Mental Health Awareness Week 2021
Mental Health Awareness Week This year, the Mental Health Foundation have chosen the theme of nature for Mental Health Awareness Week (10-16 May 2021). Their main aim is to inspire […]
Feel on top of things, not overwhelmed
Coping when you’re overwhelmed When situations change, it is hard to know which way to turn. Things that you did so easily suddenly become overwhelming. If you are a person […]
People-first brain tumour research
Bringing people closer to brain tumour research At brainstrust, we believe that people with a brain tumour should be at the heart of brain tumour research: from setting priorities, to […]
Managing your feelings at the easing of lockdown
It’s OK if you’re feeling overwhelmed right now. Jane, our support specialist for London and the South East, shares some tips for managing your emotions as lockdown eases: However you’re […]
Radiotherapy and me
Radiotherapy And Me: our new guide to help children and young people feel resourced and prepared for their treatment After being diagnosed with a brain tumour, children and teenagers feel […]
A novel tribute
“I’m just happy that, out of these dark times, I’m able to do something positive that might help others in a similar situation.” When the UK first went into lockdown, […]
The easing of lockdown and the end of shielding
What does the end of shielding and the easing of lockdown mean for people with a brain tumour? Earlier in the year, the government announced details of a roadmap that […]
Exaggerated headlines about research do nothing to support people with a brain tumour today
‘Game-changing’ research The topic of brain cancer treatment and potential developments is an emotive and extremely sensitive subject – we all want to hear that there has been a huge […]
New website to support people with a meningioma
Meningiomas Matter. So does meningioma support. This brand-new website has been designed to help you cope with the challenges of living with and beyond a meningioma, so you can have […]
Winners of The Great brainstrust Create-Off
The Great brainstrust Create-Off Throughout Brain Tumour Awareness Month in March, we joined our community as we focused on the importance of self-care. We chose to embrace the use of […]