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Tips For Talking To Someone About A Brain Tumour Diagnosis
Talking to someone facing a major health issue can be a difficult prospect. Here are some suggestions on how to talk to someone about a brain tumour diagnosis.
Welsh Actor Craig Russell Speaks About Brain Tumour Surgery
The Welsh actor Craig Russell has recently spoken about his experience of being diagnosed with a brain tumour in February and his surgery and recovery process.
Brain Tumour Researchers Welcome Faster Diagnostic Tests
The Brain Tumour Charity has welcomed the NHS initiative to work to a 10 day turnaround to deliver the results of urgent cancer diagnostic tests to patients.
London Marathon Runners Raise Awareness Of Brain Rumours
Running the London Marathon is a huge personal achievement. Stefan Gilford from Weymouth took part after receiving acoustic neuroma treatment in March 2022.
Petition Launched To Ring Fence Brain Tumour Funding
The Charity Brain Tumour Research has launched a petition to call on the government to ring-fence £110m of current and future funding for brain tumour research.
Can Diet And Lifestyle Help To Manage Brain Tumour Symptoms?
The symptoms and the treatment process of a brain tumour can take a heavy toll on the body. However, it can be helpful to take some steps to manage your diet.
Case Study – Ms Nishat
Ms Khanum Nishat Marzia was first diagnosed with a meningioma in her home country of Pakistan, back in 2012. A prominent educationist in Pakistan, Ms Nishat Marzia has dedicated her whole life to serving others by pioneering high quality education…
Footballer Speaks Out About Rare Brain Tumour Diagnosis
A 23 year old footballer from County Down in Northern Ireland has spoken about his experience of being diagnosed with a rare oligodendroglioma brain tumour.
Parliamentary Group Publishes Report on Brain Tumour Funding
An All-Party Parliamentary Group has published a critical report on how the government can support brain tumour research in the UK after a two-year inquiry.
Practical Tips To Feel Better Supported In A Caregiving Role
Caring for someone with a brain tumour diagnosis can be mentally, emotionally and physically challenging, and it is important to access the right support.
What is Gamma Knife® and how does it work?
Gamma Knife® is a system of highly accurate, focused delivery of radiotherapy, performed during a day visit, for a number of benign and malignant brain tumours, among other indications.
Shining A Light On Brain Tumour Awareness Month This March
March is Brain Tumour Awareness month, to help remember those affected by this challenging condition and to help more people recognise their symptoms early on.
What Happens When You Receive Radiotherapy Treatment?
Radiotherapy is used to treat different types of cancer. There are several ways to receive treatment, each depending on the type and size of cancer you have
Novartis joins in Cancer Research UK’s rare cancers study
The pharmaceutical company Novartis has joined the charity Cancer Research UK's DETERMINE trial to see if current cancer treatments could be applied to patients with rarer forms of cancer.
From Brain Tumour Patient To Neuro Nurse Hero: Kate’s Story
The story of Kate Baker, who went from being a brain tumour patient to a career as a neuro nurse, is inspiring for anyone affected by the health condition.
January 11 Awareness Raising Day For Less Survivable Cancers
The Less Survivable Cancers Awareness Day took place on the 11 January. The aim is to raise awareness of the symptoms of brain tumours and other rare cancers.
mRNA Technology To Provide Personalised Cancer Treatment
The UK government and BioNTech have announced a partnership that will forefront messenger-ribonucleic-acid technology (mRNA) cancer vaccine research in the UK.
Algorithm Could Help Detect The Men At Highest Prostate Cancer Risk
Treatment at a radiotherapy centre can help men with prostate cancer, but a new algorithm may help ensure men at high risk are identified to aid early diagnosis and increase survival rates.
Vaccine-Style Taskforce To Tackle Cancer
The UK government has announced a Covid vaccine style taskforce to tackle cancer and other serious health conditions. New cancer treatments will see an extra £22.5 million of funding.
Cancer Survival Rates ‘Will Double’ In Next Decade
Advances in cancer treatments mean that survival rates have the potential to double in the next 10 years, according to the Institute of Cancer Research (ICR).
Award For Teen Cricketer Who Battled Brain Tumour
The courage of a teenage cricketer who has battled a brain tumour was recognised with an award at the AO Arena in Manchester.
TV Presenter Jonnie Irwin Has Metastatic Brain Cancer
The TV presenter Jonnie Irwin has revealed that he has terminal lung cancer which has spread to his brain.
How Are Biomarkers Use During A Brain Cancer Diagnosis?
One term that new cancer patients may encounter is ‘biomarker.’ Here’s a look at what they are, and how they are used in the case of a brain tumour diagnosis.