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What to Expect Before and After Brain Surgery For a patient with a brain tumor, undergoing surgery is often a significant step in the treatment process. The specific experience can vary depending on the type, size, and location of the tumor as well as the overall health of the patient.  Questions to Ask Before Surgery National Brain Tumor Society created a list of […] August 15, 2023

Advance Care Planning 101: Important Documents In the first two parts of the National Brain Tumor Society’s series on advance care planning, you learned about finalizing your advance directive and determining your health care proxy. When prioritizing advance care planning, it’s essential to gather all important documents to ensure your affairs are in order.  While this can be overwhelming upon diagnosis, […] July 31, 2023

Five Years of Glioblastoma Awareness Day: Five Advancements & Five Challenges The establishment of a national Glioblastoma (GBM) Awareness Day has, in many ways, driven significant progress for the GBM and entire brain tumor community. This year as we recognize the fifth annual Glioblastoma Awareness Day, it’s important that we take stock of these accomplishments, which have only been achievable through the dedicated advocacy and efforts […] July 20, 2023

Play Hurt: Family Mantra Inspires Fundraiser After Glioblastoma Diagnosis As a former football player who spent six seasons in the NFL, Brad White knew firsthand the importance of a strong work ethic and playing through pain. His grit and tenacity extended well beyond the playing field into his post-football career. When Brad was diagnosed with glioblastoma (GBM) in July 2021, he tackled his diagnosis […] July 17, 2023

Brain Tissue Donation Explained: Answers to Frequently Asked Questions Unlocking the mysteries of the human brain and advancing medical research relies on the generosity of individuals who choose to donate their brain tissue. While many are familiar with organ donation or donating one’s body to science, the concept of brain tissue donation remains relatively unknown. “After 19 months of living with glioblastoma, recurrence, metastasis […] June 26, 2023