COVID-19 Information
Ralph DeVitto
President & CEO, ABTA
Our brain tumor community is no stranger to navigating through the difficulties and uncertainty of life. And now, with COVID-19, our physical and emotional well-being is tested once again. Some members of our brain tumor community may be especially vulnerable to this virus, and while we must be extra careful to protect ourselves by staying home, I believe, there is no community better poised to persevere.
I want you to know that you are not alone. Your ABTA, your community, is here for you.
Today, and in the days ahead, I encourage you to reach out to the ABTA to assist you with whatever you need. I hope the information and resources below help you to navigate this challenging time.
-Ralph DeVitto, President & CEO, American Brain Tumor Association
ABTA Expert Webinars
COVID-19 & Brain Tumors
Learn about COVID-19, its impact on brain tumor patients, preventative actions and more from experts in the field.
ABTA Support Resources
Connections Community
The ABTA Connections Community is an online discussion community of 25,000 members. Discussion topics include COVID-19, primary brain tumors, metastatic brain tumors, and others.
Mentor Program
If you’re feeling lonely or overwhelmed, let the ABTA connect you with a trained patient or caregiver mentor who is eager to listen and provide support.
CareLine
For brain tumor information or resources, call our CareLine at 800-886-ABTA (2282) or email abtacares@abta.org.
Additional Resources
- CDC COVID-19 Webpage
- CDC: How to Protect Yourself
- CDC: What you Need to Know About Variants
- ASCO: COVID-19 Vaccines & Patients with Cancer
- Find a COVID-19 Vaccine Near You
- WHO: COVID-19 Myths
- Tips for Caregivers (Caregiver Action Network)
NCI: Cancer Clinical Trials during Coronavirus: Information for People with Cancer
Questions
Email us with your COVID-19 questions, and the ABTA will respond. Email: abtacares@abta.org.
