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A diagnosis of recurrent brain cancer can be a daunting experience for patients and their loved ones. At the Ivy Brain Tumor Center, we understand the importance of equipping patients with the information and resources they need to face this possibility. That's why we take the time to discuss the likelihood of recurrence, potential symptoms, and available therapies with our patients, empowering them to make informed decisions about their treatment options.

When faced with a brain tumor diagnosis, affection in a relationship can change. From communication strategies to exploring new ways to connect, we share the most practical tips and insights on navigating intimacy after a brain cancer diagnosis.

Although each person's experience with a brain tumor is unique, those who receive the diagnosis share similar emotions of worry, fear, and stress. The Ivy Center and Barrow Neurological Institute have created the Brain Tumor Patient & Caregiver Symposium to provide patients and their families with information and support to navigate brain tumor treatment and recovery.

The holiday season can invite unwelcome guests into your life, such as loneliness, stress and anxiety. In this NCI article, neuro-oncology care providers answered the most common questions they receive during the holidays.

Brain cancer survivor Dalton Riddle is defying the odds. He’s about to celebrate living three years with glioblastoma. For most, the average life expectancy after diagnosis is 12-15 months. Read his survivorship story and how he supports others facing a similar diagnosis.

Brain surgery recovery requires time and patience. While this time frame is different for everyone, you can support healing by using these brain recovery tips.

Finding out a parent has been diagnosed with glioblastoma can be overwhelming. Finding answers and support becomes top priority. Read about a daughter, her mom and their brain cancer story.

Glioblastoma Awareness Day (GBM Day) is dedicated to increasing public awareness of glioblastoma brain cancer.

Lanette Veres, who was first diagnosed with brain cancer 24 years ago, knows the overwhelming sense of fear and isolation when faced with a brain tumor diagnosis. As the founder of the Gray Matters Foundation and the official support partner of the Ivy Brain Tumor Center at Barrow Neurological Institute, Lanette has made it her mission to support others facing the disease.

May is Brain Tumor Awareness Month. It’s the perfect time to join the fight against brain cancer by creating your own fundraiser. Your family and friends can make an impactful brain tumor research donation in support of the Ivy Brain Tumor Center at Barrow.