin Thu, 23 May 2024 17:00:00 EST New research by Dana-Farber Cancer Institute investigators has encouraging news for young women who have survived breast cancer and want to have children. Dana-Farber Cancer Institute /articles/dana-farber-review-article-examines-past-and-guides-future-efforts-to-reduce-cancer-disparities/?sc=rsin /articles/dana-farber-review-article-examines-past-and-guides-future-efforts-to-reduce-cancer-disparities/?sc=rsin Mon, 06 May 2024 11:30:05 EST Investigators at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute have examined the historical evolution of Community Outreach and Engagement initiatives at both the National Cancer Institute (NCI) and National Cancer Institute-Designated Cancer Centers (NCI-DCCs). Dana-Farber Cancer Institute /articles/metastatic-prostate-cancer-research-psmafore-follow-on-study-favors-radioligand-therapy-over-change-to-androgen-receptor-pathway-inhibition/?sc=rsin /articles/metastatic-prostate-cancer-research-psmafore-follow-on-study-favors-radioligand-therapy-over-change-to-androgen-receptor-pathway-inhibition/?sc=rsin Fri, 03 May 2024 12:00:52 EST Follow-on analysis of results from the phase 3 PSMAfore study, along with the overall study results, support the consideration of 177Lu-PSMA-617 as a new standard treatment approach for this prevalent population of patients with mCRPC. Research led by Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and others. Dana-Farber Cancer Institute /articles/dana-farber-nurses-present-research-and-evidence-based-studies-at-2024-oncology-nursing-society-congress/?sc=rsin /articles/dana-farber-nurses-present-research-and-evidence-based-studies-at-2024-oncology-nursing-society-congress/?sc=rsin Wed, 24 Apr 2024 09:00:21 EST Dana-Farber Cancer Institute nurse scientists and clinicians are presenting key studies and projects at the 49th annual Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) Congress on April 24-28, 2024, in Washington, D.C. Dana-Farber Cancer Institute /articles/dana-farber-chief-scientific-officer-kevin-haigis-phd-elected-as-fellow-of-the-american-association-for-the-advancement-of-science/?sc=rsin /articles/dana-farber-chief-scientific-officer-kevin-haigis-phd-elected-as-fellow-of-the-american-association-for-the-advancement-of-science/?sc=rsin Thu, 18 Apr 2024 10:05:07 EST Kevin Haigis, PhD, Chief Scientific Officer, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, has been named Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS). Election as an AAAS Fellow is a distinguished lifetime honor bestowed upon AAAS members by their peers. Dana-Farber Cancer Institute /articles/novel-adc-and-immunotherapy-combo-shows-promise-in-endometrial-cancer-subtype/?sc=rsin /articles/novel-adc-and-immunotherapy-combo-shows-promise-in-endometrial-cancer-subtype/?sc=rsin Fri, 05 Apr 2024 15:50:19 EST In a small, investigator-initiated phase 2 study by Dana-Farber Cancer Institute investigators, a novel combination of an antibody-drug conjugate and an immune checkpoint inhibitor showed notable activity in pre-treated patients with a difficult-to-treat form of endometrial cancer. In this study, tumors were reduced in six out of 16 patients treated with the combination, including one case in which the cancer disappeared. Dana-Farber Cancer Institute /articles/endometrial-lung-and-survivorship-studies-headline-dana-farber-research-at-aacr-annual-meeting-2024/?sc=rsin /articles/endometrial-lung-and-survivorship-studies-headline-dana-farber-research-at-aacr-annual-meeting-2024/?sc=rsin Fri, 05 Apr 2024 15:05:07 EST Numerous studies conducted by researchers at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute show promising results for patients with endometrial, lung, breast, prostate, and colorectal cancers. Dana-Farber Cancer Institute /articles/private-and-secure-generative-ai-tool-supports-operations-and-research-at-dana-farber/?sc=rsin /articles/private-and-secure-generative-ai-tool-supports-operations-and-research-at-dana-farber/?sc=rsin Thu, 28 Mar 2024 11:30:38 EST Dana-Farber Cancer Institute has implemented an artificial intelligence (AI) application intended for general use in a medical center or hospital. Dana-Farber Cancer Institute