2020 - NCI-CONNECTions
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Spinal Cord Tumor Survivor Shares Tips to Prepare and Recover from Surgery
Lee was shocked to learn he had a tumor in his spinal cord that required surgery. He shares how he found the right neurosurgeon, prepared for surgery, and recovered fully.
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How Epilepsy Surgery Helps People with Brain Tumors
Neurosurgeon Dr. Kareem Zaghloul is helping people with brain tumors by performing surgery that removes their tumor and the cause of their seizures.
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Connecting to Others with a Rare Cancer Diagnosis
Marcela discovered an ependymoma in her spinal cord. She shares how she found support online and participated in a study while she was living internationally.
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Telehealth: What You Need to Know about a Virtual Doctor's Visit
Neuro-oncology experts share what telehealth is, its benefits and limitations, and what to expect during and after a visit.
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Advice from the Brain Tumor Community
Patients, caregivers, doctors, and advocates share their advice to help guide you through your brain tumor journey.
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How Brain Tumors Are Diagnosed and Treated
Share our brain tumor treatment information and resources to help those living with a brain tumor.
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Advances in Brain Tumor Clinical Care and Research
NCI’s Neuro-Oncology Branch is advancing care and treatment through collaborative scientific workshops, research discoveries, and successful clinical trials.
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2018 Histone Mutated Midline Glioma Workshop Report
Neuro-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 Surgery
Stu 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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Cancer Survivor Shares 3 Tips to Enhance Your Visit to NIH
Sarah 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.