Cover of CBTRUS AYA Report

New Statistical Report Reveals Primary Brain and Central Nervous System Tumors as Second Most Common Cancer Type in Adolescents and Young Adults

CHICAGO (May 7, 2024)—Today, the American Brain Tumor Association (ABTA), in partnership with the National Institutes of Health’s National Cancer Institute (NCI) Comprehensive Oncology Network Evaluating Rare CNS Tumors (NCI-CONNECT) program and the Central Brain Tumor Registry of the United States (CBTRUS), unveiled a new report shedding light on the prevalence of primary brain and other central nervous system (CNS) tumors among adolescents and young adults (AYAs) between the ages of 15 and 39.

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Rose V., Wisconsin

I meet hope head on by carrying on my husband Christian’s memory and knowing that his brain cancer journey, though difficult

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From One to Many

We need 500 people to donate or share their story for the ABTA’s first Day of Giving during Brain Tumor Awareness Month. Are you in?

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American Brain Tumor Association Awards 20 Research Grants to Advance Brain Tumor Science and Discoveries

The American Brain Tumor Association (ABTA) today announced the funding of $821,000 towards 20 new research grants to advance brain tumor science and treatments. With more than $34 million invested in research to date, across all brain tumor types and ages, the ABTA research program plays a critical role in advancing the understanding of brain tumors and building the next generation of brain tumor researchers.

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Craig, GBM Survivor

Living with GBM and Adventure

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After Craig was diagnosed with a glioblastoma in May of 2018, he decided he would not let it stop his active lifestyle. Through patience and some small adjustments, he continues to do the activities he loves.

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BT5K 5K Run & Walk Virtual

Get Involved and Learn More in 2022

This year, the brain tumor community can count on the ABTA returning to in-person BT5K’s in several U.S. cities; educational and supportive virtual programs; and more ways for you to get informed and involved.

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