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Pioneering a ‘Staple’ Approach for Treating the Coronavirus (COVID-19)

by Dana-Farber Staff

The wolf at the door is a harmless annoyance compared to the wolf in the house. However dangerous the novel coronavirus is as an infectious agent, it can’t do any…

Categories COVID-19, Health Topics

Researchers Identify Antibodies That Could Work Against Coronavirus

by Dana-Farber Staff

Dana-Farber researchers, with colleagues at Columbia University and the National Institutes of Health, have identified a diverse set of antibodies that effectively neutralize the coronavirus responsible for COVID-19, a key…

Categories COVID-19, Dana-Farber Research, Research

Dana-Farber Patient Recovering Well After Cancer and the Coronavirus

by Dana-Farber Staff

Pam Dobay is a warrior. In the last three years, the 67-year-old has dealt with a cancer diagnosis and stem cell transplant before recently contracting the coronavirus. None of it…

Categories Blood disorders, COVID-19, Patient Stories, Adult

Childhood Cancer Patients and the Coronavirus: Common Questions Answered

by Dana-Farber Staff

How does a person get coronavirus?  Coronavirus is spread primarily by exposure to respiratory droplets that are generated when an infected individual coughs or sneezes. If these droplets come in contact…

Categories Childhood, COVID-19, Health Topics

What are the Symptoms of the Coronavirus (COVID-19)?

by Dana-Farber Staff

The coronavirus (COVID-19) is a respiratory virus that can be easily spread from person to person. COVID-19 spreads through an infected person’s small droplets that land on another person’s eyes,…

Categories COVID-19, General interest, Health Topics 1 Comment

Tips for Keeping Your Mind Healthy and Active in the Time of the Coronavirus (COVID-19)

by Dana-Farber Staff

The coronavirus pandemic has brought sweeping changes to many of our daily routines and social interactions. It’s important to remember that the emotions you feel during this time are normal,…

Categories Adult, COVID-19, Health Topics, Psychosocial Oncology 1 Comment

Grieving During the Coronavirus: Advice From a Clinical Psychologist

by Dana-Farber Staff

The coronavirus pandemic has upended our lives and routines in recent weeks, generating fear, uncertainty, and anxiety. Coping with this disruption — adjusting to staying home, working remotely, and distancing…

Categories Adult, COVID-19, Psychosocial Oncology

Institute Researchers Take Lead in Trials of Potential COVID-19 Therapies

by Dana-Farber Staff

…damage and respiratory distress caused by the coronavirus. The drug targets molecular pathways that are overactive in both Waldenström’s, where it affects the bone marrow, and the lungs of patients…

Categories COVID-19, Dana-Farber Research, Health Topics, Research

FAQs for Cancer Patients on the Coronavirus (COVID-19) [Fall 2023]

by Rob Levy

With COVID-19 continuing to be prevalent in fall 2023, it’s a good idea for patients with cancer and their caregivers to know the steps they can take to reduce their…

Categories COVID-19, General interest 15 Comments

mRNA Takes Center Stage in COVID-19 Vaccine and Cancer Research

by Dana-Farber Staff

…COVID-19 hold the genetic code for the spike protein that the coronavirus uses to attach to human cells. When a vaccinated person’s cells take up the mRNA, they begin producing…

Categories Dana-Farber Research, Research 4 Comments

Tips for Getting Through Isolation From a Cancer Survivor

by Dana-Farber Staff

When Rosemary Fischer gets calls from friends and family complaining about the challenges of staying home during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, she is always ready with a good-natured response. “Wait,…

Categories COVID-19, Health Topics, Patient Stories, Adult

An Ode to Community During Cancer and Coronavirus

by Dana-Farber Staff

My journey with cancer began in February 2015 at the age of 24. My primary care doctor felt a lump in my left breast and life suddenly shifted from working,…

Categories Breast cancer, COVID-19, Health Topics, Metastatic breast cancer

How to Fully Utilize Your Pantry Supplies

by Dana-Farber Staff

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), some grocery stores have been overwhelmed by people looking to stock up on supplies. Individuals are also increasingly encouraged to practice social distancing and self-quarantine….

Categories COVID-19, Diet and Nutrition, General interest, Integrative Therapies

Tips for Exercising at Home to Cope with Stress

by Dana-Farber Staff

…with cancer look to exercise to help them cope with the stress of their diagnosis and treatment.  In light of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, patients and their loved ones may…

Categories COVID-19, Health Topics, Integrative Therapies 1 Comment

How Cancer Researchers Are Working to Help Fight MERS Virus

by Dana-Farber

Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS), a viral respiratory illness has been in the news a lot lately. MERS, first detected in Saudia Arabia in 2012, is caused by a coronavirus…

Categories Cancer research

I’m A Cancer Patient. Is It Safe to Still Get Treatment During COVID-19?

by Dana-Farber Staff

…if you are experiencing any symptoms associated with COVID-19, you should report them right away. Even if you have a confirmed case of the coronavirus, there are measures in place…

Categories COVID-19, Health Topics 2 Comments

Dana-Farber Clinical Research Stays on Track During COVID-19

by Dana-Farber Staff

The resilience shown by cancer care providers during the coronavirus crisis is in equal supply among those involved in clinical research. The strict protocols associated with these studies — rules…

Categories COVID-19, Dana-Farber Research, Research

Should I Get Screened for Cancer During COVID-19?

by Dana-Farber Staff

Many people skipped or delayed routine cancer screening tests during the early months of the coronavirus pandemic. Medical providers say it’s now safe and prudent to schedule your appointments.  “If…

Categories COVID-19

What Researchers Need to Learn About COVID-19 — And How You Can Help

by Dana-Farber Staff

…(2002-2004) and MERS (2012-present) epidemics that people that have been infected with these two coronaviruses (CoVs) develop neutralizing antibodies to the spike protein. SARS-CoV-2 is coated with spike proteins that…

Categories Dana-Farber Research, Research

Inflammatory Breast Cancer Patient Aims to Spread the Word

by Dana-Farber Staff

…well as cancer, that led McGuirk to Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center. The Duxbury, Mass, native was living and working in Southern California when the coronavirus pandemic reached the United States…

Categories Breast cancer, Inflammatory breast cancer, Patient Stories, Adult
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