Dana-Farber in the News
2004
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Melanoma discovery WHDH 7 (1:45)
David E. Fisher, MD, PhD, discusses his recent findings that could possibly
lead to new treatments for melanoma. (Dec. 21, 2004)
Traveling Trophy WB56 News (1:12)
Red Sox pitching hero Tim Wakefield brings the World Series trophy to show off
to Dana-Farber pediatric and adult patients. (Dec. 21, 2004)
Why we turn gray WHDH 7 (1:28)
David E. Fisher, MD, PhD, discusses the recent discovery of the cellular cause
of graying hair while his lab was investigating the origins of malignant
melanoma. (Dec. 20, 2004)
Genetic test for breast cancer patients ABC World News Tonight (2:28)
Eric Winer, MD, discusses a new genetic test that may help determine whether or
not a breast cancer patient requires chemotherapy. (Dec 10, 2004)
New breast cancer test NBC Nightly News (2:24)
Eric Winer, MD, is interviewed for a story on a new breast cancer test that is
helping some patients choose their course of treatment. (Dec. 10, 2004)
Ovarian cancer study CNN (4:22)
Ursula Matulonis, MD, discusses a study that weighs the benefits of additional
surgery for ovarian cancer patients. (Dec. 9, 2004)
Dedicated donor WB56 News (1:55)
Dana-Farber platelet donor Diane Barter is profiled in this story about the
importance of platelet donation and the impact it has on the lives of cancer
patients. (Dec. 2, 2004)
Thyroid cancer and the Chief Justice NBC Nightly News (2:15)
Marshall Posner, MD, comments on thyroid cancer in a story about Chief Justice
William Rehnquist and his battle with the disease. (Oct. 25, 2004)
Young women and breast cancer The Early Show (5:39)
Ann Partridge, MD, MPH, is interviewd for this feature story on breast cancer in younger women. (Oct. 28, 2004)
Great Chefs Chronicle (2:45)
Great Chefs Cooking for Great Friends, a cookbook produced by the Friends of
Dana-Farber that includes recipes from some of Boston's finest chefs, is
featured on Chronicle.
Bringing down the house WCVB-TV 5 (2:03)
Jimmy Fund Clinic patient Jordan Leandre, 4, delivered a moving moment at
Fenway on Aug. 29 and, in the process, became the youngest person to sing the
national anthem in the park's 92-year history.
Oral cancers sometimes go undetected WCVB-TV 5 (2:41)
Marshall Posner, MD, discusses head and neck cancer and how people can reduce
their risk of developing it. (July 30, 2004)
Young women and breast cancer Today Show (4:47)
Ann Partridge, MD, comments on why breast cancer can be misdiagnosed in younger women. (May 12, 2004)
Iressa helps lung cancer patients with genetic mutation NBC Nightly News (2:26)
Bruce Johnson, MD, explains study findings that show why some lung cancer
patients benefit from taking Iressa. (April 29, 2004)
Donating blood platelets WCVB-TV 5 (3:53)
The Kraft Family Blood Donor Center and some platelet donors are featured
on "Chronicle." (April 16, 2004)
Minorities and colon cancer Today Show (7:06)
Robert Mayer, MD, discusses a new program at Dana-Farber to raise awareness
among African Americans. (March 30, 2004)
