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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.

Lauren Hill Inspired Many With Her Bravery and Commitment to Brain Cancer Research

January 7th 2015, 12:39am

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Lauren Hill, a college basketball player diagnosed with a rare childhood brain tumor, brought attention to the disease and raised more than $1 million for DIPG research. Hill passed away on April 10.

When Someone You Love Has Brain Cancer

November 26th 2014, 9:05pm

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When caring for someone who has undergone brain surgery, practice patience and ask for support.

NORD Offers Information and Support for Patients of Rare Cancers

November 25th 2014, 2:57am

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NORD was founded in 1983 by parents of children with rare diseases. Over the past 30 years, it has become a powerful advocacy voice for all patients with rare diseases, including cancer.

Recovering from Brain Cancer Surgery Takes Time

November 25th 2014, 2:42am

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Patients who undergo surgery for brain cancer may need to be patient during recovery.

Vaccine Rindopepimut Shows Benefit in Compassionate Use Study

November 18th 2014, 8:56pm

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Investigational vaccine appears to help progression-free survival and overall survival in patients with a type of glioblastoma.

Immunotherapy's Potential in Neuro-Oncology

November 18th 2014, 1:29am

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Immunotherapy is coming of age not only in general oncology, but also in neuro-oncology.

Is Immunotherapy the Key to Treating Brain Cancer?

March 7th 2014, 11:00am

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Advances in immunotherapy are showing progress in treating brain cancer, especially glioblastoma.

Researchers and Advocates Work Together to Advance Glioblastoma Understanding and Treatment

December 2nd 2013, 11:00am

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Brain cancer researchers and advocates join resources to help tackle this rare and aggressive malignancy.

Combining Radiation and Chemotherapy May Improve Outcomes

March 13th 2013, 9:00am

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In the right cancer, radiation and chemotherapy can make a powerful duo.

When Cancer is Incurable

March 13th 2013, 9:00am

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Patients and families face difficult decisions when the prognosis is poor, but communication and an action plan may help.