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Dana-Farber’s Breast Oncology Center @dfcibreastonc.bsky.social · 10d

Ever wonder if it’s safe to take over-the-counter (OTC) meds with your cancer treatment?

Join breast oncology pharmacist Amal Arnaout, PharmD for an informal discussion on safe & effective OTC use.

📅 Oct 23rd from 12 PM - 1 PM ET

🔗 Register: dfci.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

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Dana-Farber’s Breast Oncology Center @dfcibreastonc.bsky.social · 16d

Join @Dana-Farber’s expert medical oncologists to learn more about treatment and research updates for each sub-type of #MetastaticBreastCancer.

🗓️ October 10 | 11 a.m. – Noon ET

Register here: www.dana-farber.org/cancer-care/...

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Dana-Farber’s Breast Oncology Center @dfcibreastonc.bsky.social · 20d

Join Drs. Nancy Lin and Sara Tolaney, for the opening event of the 2025-2026 EMBRACE #MetastaticBreastCancer Forum!

🗓️ October 10 | 9:30-10:45 a.m. ET

Register here: www.dana-farber.org/cancer-care/...

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Dana-Farber’s Breast Oncology Center @dfcibreastonc.bsky.social · 26d

Catching up with Idalina Colburn, an oncology nurse navigator at Dana-Farber, whose strength and compassion shine as she supports patients while facing her own breast cancer. 💜

Grateful to be part of such an inspiring event. 🎙️⚾

#JimmyFund #FenwayPark #DanaFarber #BreastCancer

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Dana-Farber’s Breast Oncology Center @dfcibreastonc.bsky.social · Sep 8

Register today👉 Virtual: treatment expert panel with a focus on stage 4 #MetastaticBreastCancer.
🗓️Wed, Sept 10 | 6:30 – 7:45 pm ET
This event is part of the #BreastCancer in Young Adults forum series for patients, survivors, and loved ones.
dfci.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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Dana-Farber’s Breast Oncology Center @dfcibreastonc.bsky.social · Sep 8

Join us for a virtual treatment expert panel with a focus on #EarlyBreastCancer. This event is part of the #BreastCancerInYoungAdults forum series for patients, survivors, and loved ones.
🗓️Wed, Sept 10 | 6:30 – 7:45 pm ET
Register Today: dfci.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Dana-Farber’s Breast Oncology Center @dfcibreastonc.bsky.social · Sep 8

💪 Join our FITNESS CLASS and support the Cohorts
@TheJimmyFund Team with this fundraiser at Orange Theory
Fitness in Belmont!
🗓️The class will be held at 11am on Saturday, Sept 13th at Orange Theory Fitness Belmont: 80 Trapelo Road, Belmont MA 02478.
danafarber.jimmyfund.org/site/TR/Jimm...

Dana-Farber’s Breast Oncology Center @dfcibreastonc.bsky.social · Jul 24

Young & Strong is developing new tools, resources, and a refreshed website for young adults with breast cancer. Take two minutes to complete this survey and share your voice.

redcapdfci.dfci.harvard.edu/redcap/surve...

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Dana-Farber Cancer Institute @danafarber.bsky.social · Jul 15

Please join @ptarantinomd.bsky.social social to learn about updates on treatment and research for metastatic breast cancer from the 2025 @ascocancer.bsky.social Conference. For more information and to register, please visit bit.ly/4lprw7N.

EMBRACE MBC Forum Series – ASCO 2025 Updates

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Dana-Farber Cancer Institute @danafarber.bsky.social · Jul 15

Inflammatory breast cancer, a rare and aggressive form of breast cancer, didn’t stop scuba diver Stephanie Lafontaine from pursuing her passions.

Learn more about her story: bit.ly/3FYdF8I

Still Swimming with Sharks after Inflammatory Breast Cancer

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

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Dana-Farber’s Breast Oncology Center @dfcibreastonc.bsky.social · Jul 15

Join Paolo Tarantino, MD, to learn about updates on treatment and research for metastatic breast cancer from the 2025 American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Conference.

July 30, 2025 | 1 – 2 p.m. ET

Register today: dfci.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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Dana-Farber’s Breast Oncology Center @dfcibreastonc.bsky.social · Jul 10

Find strength through shared support this July 💙
@danafarber.bsky.social’s virtual support groups and educational programs offer a safe space for patients and families to connect.

📷 For more information call: 617-632-3301 or visit: dana-farber.org/patient-fami...

