• Researchers uncover how breast cancer metastasizes
  For the first time, researchers at theMGH have identified a new way in which breast cancer cells metastasize to the lymph nodes and lungs. This discovery could lead to new methods to predict and prevent the spread of cancer cells from a primary tumor, believe the researchers. The report from the MGH Cutaneous Biology Research Center (CBRC) appears in the February issue of Nature Medicine.

• Rev. Bernice King brings love, lessons to the MGH
  Partners employees fortunate enough to find a seat in the packed O'Keeffe Auditorium Jan. 24 were treated to an hour of inspiration and a celebration of unity. A series of speakers addressed the importance of diversity within the Partners community, recognizing the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. The afternoon culminated with the rousing words of Rev. Bernice A. King, daughter of the late civil rights pioneer.

• Success through selflessness: MGHer recognized as Black Achiever
  Jacqueline S. Dejean, research financial manager in MGH Radiology, recently was named a Black Achiever by the YMCA of Greater Boston. Dejean received her award at the Recognition Awards Gala held Jan. 25 at the Boston Copley Marriott.

• A true hero: Off-duty MGHer helps crash victim
  MGH clinicians are trained to save lives every day, but one MGHer's skills were put to the test when she helped save a crash victim's life after leaving work Dec. 22.

• Celebrating the inaugural Bowditch Award
  The Nathaniel Bowditch Award was created to recognize those who have made significant contributions to improving quality care while reducing costs. This week, two members of the MGH received the honor at an event launching the new award.

• MGH doctor lends pediatric expertise to book
  Alia Antoon, MD, a physician with MassGeneral Hospital for Children and chief of Pediatrics at the Shriners Burns Hospital in Boston, has co-authored a book, "The Quick Reference Guide for Your Child's Health: Birth to Age Five," with Denise Tompkins, RN, a pediatric nurse specialist and former director of Patient Care Services at Shriners.

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