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Benign is Not “Fine”: Common Misconceptions About Noncancerous Brain Tumors Each year, more than 67,000 Americans will be diagnosed with a benign (non-malignant) brain tumor. Often, when people hear the words “benign brain tumor,” their immediate reaction may be relief that “at least it’s not cancer,” assuming that a benign tumor means no severe symptoms and no lasting impact. But for those living with a […] February 19, 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

Q&A with a Pathologist (Part Two): Keith Ligon, MD, PhD The team at the National Brain Tumor Society interviewed Keith Ligon, MD, PhD, in part one of our series to help explain pathology and biomarker testing as part of NBTS’s MyTumorID campaign. NBTS launched the MyTumorID campaign this year to educate and empower patients and care partners to make informed decisions about biomarker testing and clinical […] October 7, 2024

Tattoo Therapy: Stories of Getting Inked After a Brain Tumor Diagnosis Tattoos often carry deep personal meaning, and for people living with brain tumors, they can serve as powerful symbols of strength and resilience. In this post, we’re sharing 15 stories from members of the brain tumor community about their tattoos — their significance, the emotions behind them, and the journeys they represent. Whether it’s a […] October 3, 2024

Parenting with a Brain Tumor: Practical Tips for Families Upon learning they have a brain tumor, many patients worry about how they’re going to tell their kids and what the news means for their family. As treatment begins and later ends, other parenting challenges begin to emerge. Co-parents, too, find themselves trying to balance caregiving, parenting, and managing their own emotional well-being. This blog […] July 25, 2024