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2023: We’re Better Together

As we welcome 2023, it’s a time to embrace the new year and new ways to get involved and make an impact in the brain tumor community. From educational programs to 5k’s and marathon events, there’s something for you at the ABTA in 2023!

National Conference

Held annually,  the ABTA National Conference brings together more than a thousand patients, survivors, and caregivers to learn, engage, and connect. Hear the latest advances in brain tumor research, treatment, and care from nationally recognized experts.

The 2023 conference will be held Friday, Sept. 8 and Saturday, Sept. 9 virtually and in person at the Loews Chicago O’Hare Hotel. Click below to sign up for conference announcements!

Webinars

ABTA webinars are designed for brain tumor patients and caregivers to learn more about brain tumor types, treatments, and research in free, 60-minute online sessions. Upcoming webinars include:

January: Management of Recurrent Meningioma
February: Taking Charge: Caring for Your Mind and Body
May: Understanding Clinical Trials and Improving Access
July: What to Know When You’re Newly Diagnosed with Glioblastoma
November: Navigating Your Role as a Brain Tumor Caregiver

Patient & Family Meetings

These free, half-day virtual meetings allow patients, caregivers, and loved ones to get in-depth knowledge on targeted brain tumor topics. Attendees go through a series of expert-led discussions with opportunities to ask questions and walk away with valuable resources. Upcoming meeting topics include:

Low-Grade Gliomas: Saturday, March 4
Brain Metastases: Saturday, June 17

Breakthrough for Brain Tumors 5k (BT5K)

Join the brain tumor community and make a difference supporting critical research and patient services. Walk or run with us at a BT5K in a city near you. Upcoming events include:

BT5K Tampa: Saturday, March 18
BT5K Chicago: Sunday, April 30
BT5K Michigan: Saturday, May 6
BT5K Columbus: Saturday, June 3

Host Your Own Event

Whether you’re turning your favorite hobby into a fundraiser or celebrating your craniaversary, there’s no limit when it comes to fundraising ideas, and the ABTA is here to help.

Team ABTA

From people who’ve never run more than a mile to annual marathoners, Team ABTA members all have a common goal: to find a cure by raising funds for brain tumor research and patient programs.

Jessie Schlacks

Jessie is Managing Editor of the bi-monthly e-newsletter MindMatters. Submit story ideas or questions to jschlacks@abta.org.

Advancing Brain Tumor Research and Support

Thanks to the generous support of donors like you, the American Brain Tumor Association has invested over $35 million in life-changing brain tumor research, helping pave the way for breakthroughs like the FDA approval of vorasidenib, a groundbreaking treatment for low-grade glioma. Through our Meet Hope Head On campaign, we continue funding critical research and providing free resources for patients and caregivers—bringing hope and advancing care for the brain tumor community.

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