Category: Blog post

Laura Hobbs lost her 72-year-old dad to an aggressive brain tumour just 25 days after having symptoms the family originally thought were a reaction to the Covid vaccination.

Keen to help others, Millie has shared advice and tips for other young people, who may be growing up with a parent who has a brain tumour diagnosis.

Rhys Holmes, 31 from Newport in South Wales, spent his childhood dreaming of playing football before his young hopes were dashed when he started having symptoms of what would be diagnosed as a brain tumour.

My marathon journey has been a bit of a whirlwind. I lost my husband to this cruel disease in April last year after a courageous 17 month battle.

Well I have just got back from my best run yet! It wasn’t my longest or fastest but definitely one that I will remember.

Each year, our inspiring supporters come together to take part in The Twilight Walk in unique ways and for many different reasons.

If you want to get off the fundraising start line, boost your total higher, or push yourself to raise even more for a cure then our dedicated community are here to help.

In preparation for Mental Health Awareness Week 2019, we’ve pulled together six top tips for looking after your mental health that are perfect for anybody affected by a brain tumour.

The Charity’s corporate partnerships officer Steve Salazar, has been pounding the training miles

SNO is an annual conference where those at the forefront of research to defeat brain tumours come together to share their work, discuss the progress that has been made and consider strategies for future development

We recently represented the charity at an international scientific conference called SNO in New Orleans

Join our 21 Days of Wellbeing challenge and give your wellbeing a boost

As we come to one of the last bank holidays of the year, it’s time to make the most of it and enjoy the summer season!

This Volunteers Week we’re celebrating each and every one of our 612 volunteers who are passionate about helping us achieve our goals.

This was the first live ‘Ask The Researcher’ event hosted by The Brain Tumour Charity, and it went so well.

Here at The Brain Tumour Charity we’re always learning, so when Professor David Walker came for an unannounced visit, he didn’t leave without imparting some knowledge first.

Top Tips on supporting someone diagnosed with a brain tumour, as recommended by our Community.

Knowing what to say when your loved one has been diagnosed with a brain tumour can feel incredibly worrying. We’ve created a helpful Do’s and Don’ts list, to guide you when you’re stuck for words.

Why a decision to cut benefits paid to bereaved parents is not in the interests of affected families.

Senior Policy and Public Affairs Manager, Beccy Shortt, discusses the journey many women face to being correctly diagnosed with a brain tumour.

Fleur Latter’s sister Grace, was diagnosed with a pilocytic astrocytoma in early 2014 when she was in her third year at University.

As Casualty’s closing credits rolled this evening, the show’s four million viewers were left on tenterhooks wondering if nurse Robyn would have her happy ending.

Sarah was diagnosed with brain tumours after the birth of both of her children. She has put together a bucket list and is determined to fill her family’s life with love and laughter.

As Casualty returns to our screens on Saturday (August 27) for its 30th anniversary episode and the new series develops Glen’s brain tumour storyline, we look forward to hearing your views.