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Neuropathy and Chemo Brain: The Lasting Effects of One Nurse-Turned-Patient's Road to Recovery

June 28th 2017, 5:17pm

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Anne Llewellyn knows how to be a good nurse. For nearly 40 years, she took care of others in the Emergency Department and Respiratory Intensive Care. Her perspective of the health care industry changed a bit after she became the patient. Diagnosed with a central nervous system brain tumor in November 2014, Llewellyn had to become her own advocate, along with the help of her husband.

Caring With Confidence: Study Examines Caregiver Mastery and Patient Survival in GBM

June 22nd 2017, 6:05pm

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A recent study found that the level of family caregiver mastery may have an effect on the survival of patients with glioblastoma.

Looking Ahead: Combination Offers New Hope For Glioblastoma

June 20th 2017, 11:13pm

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A drug combination is showing promise in mouse models and may lead to a new treatment option for patients with glioblastoma.

What's Next for Brain Cancer Treatment?

May 30th 2017, 9:02pm

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Experts from the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute discuss upcoming advances in the field of brain cancer treatment and research.

Higher Blood Sugar May Mean Lower Risk of Brain Cancer

May 24th 2017, 8:04pm

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While other cancers seem to occur more frequently in people with high blood sugar, that is not the case for brain cancer, according to a recent study.

Redefining Strength for the Trauma Sufferer

May 17th 2017, 6:27am

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There are so many ideas of what it is to be strong, but what if strength lies in being honest, being vulnerable and being ourselves?

10 Essential Facts About Brain Tumor Awareness Month From a 19-Year Survivor

May 15th 2017, 7:27pm

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Learn about National Brain Tumor Awareness Month, featuring clear brain tumor facts and the need for brain tumor research, from a 19-year brain tumor survivor.

Clinical Trial to Offer Insight Into Newly Diagnosed Patients With Glioblastoma

April 18th 2017, 10:33pm

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Glioblastomas are difficult to treat, but researchers are hopeful that clinical trials will lead to new developments.

15-Year Malignant Brain Tumor Survivor Defies the Odds, Vows to Improve Quality of Life for Others

April 14th 2017, 7:45pm

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Malignant tumors of the brain or spinal cord represent about 1 percent of all cancers. Michael Feuerstein, Ph.D., M.P.H., is among that small percentage.

Tumor Treating Fields Improve Survival in Glioblastoma

April 5th 2017, 7:01pm

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Patients with glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) saw a 37 percent reduced risk of death and increased overall survival (OS) when treated with tumor treating fields (TTFields), according to a landmark analysis of the findings from the EF-14 trial.