Two thirds of adults now aware of the symptoms of brain tumour in children
New research by HeadSmart shows that awareness of brain tumour symptoms in children and young people has improved. Over two thirds (71%) of adults are now aware of the eight main symptoms of a brain tumour in those under eighteen.
However the survey [...]
Tag Archives: Brain Tumour
HeadSmart awareness survey results
Friday, 11th Nov 2011 – 3:39 pm
New film shows childhood brain tumour impact
Tuesday, 8th Nov 2011 – 8:56 pm
Our new film features the Graham, Bubb and Jones families sharing their story of childhood brain tumours. Thank you to each and every one of them for this.
The film really shows why earlier diagnosis and more research is needed and the devastating impact on families.
Please spare a few minutes to watch it – and share [...]
Brain tumours and mobile phones – new research
Friday, 21st Oct 2011 – 10:41 am
A major research study from Denmark has found no evidence of a link between mobile phones and brain cancer. We welcome research in this area, which has been the subject of considerable debate. The researchers note that a small to moderate increase in risk for heavy users of mobile phones or after many years of [...]
Jack Marshall
Thursday, 20th Oct 2011 – 10:54 am
We were so very saddened to hear that brave little Jack Marshall passed away on Thursday 13th October aged 6 years. Jack had a medulloblastoma brain tumour that had returned after treatment.
To read more about Jack, click here.
Brighton Information Day Round Up
Sunday, 9th Oct 2011 – 10:10 pm
On Friday 7 October 2011, SDBTT held its latest information day in Brighton. It was well attended by over 50 people affected by a brain tumour – from those living with a brain tumours, to carers, friends and healthcare professionals.
With separate adult and paediatric sessions, attendees were able to hear from leading experts on subjects [...]