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When Science Fiction is Just Science Galactic warfare. Robot sidekicks. Time machines. The “Sci-Fi” genre – made famous by the likes of Star Wars, The Terminator, and Dune – has been a staple of American pop culture since the early 20th century.  Beyond epic space battles and advanced civilizations, there’s also a significant corner of science fiction that explores futuristic medical […] July 7, 2025

New Grants Aim to Improve Quality of Life for Patients with Brain Tumors and Their Caregivers  Today, the National Brain Tumor Society (NBTS) is announcing its first-ever Quality of Life Research grants, part of a concerted new program aimed at improving the lives of those facing brain tumors, both patients and their caregivers. The new grants, supported in part by Stachestrong, will fund two projects, each for $200,000 over two years. […] March 17, 2025

How Biomarker Testing Changed Everything for a Patient With Brainstem Glioma When Ben S-L. misjudged a corner and walked straight into a wall at work, he realized something wasn’t right. This incident, combined with his increasing headaches and a numb tongue, led Ben to see a neurologist and demand an MRI. Two weeks before turning 32, doctors diagnosed Ben with an inoperable high-grade brainstem glioma. Ben […] March 4, 2025

7 Tips to Manage Physical Fatigue as a Person Living With a Brain Tumor Fatigue is one of the most common and debilitating challenges faced by people with brain tumors. Unlike ordinary tiredness, this type of fatigue can be relentless and impact every aspect of daily life. Understanding fatigue and learning how to manage it is key to improving quality of life for patients and their caregivers. What is […] January 30, 2025

Unlocking Better Outcomes: Melissa’s Advocacy for Biomarker Testing and Brain Cancer Research Last month, Melissa F. and her partner Jess E. arrived bright and early to help set up for the Race for Hope Greater Philadelphia, an event that has become deeply personal to them both. For Melissa, it’s a way to give back to the community that has supported them since Jess’s brain tumor recurrence in […] November 8, 2024