Author: Harriet Smith
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I refuse to let my incurable brain cancer define me
Natalie Paul shares her story in Brain Tumour Awareness Month.
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Carers – looking after yourself at Christmas
Sara Challice, who cared for her husband Neil for 13 years, shares some of her tips on how to make things easier over the Christmas period.
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Managing fatigue during the holidays
With the holiday season upon us, we asked Sara Robson, a Specialist Allied Health Professional, to share some of her tips for managing fatigue in everyday life.
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21 days of wellbeing
Join our 21 Days of Wellbeing challenge and give your wellbeing a boost
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Support at school
Beth was diagnosed with two brain tumours in 2014 whilst studying at university, she shares her experiences.
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Building relationships with your child’s school
Louise Robinson, from Nottingham Children’s Hospital, shares her advice and talks about some organisations who may be able to help you build relationships with your child’s school.
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Supporting your child to return to school after diagnosis or treatment
This blog covers top tips for helping your child to return to school after diagnosis or treatment.
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How The Brain Tumour Charity’s project, BRIAN, is leading a data revolution
The Brain Tumour Charity has long been an advocate for creative and pioneering solutions to the complex problem of brain tumours.
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UK Government announces plan to improve cancer diagnosis
Last week the Government announced it will roll out a package of measures across the country aimed at seeing three out of four of all cancers detected at an early stage by 2028.
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My benefits experience
A guest blog from Jason about his struggle to get the benefits he is entitled to after being diagnosed with an Astrocytoma brain tumour.
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Keeping cool in the heat
If a heatwave leaves you wishing you could switch your beach umbrella for your rain brolly, you’re not alone. So, we’ve put together our seven top tips to keep cool in the heat.
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Outpatient appointments – what to bring and how to prepare
A guest blog from 17 year old Kaleb about what to bring and how to prepare for a day care medical appointment.
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The Brain Tumour Charity submits DCVax®-L consultation response
This week The Charity submitted its patient organisation consultation response about the potentially-groundbreaking new treatment DCVax®-L.
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Blue Apple Partnership
We are delighted to announce that Blue Apple have chosen The Brain Tumour Charity as their charity of the year.
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Daily life in the school holidays
We are excited to share a vlog from Penelope Hart-Spencer, who is a Health Play Specialist.
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Travel insurance for children with a brain tumour
A specialist travel insurance provider answers your questions on travel insurance for a child with a brain tumour.
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Holidays and breaks for families with a brain tumour
The first in our series of virtual information events for parents and carers of a child with a brain tumour.
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National Cancer Patient Experience Survey (NCPES)
Last Friday (27th July), the findings of the National Cancer Patient Experience Survey 2017 (NCPES) were published.
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Parental Bereavement (Leave and Pay) Bill passes final Parliamentary hurdle
The Parental Bereavement (Leave and Pay) Bill has just passed its third reading in the House of Lords and is expected to come into force in April 2020.
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The Brain Tumour Charity finalist for Charity of the Year – Third Sector Awards
We are delighted to be finalists for Charity of the Year, Annual Report and Fundraising Event for the Third Sector Awards.
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Government announcement on Personal Independence Payment (PIP)
Last week the Government announced that people with severe, life-long conditions will no longer have to attend regular reviews for Personal Independence Payment (PIP).
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Children and Young People Cancer Coalition
We have joined forces with other leading charities to form The Children and Young People Cancer Coalition and highlight areas where we believe progress is needed.
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Pedalling towards a cure
We’re delighted to have the support of Relec Electronics, who have chosen The Brain Tumour Charity as their charity of the year.
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Collaboration is key
Reflecting on all that was achieved during Brain Tumour Awareness Month, thanks to the support of our incredible partners