National Brain Tumor Society

VOLUME 3, ISSUE 3

March 2018

Spotlight

Head to the Hill Registration is Open

Registration for the 2018 Head to the Hill Advocacy Event in Washington DC is now open. More than ever, your voice is needed. History has shown us that your personal stories and connection to the disease are the best tool to convince our elected officials that their help can fund brain tumor research and ensure that all brain tumor patients have access to the care they need to survive.

Preparing for Surgery

When diagnosed with a brain tumor, you may need surgery quickly. But what are the benefits or risks of surgery or other options?

Find out HERE...

Advancement News

With Your Support

Whether you’re organizing a fundraiser for NBTS or just letting someone know about the work we do, you may receive questions about what sort of research we fund. Here’s how we put the money into action for the community.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Charlotte Brain Tumor Race
SAT, MAR 24, 2018

Delaware Brain Tumor Walk & 5K Run
SAT, APR 21, 2018

Race For Hope DC
SUN, MAY 6, 2018

San Diego Brain Tumor Walk
SAT, May 12, 2018

Central New Jersey Brain Tumor Walk
SAT, May 12, 2018

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Events & The Field

Twin Cities Brain Tumor Walk Announced!

The National Brain Tumor Society has now hit the Mid-West for a new event! On June 9, join us in Plymouth, MN for the Twin Cities Brain Tumor Walk. This event, presented by Brains Together for a Cure, offers individuals and teams a chance to honor and remember loved ones, connect with others interested in the brain tumor cause, and helps to educate the local community on the diverse needs of the brain tumor community.

NBTS Programs

Watch our Medical Research Funding Webinar

Have you wanted to know how and why the government funds medical research? In this webinar, scheduled for March 28 at 12:00 pm EST, we will go over the basics and show you why advocating for this funding is crucial to advancing research for brain tumors.

Community Stories

Remembering Dr. Charles Wilson

Dr. Wilson was a pioneer in neuro-oncology and a gifted surgeon. We are grateful for his early guidance and were honored to fund some of his research. Here is the fantastic celebration of his life from the New York Times.‬

FROM THE MEDIA CENTER

Glossary Blog, February 2018: CAR T-Cell Therapy

Advice Column, February 2018: Brain Tumor Treatment Options

Brain Tumor Facts & Figures, February 2018: Average-Years of Life Lost

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