NCI-CONNECTions: A Rare Brain and Spine Tumor Blog
Read news and information on advances in rare brain and spine tumor research, treatment, and education from our experts.
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How Epilepsy Surgery Helps People with Brain TumorsNeurosurgeon Dr. Kareem Zaghloul is helping people with brain tumors by performing surgery that can remove their tumors and the cause of seizures.
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Connecting with Others with a Rare Cancer DiagnosisMarcela discovered an ependymoma in her spinal cord. Living internationally, she shares how she found support online and chose to participate in a study to help others.
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Telehealth: What You Need to Know About a Virtual Doctor VisitNeuro-oncology experts share what telehealth is, the benefits and limitations, how to prepare and what to expect during and after your visit.
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Advice from the Brain Tumor CommunityTo help guide you through your brain tumor journey, patients, caregivers, doctors, and advocates share their advice.
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Advances in Brain Tumor Clinical Care and ResearchNCI’s Neuro-Oncology Branch is advancing care and treatment through collaborative scientific workshops, research discoveries, and successful clinical trials.
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How Brain Tumors are Diagnosed and TreatedShare our brain tumor treatment information and resources to help those living with a brain tumor.
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Histone Mutated Midline Glioma Workshop ReportNeuro-oncology experts worldwide met to advance their knowledge and collaborate to find better treatments for people with histone mutated midline gliomas.
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Adjusting to a New Life After Brain SurgeryStu shares how the long-term physical impacts after brain surgery, including vision, balance and speech difficulties, have helped him appreciate the minutia of life and enjoy the world around him.
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Clinical Research Nurse Shares What to Know About Clinical TrialsKathleen Wall helps people with brain and spine cancers understand and participate in clinical trials, which are designed to find new ways to treat people and improve their quality of life. She shares the information people need to know.
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Cancer Survivor Shares 3 Tips to Enhance Your Visit to NIHSarah was 37 years old when she was diagnosed with an ependymoma. She has been coming to NIH for care for four years. Sarah shares her tips to help others.