Register now to join us for Race For Hope DC on Sun. May 3: CureBrainTumors.org

At this family-friendly event, we’ll gather in our nation’s capital to raise funds & awareness for the #braintumor community during #BrainTumorAwarenessMonth

🌟 Your community is here

After his #braintumor diagnosis, Daniel engaged with research and quickly saw that progress depends on federal funding.

Now he advocates with NBTS at #Head2Hill

🏛️ Join us May 3–5 in D.C. & urge Congress to fund lifesaving research.

🙋 Register now: BrainTumor.org/HeadToTheHill

Testosterone promotes growth of a type of brain tumour in young boys A type of childhood brain tumour called ependymoma is more common in boys than in girls. The reason for this difference turns out to be sex hormones such as testosterone.

News & Views article comments on M Taylor, J. Zhang, @claudiakleinman.bsky.social, K.A. Michealraj et al paper about a pediatric #BrainTumor affecting more boys than girls. @bcmhouston.bsky.social, #TexasChildrens, @mcgill.ca @pittdeptofmed.bsky.social @nature.com www.nature.com/articles/d41...

Luci joining in for #WearAHatDay
an annual event that encourages people to wear hats to raise awareness for brain tumor research. Organized by #BrainTumourAwarenessMonth Participants are encouraged to make a donation & share photos
#braintumor #englishbulldogs

Join us on Thurs., Apr. 2nd at 7 p.m. for Grief Support Conversations.

The group welcomes anyone who has lost a loved one to a #braintumor & provides the resources, space, & community to support individuals through their grieving process: braintumor.org/support-services/support-groups/grief-support

ZR fusion protein sways normal brain cell development toward cancer growth A team of researchers at Baylor College of Medicine, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Texas Children’s Hospital and collaborating institutions...

Team at @bcmhouston.bsky.social, @stjuderesearch.bsky.social et al reveals driver of the third most common pediatric #brainTumor. #ependymoma B Deneen, @alishakardian.bsky.social S. Mack @bcmneurosurgery.bsky.social #BCMGradSchool #BCMCancerCenter #TexasChildrens www.bcm.edu/news/zr-fusi...

Dominant clones leverage developmental epigenomic states to drive ependymoma - Nature Single-nucleus chromatin and RNA sequencing identifies epigenetic chromatin domains that confer vulnerability to paediatric brain tumours such as ependymomas, providing insight into the development of...

Read the full paper, published in @nature.com: tinyurl.com/bdcr3bx4

#BrainTumor | #BrainTumorResearch | #Research

New Found Glory’s Chad Gilbert Had Three Brain Tumors Removed Last Month: The guitarist said his “recovery has been bumpy at times,” but he’s “feeling much better now and getting stronger by the day” #ChadGilbert #NewFoundGlory #BrainTumor #RecoveryJourney #MusicNews

Can’t join us at Head to the Hill this year? Advocate from anywhere in under 10 mins — email, call, and/or contact your reps in Congress on social media.

🗓️ Save the date: May 5 will be a national Day of Action for the #braintumor community.

🙋 Sign up today: braintumor.org/advocacy/act...

🌟 Head to the Hill is May 3–5, 2026, in Washington, D.C.

🔗 Register by April 6: BrainTumor.org/HeadToTheHill

Join NBTS and other patients & caregivers to share your story with Congress and urge lawmakers to fund research & support policies that serve the #braintumor community.

Even one voice from your local #braintumor community can make a difference!

Join advocates like Amanda from across the U.S. and urge Congress to fund research + support policies that serve patients & caregivers.

🧠 May 3–5 in D.C.

Register 👉 BrainTumor.org/HeadToTheHill

At 5, Georgie was diagnosed with a brain tumor.

Today, she advocates with and for the #braintumor community.

Join her at Head to the Hill, May 3-5, to urge Congress to fund research and policies for better treatments: BrainTumor.org/HeadtotheHill

This #CreativeArtsTherapyWeek, we’re celebrating creativity as a source of strength for the #braintumor community. 🎨✨

From painting to woodworking, art offers comfort and connection.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4aUGqjC

🏛️ Sun, May 3 - Tue, May 5: At Head to the Hill, meet with Congress to share your story + urge lawmakers to fund research & support policies that serve the #braintumor community.

👉 Register by April 6: BrainTumor.org/HeadtotheHill

#Head2Hill

May 3-5, #HeadtoDC to join NBTS & #braintumor community members from across the U.S. for a powerful 3 days of awareness, action, & advocacy.

Register today to join us & make a difference 👇

Join us for our Survivor Support group tonight at 7pm EST, hosted by brain tumor survivor Jason Burris!

