Mass General Cancer Center

08/28/2025

While Coney Flowers was battling leukemia at Mass General, she kept herself busy by writing a children’s book, called Dr. Hawk and Mr. Hare, inspired by her experience as a cancer patient and the care provided by her oncologist and friend, Hanno Hock, MD, PhD. “This book is my way of thanking my care team for all they do for their patients,” Coney says. “I’m giving them their much-deserved ‘flowers.’”

“While undergoing treatment, she created this whole world with drawings and stories. I’ve been in awe ever since,” says Dr. Hock. “The fact that she could compartmentalize so much—go through treatment and finish this book—is truly poetic. Some patients have asked me to sign copies. Coney is a superstar, and I feel blessed to share some of that glow.” http://spklr.io/6181BHHJX

08/21/2025

When a mysterious tumor upended her life, Dempsey Gibbons found the support she needed thanks to Mass General’s Adolescent and Young Adult Cancer Program. “As an adult with pediatric cancer, the AYA made me feel like I was part of a community, and the bonds I formed with the staff and the other patients are something I’ll never forget,” Dempsey says.

Now cancer-free, she is fundraising for the AYA program. “One of the great things about Mass General is that they have resources for AYA patients like me, but the number of cases is growing,” she says. “And that’s why I’m fundraising. Because the more support we can provide the team, the better they can make the experience for patients.” http://spklr.io/6181BGHcT

08/21/2025

08/19/2025

In its quest to offer hope for gastric cancer patients, Debbie’s Dream Foundation: Curing Stomach Cancer has provided a $250,000 research grant to Mass General to advance a groundbreaking study that addresses one of the disease’s toughest challenges. Founded by Debbie Zelman who lost her life to stomach cancer, the foundation set out to fund research into innovative, progressive and cutting-edge treatments for stomach cancer; raise awareness about the disease; and support stomach cancer patients, as well as their families and caregivers.

“This type of support from Debbie’s Dream enables us to do work that’s slightly more high risk, high reward,” Dr. Alexandra-Chloe Villani, PhD, says. “There’s so little known about what could be a potential target, and this funding allows us to be bolder in asking unbiased questions and going after nontraditional leads. We’re opening paths we didn’t even know were options before.” http://spklr.io/6187BG9fR

08/14/2025

Colorectal cancer is on the rise among younger adults. Aparna Parikh, MD, medical director of the Center for Young Adult Colorectal Cancer, discusses ways individuals can reduce their risk of colon cancer. Learn more:

Why is colorectal cancer rising in young adults? Learn about colorectal cancer causes, screening, symptoms, and prevention.

08/13/2025

Registration is open for the 2025 Mass General Brigham Eversource Cancer 5k Run-Walk! Join us on Sunday, September 14 for an inspiring morning along the Charles River Esplanade. Choose from a 5k run, 5k walk or 100-yard kids’ dash and enjoy family-friendly activities, Eversource Energy bucket truck rides and a delicious pancake breakfast provided by Four Seasons Hotel Boston. Use code AUGUST to save 50% off your registration fee—valid now through Sunday, August 17. With your support, we’ll continue to create a brighter future for patients with cancer and their families. http://spklr.io/6185BGDHN

08/12/2025

A Mass General Brigham study identifies ways to lower the risk of liver cancer for patients with Hepatitis B infection.

Limiting carcinogen exposure or taking a statin drug could lower liver inflammation and cancer risk associated with HBV infection.

08/06/2025

Lynn Gray-Meltzer, PT, DPT, and Steve Wechsler, PT, DPT, PhD, share their insights on the benefits of exercise during cancer treatment. http://spklr.io/6188B1oHy

08/01/2025

Christmas in July! Our patient, Erin Darcy, brought the holiday spirit to the Mass General Cancer Center 🎁. Thank you, Erin!

07/29/2025

We are pleased to share that Massachusetts General Hospital, a founding member of Mass General Brigham, has been recognized as one of the nation’s top five best cancer hospitals by U.S. News and World Report. A big thank you to all our physicians, nurses and staff who make a difference in our patients’ lives every day! http://spklr.io/6183B1651

07/28/2025

07/23/2025

Matthew Frigault, MD, inaugural incumbent of the John and Ashley Ranelli Endowed Scholar in Cancer Innovation at Massachusetts General Hospital, shares the innovative way cellular therapies work, and how we are uniquely positioned as an integrated system to lead the discovery and delivery of this novel treatment.