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Advocate Pushes for Improved Quality of Life and Increased Research Funding A busy working mom, Jyothi was no stranger to shuttling her two boys around for school and extracurricular activities. Her youngest son, Nitin, began complaining of headaches after playing tennis and also started to experience difficulties blowing to play his clarinet. A pediatrician suggested a CT scan to rule out anything more serious. “It was […] January 31, 2023

Caring for the Caregiver: 9 Ways You Can Support a Care Partner of a Patient with a Brain Tumor An estimated 700,000 Americans are living with a primary brain tumor in 2022. For each patient with a brain tumor, at least one loved one may provide support as a care partner. Unpaid caregivers have a plethora of responsibilities to help care for a family member or friend throughout their brain tumor experience, in addition […] November 23, 2022

Guest Blog: What I Learned as a Caregiver to a Brain Tumor Patient The role of a caregiver is extremely difficult to play but it’s also crucial. Unfortunately, it is often overlooked. Living with and caring for a brain tumor patient can be an incredibly emotional experience for both the caregiver as well as the patient. From handling a rollercoaster of emotions and frequent confusion, during diagnosis, to preparing for […] April 12, 2017