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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.

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

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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

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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.

Defeat GBM Research Collaborative Is Searching for Treatment Breakthroughs

August 10th 2017, 10:47pm

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The Defeat GBM Research Collaborative is an effort based around three broad ideas: five years, $10 million and a question.

The Present and Future of Cancer Survivorship

July 26th 2017, 10:03pm

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A 15-year brain tumor survivor offers advice and talks about advances since his diagnosis.

Trying the "Kitchen Sink" to treat Brain Cancer

July 24th 2017, 5:56pm

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There are a number of treatment methods being explored to treat glioblastoma.

Hope Comes in Many Forms for Patients With Cancer

July 22nd 2017, 2:38am

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For many with glioblastoma, there’s no clear path after standard therapy, but scientists are exploring an array of new options.

Senator John McCain Diagnosed With Glioblastoma

July 20th 2017, 7:57pm

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Senator John McCain was diagnosed with an aggressive glioblastoma after going to the Mayo Clinic for a routine exam.

Ketogenic Diet May Affect Glioma Outcomes

July 12th 2017, 6:54pm

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A patient's diet may have a great impact on their brain cancer outcomes, according to a recent review.