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We’re excited to share that Jane Moran has been named a 2026 Tech Power Player by Boston Globe Media. This recognition reflects the innovation, leadership and impact she continues to drive at Mass General Brigham as chief information and digital officer. Learn more about Jane and the full Tech Power Players list at http://spklr.io/6040E3zbE.

For years, Johanne Yordan’s headaches were dismissed as migraines. She knew something wasn’t right and kept pushing for answers. When imaging revealed a slow-growing lesion on her brain, she sought a second opinion. Johanne met with Neurosurgeon Omar Arnaout, MD, at Brigham and Women's Hospital, and together they decided on surgery to remove it. Her care team brought together specialists from across Mass General Brigham, including Alan Workman, MD, an ENT surgeon at Massachusetts Eye and Ear. As an artist, Johanne shared what mattered most to her: painting and playing instruments, like the drums and ukulele. Her care team took the time to understand who she was beyond her diagnosis, even exploring her work to better support her. That’s when she knew she was in the right place. "Every person that took care of me from start to finish was wonderful," she says. After surgery, she steadily rebuilt her strength alongside her husband, walking first around the hospital floor then through Boston. Today, Johanne continues routine follow-up care and remains closely connected to her care team. Her experience also shaped her art, which is now inspired by the city that cared for her. “Learn to listen to yourself, do your research and ask questions,” says Johanne. "I am so grateful for Mass General Brigham."

Recently, the senior cohort of Mass General Brigham Youth Programs marked the end of their high school program with a graduation celebration. Their years of hard work culminated with speeches from our Chief Community Health and Health Equity Officer Elsie Taveras MD, MPH; Program Director Debora Guimaraes; as well as current and past Youth Programs participants. The senior cohort has a 100% high school graduation rate, with all students embarking on higher education opportunities this coming fall. Please join us in congratulating our seniors on this momentous achievement!

A routine chest scan performed by her cardiologist at Massachusetts General Hospital saved Vicky Titcomb’s life. The scan revealed pancreatic cancer before she had any symptoms, making it possible for her to receive the most effective treatment. In addition to chemotherapy and radiation, Vicky underwent a robotic Whipple procedure and received advanced care from a multidisciplinary team at the Mass General Brigham Cancer Institute. “Everyone showed up for me, every day,” she says of her care team. Today, Vicky is back to running her family’s bookshop, playing with her grandson and looking ahead with hope.

Pancreatic cancer expert Harsh Singh, MBBS, discusses a new and promising therapy for this notoriously difficult-to-treat disease. As he tells CBS News, the drug, which targets the cancer-causing gene KRAS, produced survival rates that were nearly twice as high as those seen in patients receiving chemotherapy. http://spklr.io/6042E3ybm

Jennifer Smith, EdD, works closely on the partnership between Mass General Brigham and the Edward M. Kennedy Academy for Health Careers. Through this collaboration, the Edward M. Kennedy Academy has become a model for expanding access to hands-on training and mentorship for Boston Public Schools students interested in healthcare careers. The program opens doors for students, providing pathways and opportunities to stay within the Mass General Brigham system after graduation.

Today is National Cancer Survivors Day, a time to #CelebrateLife and acknowledge the resilience, strength and courage of those who have been affected by cancer. #NCSD2026 Pictured here are a few of our patients who've shared their stories with us.

Adam Howitt and his wife, Melissa, were going about their everyday lives with their two sets of twins when Adam began noticing subtle changes just before he turned 50. At first, he couldn't tie his tie. Then he started having difficulty with his handwriting and word recall. After expressing his concerns to his primary care doctor, he was referred to neurologist Monroe Butler, MD, PhD, at Mass General Brigham. Adam was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease (AD) and began receiving lecanemab, an antibody that targets beta amyloid plaques in the brain. The treatment includes hour-long infusions every other week for at least a year. Since going on lecanemab, Adam has seen the progression of the disease slow down. "I'm hopeful that this first step is going to be quickly followed by more breakthroughs in the AD space," says Dr. Butler. Today, Adam’s optimism, combined with his response to treatment, has allowed him and his family to travel, including a recent trip to Paris. #ENDALZ #EndAlzheimers

According to Wai-Ying Wendy Yau, MD, a neurologist in the Memory Division, some everyday habits can impact brain health earlier than many people realize. Dr. Yau explains the research behind these habits and shares practical steps you can take to help reduce your risk of cognitive decline and support long-term brain health. Learn more: http://spklr.io/6046EM0wu

Mass General Brigham’s Foxborough locations will close to patients and the public on all game days for the international soccer matches at Gillette Stadium, with the first game on June 13. These facilities will be inaccessible due to security restrictions and significant traffic in the area. This includes the Brigham and Women's Urgent Care at 20 Patriot Place. Visit our website for the full list of dates and schedule changes: http://spklr.io/6046EMaMI