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Monthly Archives: June 2025

Optimizing shared decision-making for risk-reducing mastectomy in women with Li–Fraumeni syndrome using patient-reported outcome measures

Li-Fraumeni syndrome (LFS) researchers in Brazil studied factors in determining quality of life issues for women living with LFS who consider risk-reducing mastectomies – one of the few available options to reduce cancer risks in women beyond surveillance.  When reviewing this study, keep in mind that the majority of participants in the study carry the

Attention Young Adults between 18-29 living in the US of A!

Would you like to participate in a research study at the National Cancer Institute that is developing a mental health resource for young adults with Li-Fraumeni syndrome? Participants will receive a $150 electronic gift card for their participation. Check out this link to see if you are eligible: https://bit.ly/YA-MSC-Study. Scan the QR code or contact

By |2025-06-03T13:27:00-04:00June 3rd, 2025|LFS News, Study|0 Comments

LFSA Co-Founder Debbie Soprano Honored by Boston Children’s Hospital

The Li-Fraumeni Syndrome Association (LFSA) is proud to announce that Co-Founder and Board Member Debbie Soprano has been recognized with the 2025 Employee Community Volunteer Award from Boston Children’s Hospital. The award honors Debbie's outstanding commitment to volunteerism through her work with LFSA, where she currently serves as Marketing and Development Chair. Soprano, who

By |2025-06-02T16:59:31-04:00June 2nd, 2025|LFS News|0 Comments

Annual Whole-Body Imaging Contributes to Early Cancer Detection in Patients With Li-Fraumeni Syndrome

Researchers at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute concluded that annual whole-body MRIs contribute substantially to detection of asymptomatic localized cancers among individuals with Li-Fraumeni syndrome (LFS).  Though interval cancers remain common, Dr. Asaf Maoz, the author of the study, stated that a whole-body MRI serves as a crucial test modality for individuals with LFS that should

By |2025-06-03T13:57:14-04:00June 2nd, 2025|LFS News|0 Comments
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