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My dad, John Cassidy, was diagnosed with a brain tumor—and just like that, our lives were turned upside down. But even in the face of fear and uncertainty, my father
When Djakarta was told her breast cancer had spread to her brain, she felt like the ground had disappeared beneath her. She had just finished treatment for her primary cancer.
When someone is diagnosed with a brain tumor, it’s normal to feel overwhelmed. But treatment isn’t just about medicine. At the 2024 ABTA National Conference, Dr. Roy Strowd, a neuro-oncologist
Learn how to protect your emotional health as a caregiver for someone with a brain tumor. Get expert advice and actionable self-care strategies. When someone you love is diagnosed with
A brain tumor diagnosis is more than just a medical challenge — it’s an emotional and mental one too. It can change how you think, feel, and interact with the
Scanxiety is the emotional stress and fear that can occur: For many, it brings sleepless nights, racing thoughts, or a fear of the unknown. Even routine follow-up scans can be
A brain tumor recurrence is one of the most feared possibilities for patients and caregivers alike. While no one can predict exactly if or when a tumor may return, there
The “Laugh Your Brains Out” Comedy Show, organized in memory of Jenny Williams, a passionate humor enthusiast and fierce brain tumor advocate, brought together comedians, friends, family and comedy lovers
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