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Developments for the European Medicines Agency
On Tuesday night, MPs in Westminster adopted an amendment to the Trade Bill which indicates support for the United Kingdom remaining in the regulatory framework of the European Medicines Agency (EMA)
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The International Symposium on Paediatric Neuro-oncology
Our Research Communications Assistant, Arshiya, gives an overview of the International Symposium on Paediatric Neuro-Oncology (ISPNO)
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The new NICE guidelines entitled ‘Brain tumours (primary) and brain metastases in adults’
These guidelines, published today, have been updated for the first time in over a decade
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Different cell types work together to drive tumour spread in paediatric high-grade gliomas
Researchers from the Institute of Cancer Research discovered that tumour cells in paediatric high-grade gliomas work together to invade other structures of the brain
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Celebrating the 70th birthday of the NHS
Today marks the 70th birthday of the National Health Service and The Brain Tumour Charity would like to celebrate all that it has done for our community
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Could the polio virus help treat brain cancer?
Results from a phase 1 clinical trial show that patients with recurrent glioblastoma treated with an inactive version of the polio virus live longer than those receiving standard treatment
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Positive results from a drug treating recurrent glioblastoma
New data presented at the recent American Association of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) meeting in Chicago by Abbvie, a pharmaceutical company, provides hope for those diagnosed with a glioblastoma
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Government announcement on Personal Independence Payment (PIP)
Last week the Government announced that people with severe, life-long conditions will no longer have to attend regular reviews for Personal Independence Payment (PIP).
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Theresa May’s Speech on the NHS
Helena Brown, our Policy & Public Affairs Assistant, outlines the current postcode disparity in patient experience
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Cannabis oil – A patient’s right to choose
Last week, Billy Caldwell, a severely epileptic twelve year old boy, had his cannabis oil confiscated at Heathrow airport
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Our interview with Dr Tom Millner: Understanding Epigenetics in Glioblastoma
The research engagement team recently visited The Blizard Institute of Cell and Molecular Science in London and met with Dr Tom Millner
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Parental Bereavement (Leave and Pay) Bill – a start, but not yet enough
Keilan Arblaster, our Policy Involvement Assistant, outlines the implications of this bill for our community
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Identifying markers to classify previously undetermined glioblastomas
A study led by researchers from Duke Cancer Institute identifies genetic markers to classify previously undetermined glioblastomas
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Patient choice: Should patients have more freedom to choose?
Tonight we watched an emotional Panorama following three families as they contend with a high grade brain tumour diagnosis.
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Meet Rosemary this Volunteers Week
This Volunteers Week we’re celebrating each and every one of our 612 volunteers who are passionate about helping us achieve our goals.
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Is it time for the UK to have the right to try?
Kielan Arblastar, our Policy & Affairs Assistant, discusses the implications of the US Government’s Right to Try bill
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Children and Young People Cancer Coalition
We have joined forces with other leading charities to form The Children and Young People Cancer Coalition and highlight areas where we believe progress is needed.
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Early findings from a phase 3 clinical trial report promising results
Early findings from a phase 3 clinical trial testing DCVax®-L, a dendritic cell treatment, show increased overall survival for patients with glioblastoma.
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A new approach to brain tumour surgery shows improved survival for individuals with high-grade gliomas
Recent clinical data reports that a new surgical approach could improve survival for individuals with difficult to access high-grade gliomas
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A Will to make a difference
Our Senior Gifts and in Memory Officer, Kelly Jack, says the process of making a Will is as easy as 1…2…3
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IOTA Pharmaceuticals announce the creation of a Glioblastoma Drug Bank
The new bank, announced today, will support and accelerate new research into brain cancer therapy
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Discovery raises hope of slowing high-grade brain tumour growth
Researchers have identified a difference between low-grade and high-grade brain tumours that could help develop better treatments for more aggressive forms of the disease.
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Why it’s important to get your affairs in order
Eve Kelleher, Head of Information and Support, explains why getting your affairs in order is not something to put off.
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Treating diffuse midline gliomas with an oncolytic virus
Results from a phase 1 clinical trial of the oncolytic virus DNX-2401, report successful intratumoral delivery of the virus in children with diffuse midline glioma