Email outreach@rawoodfoundation.org to join.

#supportgroup #braintumor

While the neuro-oncology community is gathering in Bucharest for inspiring #EANO events, the next highlight is already on the horizon.
🔬 Be part of #EANO2026 in Rome and present your research. Submit your abstract now:
eano.eu/eano2026/abs...
#NeuroOncology #BrainTumor #BTSM

Join NBTS, Molly, and members of the #braintumor community from across the U.S. in D.C. for Head to the Hill on May 3–5.

Together, we’ll advocate for funding that powers new, more effective treatments, including #clinicaltrials.

Register today: BrainTumor.org/HeadToTheHill

#Head2Hill

Register now to join Katrina S. and hundreds of volunteer advocates from across the U.S. for Head to the Hill, May 3–5 in D.C.: BrainTumor.org/HeadToTheHill

🧠💪 Share your story & urge Congress to increase funding for research & pass legislation that serves the #braintumor community.

Head to the Hill - National Brain Tumor Society Head to the Hill® We are many voices, united by one mission: to conquer and cure brain tumors. Head to the Hill harnesses the power of personal stories to change hearts and minds at the highest…

At Head to the Hill®, we meet with members of Congress to share our stories and advocate for critical federal investment in #braintumor research.

If you live in one of these states 👆, your voice is especially needed.

Register today: BrainTumor.org/HeadtotheHill

Join us on Thurs., Mar. 5th at 7 p.m. for Grief Support Conversations.

The group welcomes anyone who has lost a loved one to a #braintumor & provides the resources, space, & community to support individuals through their grieving process: braintumor.org/support-services/support-groups/grief-support

Brain Tumors and Qualifying for SS Disability Benefits The SSA recognizes Brain Tumors as an impairment. A disability lawyer with 30 years of experience explains the best way to qualify for disability benefits.

BREAKING NEWS for those suffering from the effects of a Brain Tumor!
You may qualify for disability benefits!
A SuperLawyers rated attorney with over 30 years’ experience tells what it takes to start receiving assistance.
#BrainCancer #braintumor #BrainTumorSupport
www.brrlaw.com/brain-tumor-...

Dr. Jon McIver - Neurosurgeon - Brain and Spine Surgeon in Baltimore - Mercy Dr. Jon McIver is a Board Certified, Fellowship-trained neurosurgeon at The Minimally Invasive Brain and Spine Center at Mercy in Baltimore, Maryland.

Meningiomas are the most common primary #braintumor, occurring 2-4X more often in women than men. To learn more, tune in #WBAL-TV11 tonight, 2/23, 5:25pm as Mercy neurosurgeon Dr. Jon McIver appears on "The Woman's Doctor" to discuss. #meningioma @wbaltv11.bsky.social
mdmercy.com/find-a-docto...

Take action for #RareDiseaseDay this week!

Sign our action alert urging Congress to support the bipartisan BRAIN Act to expand access to biomarker testing & clinical trials, strengthen care, & accelerate #braintumor research: https://braintumor.quorum.us/campaign/155534/

In 2021, Shawn W. was relearning how to walk after #braintumor surgery. 14 months later, he ran a half-marathon for NBTS and stepped into advocacy.

He was thrilled after Rep. Dr. John Joyce co-sponsored the BRAIN Act after meeting with Shawn at Head to the Hill.

“Biomarker testing helped me understand my #braintumor, eased fears for my daughters, and gave me confidence in decisions about my care. We need more awareness of #biomarkertesting.” — Amanda D.

Read her story: https://bit.ly/4r8U4Fd

#MyTumorID #meningioma

Wonderful to see @braintumor.org launch their new #AI Clinical Trial Finder, proudly powered by @ancoraai.bsky.social

#NBTS's Clinical Trial Finder tool helps match #braintumor patients to relevant #clinicaltrials in seconds.

Explore this free resource to know your options: BrainTumor.org/Trials

Are you a patient or caregiver impacted by #acousticneuroma, #ependymoma, #medulloblastoma, or #primaryCNSlymphoma?

We’d love to hear from you in the comments and amplify the unique challenges and experiences that came with your #braintumor diagnosis: https://bit.ly/4azxmjF

Tumor boards bring together #braintumor experts to review complex cases and provide recommendations.

Dr. John de Groot of UCSF explains why tumor boards are such a critical part of brain tumor care: braintumor.org/news/brain-tumor-board-1...

☀️ Meet us at Griffith Park – Crystal Springs on Sat, May 9, for the Southern California Brain Tumor Walk

Register now to walk 5K with our unstoppable #braintumor community & fund a better future at this family-friendly event: https://bit.ly/4tpekUv

#SoCalBTWalk