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ABTA PARTNERS WITH THE FDA AND BRAIN TUMOR COMMUNITY TO EVALUATE AND ADVANCE CLINICAL DEVELOPMENT OF BRAIN METASTASES TREATMENTS

Approximately 200,000 cancer patients are diagnosed with brain metastases every year. And yet, the treatment and care paradigm to combat brain metastases has remained relatively unchanged. To better understand the needs of patients diagnosed with metastatic brain tumors, the American Brain Tumor Association has launched the Metastatic Brain Tumor Initiative to help address the unmet needs of this patient community.

PAUL MCDOWELL: DOING THE THINGS YOU LOVE IS GOOD THERAPY

It has been 23 years since Paul McDowell had his last treatment for two brain tumors, including a diagnosis of a glioblastoma. An inspiring journey from a poor prognosis to a 23-year survivorship, Paul is living for today by mentoring patients to live for tomorrow.

LEARN ABOUT THE LATEST BRAIN TUMOR TREATMENT ADVANCEMENTS ALONGSIDE PATIENTS AND CAREGIVERS FROM ACROSS THE U.S.; ATTEND THE ABTA NATIONAL CONFERENCE

Taking place in Chicago, Ill. on September 6-7, hundreds of patients and caregivers will come together to learn about the latest diagnostic and medical advancements.

ABTA REPORTS THE LATEST BRAIN CANCER RESEARCH FROM THE AMERICAN ASSOCIATION FOR CANCER RESEARCH ANNUAL MEETING

Earlier this month, the American Brain Tumor Association attended the American Association for Cancer Research 2019 Annual Meeting. Read on to learn about emerging brain tumor research, and the scientists behind the latest advances.


May 4, 2019 BT5K Run & Walk Denver Denver, CO	May 4, 2019 Robertson Racing for One Lap America South Bend, IN	May 11, 2019 BT5K Run & Walk Michigan Milford, MI
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Together, Let’s Meet Hope Head On in the Fight Against Brain Tumors

Brain tumors do not discriminate—they affect people of every background, race, income level, and political affiliation. Our mission is clearer than ever: to provide education, fund research, and to support those affected by brain tumors. At ABTA, we believe that everyone deserves access to trusted resources, strong support, and the hope that comes from scientific progress. We encourage everyone to join us, whether through raising awareness, donating, advocating, or simply offering support to a loved one. Because at the end of the day, we are stronger together.

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