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'Something Good' After Tragic Loss: Donating Brain Cancer Tissue
- Harnessing the Herpes Virus to Beat a Deadly Brain Cancer
February 8, 2022 — New findings show a genetically modified herpes virus appears to deliver a "one-two punch" to the rare and deadly form of brain cancer that killed U.S. Sen. John McCain.
- Nick Cannon’s 5-Month-Old Son Dies of Brain Cancer
December 8, 2021 — Nick Cannon’s 5-month-old, Zen, died of brain cancer on Sunday, the TV host announced on his show on Tuesday.
- Doc Charged With Manslaughter Faces Malpractice Suit
June 7, 2021 — An Alabama neurosurgeon who was charged with manslaughter in the death of a medical student is now facing a malpractice suit alleging he performed the wrong brain surgery.
- Vitamins and Supplements to Take After Breast Cancer Treatment
January 15, 2021 — Should I take a vitamin or supplement after breast cancer treatment? Which ones are best? Are they safe? Are there any to avoid? Can they prevent breast cancer from coming back? Learn about supplements after breast cancer treatment.
- Drug Reverses Age-Related Mental Decline in Mice
December 8, 2020 — The study was peer reviewed and published in the open-access journal eLife. It says the drug, called ISRIB, restored cognitive abilities in older mice and rejuvenated brain and immune cells.
- Gene Therapy May Fight Brain Cancer's Return
October 27, 2017 — A new form of gene therapy shows promise in battling recurrent brain cancer.
- 'Electric Cap' May Help Fight a Deadly Brain Tumor
April 3, 2017 — Study found significant increase in survival 2 years after diagnosis
- Some Brain Cancer Patients Have Radiation Options
July 26, 2016 — Targeted approach appears to preserve mental functioning
- Treating Brain Tumors With Targeted Radiation
May 31, 2015 — Damage to thinking and memory less than with radiation for entire brain, while survival is similar, study finds
- Tetanus Shot May Boost Brain Cancer Survival
March 12, 2015 — One patient with glioblastoma still alive nine years later
- Dental X-rays Linked to Brain Tumors
April 10, 2012 — Getting frequent dental X-rays appears to increase the risk for a commonly diagnosed brain tumor, a new study finds.
- Genetic Defect at Work in Deadly Brain Tumors
December 22, 2010 — Scientists say they’ve discovered a genetic defect that may contribute to the development of as many as 1 in 4 cases of glioblastoma, the most common and aggressive type of brain tumor.
- Jean Smart Takes a Leading Role in Battling Brain Cancer
May 27, 2010 — How veteran actress Jean Smart transformed a family tragedy into a quest for a cure for brain cancer.