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Mount Everest Base Camp Climb

By CBTF

Monday, August 30, 2010

Support Jesse Mahugh on his Mount Everest Base Camp Climb!!! http://www.firstgiving.com/jesseoneverest

From Doubt to Splendor at Camp Mak-A-Dream

By Stacia

Wednesday, August 25, 2010

By Evan Natelson On Wednesday, August 11th, I embarked on my second journey to Camp Mak-A-Dream in Montana, the host of the Children’s Brain Tumor Foundation’s (CBTF) Heads Up Conference (HUC). This experience turned out to be five days of wonder and spiritual renewal. The camp is a mixture of relaxation, f

What do Forty Young Adult Brain Tumor Survivors Have in Common?

By Stacia

Friday, August 20, 2010

I just returned from a week at the Heads Up Conference, at Camp Mak-a-Dream in Gold Creek, MT. The conference brings young adult brain tumor survivors from across the country together for education, support and community building. The group varies in where they come from, cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds, physical abilities, cognitive challenges and much more.

Fan vs. Fan Fundraising Event to Benefit CBTF

By Saran Kaba

Thursday, August 19, 2010

Hi Everyone, We just wanted to let you know about an upcoming event that one of our supporters, Dustin Stein will he Hosting: Fan vs. Fan. Players and coaches from the US Open will be present to answer questions... Drink Specials! Where: M1-5 Bar, 52 Walker Street (Between Church and Broadway) When: Sat. August 28th Time: 7pm-9pm All Proceeds to benefit Children's Brain Tumor Foundation. So...

Connecticut Brain Tumor Alliance Golf Tournament

By Joe Fay

Thursday, August 19, 2010

Our friends at the Connecticut Brain Tumor Alliance are hosting their Fourth Annual Golf Tournament on Monday, September 27, 2010 at Tumble Brook Country Club in Bloomfield, CT. It's a Sramble format with a noon start and cocktails and dinner beginning at 5:30 p.m. If your'e in the Hartford area and are a golfer this should be a great event. More information is available at the organization's web...

Giving and Accepting Support when a Child is Diagnosed with a Brain Tumor

By Jessica Riester Elder

Tuesday, August 17, 2010

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Back to school so soon?

By Joe Fay

Monday, August 9, 2010

It's nearly time for kids, teens, and young adults to return to school. This brings special concerns for parents of children with brain or spinal cord tumors as well as for survivors. Please share what you're most excited or anxious about, and share your suggestions for others to read about responding to these challenges.

Top 5 Ways to Support CBTF

By Saran Kaba

Friday, August 6, 2010

As a supporter of Children’s Brain Tumor Foundation, you know how unique and important our work is to the 25,000 brain tumor survivors in the United States and the 3,400 that join their ranks every year. Here are some ways YOU can help support CBTF's work:

Follow-Up Years After Brain Tumor Treatment Is Essential

By Stacia Wagner

Thursday, August 5, 2010

A recent article in the Annals of Internal Medicine reports health risks faced by childhood cancer survivors shorten their lifespan by an average of ten years. The increase risk is higher for survivors of brain and bone cancer. Getting a brain tumor was out of your control, but practicing preventive medicine is your choice. Many hospitals now have special clinics dedicated to the...

Finding Answers and Support When a Child is Diagnosed with a Brain Tumor

By Jessica Elder, LCSW

Tuesday, August 3, 2010

When your child was diagnosed with a brain tumor, tons of questions may have come up including “Where should I go for treatment? How is my child going to cope with this? How do I support my child through this? How do I get support?” It can be difficult to find answers to the questions you have and it can be overwhelming to look for them. Parents and Caregivers, what would you say to...