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  • Picking up the pace of meningioma research

    Dr Gelareh Zadeh is leading research in Canada which will help predict the risk of meningioma regrowth.

  • Data is critical

    Sarah Lindsell and Professor Ashkan discuss the difference BRIAN will make to researchers and healthcare professionals in helping to diagnose, treat and manage brain tumours

  • Top tips for carers

    To celebrate Carers Week, Sara Challice, who cared for her husband Neal for 13 years after his brain tumour diagnosis, shares her top tips to help carers look after their own wellbeing.

  • Six things you didn’t know BRIAN could help you with

    With BRIAN you can track your brain tumour experience and donate your data to help accelerate a cure. But did you know BRIAN can support you in many other ways too?

  • The voices of volunteers supporting us through a pandemic

    While coronavirus (COVID-19) has brought a lot of society to a standstill, we know that for those diagnosed with a brain tumour – things aren’t on pause.

  • BRIAN is making an impact!

    BRIAN has been designed for everyone, whether you’re living with a brain tumour, caring for someone who is, or you work in healthcare or research. You can also be a part of BRIAN if you’ve lost someone to a brain tumour by contributing valuable historical data. Here, three users explain how BRIAN has helped them.

  • Changes to treatment – Daniel’s story

    Daniel shares his story of his brain tumour diagnosis and how his treatment and care has been affected by the ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis.

  • Life in lockdown

    Grace, describes how she’s coping with spending the next few months indoors to protect herself against coronavirus (COVID-19)

  • Government bailout and support for charities

    Our CEO, Sarah Lindsell, responds to The Government’s recent announcement regarding funding for the Charity sector during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

  • Meet our London Marathon runners – Claire’s story

    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.

  • Love is in the air for our Young Adults community

    Some of our Young Adults Service community explore how to give Cupid a helping hand this Valentine’s Day.

  • Managing relationships after a brain tumour diagnosis

    Dr Katherine Carpenter, helps us explore the ways a brain tumour diagnosis can put a strain on relationships for everyone affected.

  • Patients ‘struggle to access key information’ as NHS staff shortages bite, says report

    A report out today warns the NHS has too few staff to provide patients with information and support – an issue we know is key for those diagnosed with a brain tumour.

  • Our experienced Benefits and Money Advisor providing advice over the phone to someone affected by a brain tumour

    Top money-saving tips for families in the new year

    Now that Christmas is over, we know many families will be looking to economise in the new year. In this blog, Denise, our experienced benefits adviser, shares some helpful money-saving hints and tips to help kick-start your New Year right.

  • Meet our London Marathon runners – Nina’s story

    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.

  • How to apply for your free bus pass

    Matt, who’s part of our Young Adult community, explains how a free bus pass is the key to his independence.

  • Falling out of bed saved my little girl’s life

    After years of her family thinking Annabelle Ginn was just “a clumsy kid”, a scan revealed she had a tennis ball-sized brain tumour

  • Get set for 2020

    We share some of our top tips for taking care of your emotional, physical and psychological needs in 2020.

  • Money-saving tips for Christmas

    Members of our community, including our benefits and money adviser from Citizens Advice, share some money-saving tips to help you keep within your budget over the holidays.

  • Looking after yourself at Christmas

    The festive season can be an exciting time of year but it’s important to make sure you pace yourself, and get the support you need for you and your loved ones. Here are some tips from our community for looking after yourself over the festive period.

  • Top tips for managing the festive season

    Some tips on how to avoid feeling overwhelmed during a busy festive season.

  • Coping at Christmas

    A brain tumour diagnosis can make it harder to enjoy yourself, even during the holiday season.

  • Sharing our work on a global stage

    Our chief executive, Sarah Lindsell, is among the invited speakers at Dreamforce, an annual conference in San Francisco which brings together thousands of people to share ideas and expertise in information technology.

  • Top tips for eating well during treatment

    It can be hard to eat well when you’re going through chemotherapy or radiotherapy treatment. We asked an expert how to get the nutrients that you need.