Childhood Cancer Awareness Month: Exploring the Paediatric BRAINatomy Study
For Childhood Cancer Awareness Month we are taking a closer look at the BRAINatomy study, which aims to change outcomes for children diagnosed with a brain tumour and their families […]
Hannah Mayne’s 40-Mile Tribute: Walking the Lyke Wake Walk in Memory of Her Father
In a heartfelt tribute to her late father, Hannah Mayne embarked on a remarkable journey, walking 40 miles across the rugged terrain of the Lyke Wake Walk in North Yorkshire. […]
A Night of Poetry and Purpose: Highlights from the Nottingham Poetry Festival Fundraising Event
On Sunday 16th June, the Nottingham Poetry Festival hosted a remarkable evening of poetic tribute and solidarity, all in support of brainstrust. The event was a heartfelt celebration of the […]
We invite the new government to rise to the challenge of brain tumours
Together, with other leading charities, we invite the new government to rise to the challenge of brain tumours On the 22nd July, we wrote to Wes Streeting MP, the new […]
Working together to secure fair appraisal of Tumour Treating Field therapies for Glioblastoma patients
The challenge Glioblastoma (GBM) is one of the most deadly types of primary brain tumour – people diagnosed with this malignancy have an average life expectancy post- diagnosis of only […]
brainstrust receives National Lottery Community Funding award to support work in Wales
brainstrust is delighted to announce that it has received an award from the National Lottery Community Fund to expand our work in Wales. brainstrust has in recent years been successfully […]
The inaugural Bass Belle 10k – off to a flyer!
Sunday 23rd June was the day of an exciting new event for brainstrust. It was the inaugural running of the Bass Belle 10k. Organised by our own Fundraising Events Manager […]
Understanding the Impact of Stereotactic Radiosurgery on Brain Function
Introduction For patients battling brain metastases or benign brain tumours like meningiomas, Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS) offers a highly targeted radiotherapy treatment option. While SRS is a promising treatment, its effects […]
Addressing Unmet Needs in Glioblastoma Care: Insights from a Delphi Panel
Glioblastoma, the most aggressive form of primary brain tumour in adults, presents significant challenges for both patients and caregivers. With limited treatment options and an average survival time of 12-18 […]
In Loving Memory: Suzanne’s Journey to Honor Her Father
As part of our 2023 Wear Grey campaign, we had the privilege of working with many dedicated fundraisers who shared their personal stories and experiences. We’d like to share a […]