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Dana-Farber’s Breast Oncology Center @dfcibreastonc.bsky.social · Jul 8

Whether you’re spiritual, religious, or simply in need of emotional support, @DanaFarber's Center for Spiritual Care is here for you. Join a support group, speak with a chaplain, or visit a quiet reflection space. #CancerSupport #SpiritualCancerCare #FaithandCancer

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Dana-Farber Cancer Institute @danafarber.bsky.social · Jun 25

With a unanimous approval from @planning.boston.gov, we’re excited to be taking cancer treatment to a new level by creating New England’s only freestanding inpatient hospital dedicated 100% to cancer in clinical collaboration with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. Learn more: bit.ly/3ZLSFJg

Our Vision for the Future of Cancer Care | Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

Dana-Farber's future cancer hospital and clinical collaboration with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center will enable unparalleled momentum in the development of new cancer therapies and care that will enable better patient experiences and outcomes. The hospital will be the only dedicated inpatient cancer hospital in New England, with exclusive focus on the unique needs of cancer patients and their families.

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Dana-Farber’s Breast Oncology Center @dfcibreastonc.bsky.social · Jun 20

Join us via Zoom for the Older Adults with Breast Cancer Program’s virtual Coffee Hour! A supportive space for adults 65+ in #BreastCancer care. Connect, share, and find community.
Register: redcap.partners.org/redcap/surve...

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Dana-Farber’s Breast Oncology Center @dfcibreastonc.bsky.social · Jun 16

@dfcibreastonc.bsky.social and the TBCRC are leading the #ETHANstudy, which evaluates endocrine therapies to identify the best treatment for men with ER+/HER2- breast cancer prior to surgery. #MaleBreastCancer
For more information call 877-338-7425 or visit:
www.dana-farber.org/clinical-tri...

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Dana-Farber’s Breast Oncology Center @dfcibreastonc.bsky.social · Jun 16

Join us 6/24 via Zoom for OABC’s Lunch & Learn: Understanding Medical Cannabis in Cancer Care with Dr. Ilana Braun. Learn about new research, ASCO guidelines & current practices. Register today:
dfci.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

Dana-Farber’s Breast Oncology Center @dfcibreastonc.bsky.social · Jun 13

Still time to register for Breast Cancer: New Horizons, Current Controversies at @harvardmed.bsky.social. A 2-day course with expert insights on disease mechanisms, diagnosis, treatment advances & survivor care.
cmecatalog.hms.harvard.edu/breast-cance...

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Dana-Farber’s Breast Oncology Center @dfcibreastonc.bsky.social · Jun 13

Join us via Zoom for the Older Adults with Breast Cancer Program’s virtual Coffee Hour! This is a supportive space for older adults (+65 yrs) receiving #BreastCancer care @danafarber.bsky.social Connect with others, share experiences and find community.

Register: redcap.partners.org/redcap/surve...

Dana-Farber’s Breast Oncology Center @dfcibreastonc.bsky.social · Jun 12

@dfcibreastonc.bsky.social is leading the ADEPT study, examining the non-chemotherapy combination of HER2-directed therapy (trastuzumab and pertuzumab) + hormonal therapy as a treatment after surgery for early HR+/HER2+ #BreastCancer. Call 877-338-7425 or visit:
www.dana-farber.org/clinical-tri...

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Dana-Farber’s Breast Oncology Center @dfcibreastonc.bsky.social · Jun 12

Dr. Sara Tolaney @stolaney1.bsky.social shares key take-aways from #ASCO25. #BreastCancer #SERENA6 #MBC #MetasticBreastCancer Watch the video here:
touchoncology.com?p=138380&pos...

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Dana-Farber’s Breast Oncology Center @dfcibreastonc.bsky.social · Jun 9

Check out the newest #BreastCancer Research Digest - a summary of last week’s publications from select high-impact journals (June 1st-6th, 2025). #ClinicalResearch #CancerTreatment #BCSM #BreastCancerResearch

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Dana-Farber’s Breast Oncology Center @dfcibreastonc.bsky.social · Jun 4

Register for the #HarvardBreastCourse!
The 2-day course will cover mechanisms of disease, improvements in diagnostic methods, treatment innovations, and management of #BreastCancer survivors
cmecatalog.hms.harvard.edu/breast-cance...

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Dana-Farber’s Breast Oncology Center @dfcibreastonc.bsky.social · May 13

Join the Young and Strong Program for Young Adults with #BreastCancer and the Young Adult Program for an in-person dinner and discussion about dating as a young adult diagnosed with cancer or a blood disorder. youngandstrong.dana-farber.org/upcoming-eve...

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Dana-Farber’s Breast Oncology Center @dfcibreastonc.bsky.social · May 20

Join us via Zoom on 6/24 for OABC’s Lunch & Learn Educational Series: Understanding the Role of Medical Cannabis in Cancer Care with psychiatrist, Ilana Braun, MD.
dfci.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

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