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CURE’s brain cancer page features the latest cancer news and updates on brain cancer Through articles, videos, podcasts, and more, CURE brings readers the insights of experts, cancer survivors, patients, and advocates to ensure everyone is up to date in brain cancer.

Cancer or Not, Embrace Our Bodies

October 16th 2017, 6:45am

Article

Those of us who have suffered often fear what can go wrong with them. But the more we know our bodies, the more we can love them and ourselves.

Breaking Down Misconceptions About Glioblastoma

October 13th 2017, 8:30pm

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David Reardon, M.D., clinical director at the Center for Neuro-oncology at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, breaks down a common misconception that many people have about glioblastoma (GBM).

Cancer Survivors Face Challenges and Must Find Solutions

October 4th 2017, 7:18am

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Both oncologists and primary care physicians do not provide adequate care to fully address cancer survivorship needs. Learn about why and solutions for people in their cancer journey.

Advice for Newly Diagnosed Patients With GBM

September 27th 2017, 9:00pm

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David Reardon, M.D., clinical director at the Center for Neuro-oncology at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, offers advice for patients who have recently been diagnosed with glioblastoma (GBM).

Zika Virus Explored for Brain Cancer Treatment

September 19th 2017, 7:08pm

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In early 2015, Zika outbreaks caused widespread panic in many parts of North and South America. However, now researchers are exploring the possibility of putting the virus to good use: fighting glioblastoma multiforme (GBM), the most deadly type of brain cancer.

First Biosimilar to Treat Cancer Gets FDA Approval

September 14th 2017, 10:54pm

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The Food and Drug Administration approved the first ever biosimilar to treat a variety of cancers.

Survivor's Dread: Prepping for an MRI

September 11th 2017, 5:38am

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Every six months, I get an MRI to check for recurrence or growth of my brain tumor. This is one of those times. To prepare for tomorrow, I try to remember not to forgo today.

Study Tests Several Glioblastoma Treatments Side by Side

September 8th 2017, 11:28pm

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A phase 2 trial – which is still enrolling patients – is investigating multiple targeted agents for the treatment of patients with glioblastoma (GBM).

When You Move, Your Brain Tumor Comes With You

August 23rd 2017, 9:28am

Article

Moving with a health problem comes with the logistical challenge of finding resources in a new place which is a task conquered through patience, kindness and a lot of organization.

Glioblastoma Vaccine to Be Tested as Orphan Drug, Easing Clinical Trials Process

August 19th 2017, 1:30am

Article

The designation recognizes that the vaccine, an immunotherapy called SurVaxM, would treat a rare disease, defined as one that affects a patient population of less than 200,000 Americans. However, because it acts on a protein that appears in 80 percent of cancers generally, SurVaxM may have wider applications.