A therapeutic vaccine targeting a specific genetic mutation in aggressive brain tumors has shown promising long-term results in a study of 33 patients. Eight years later, 66% were still alive and 42% showed no tumor regrowth, offering cautious optimism for future treatments.
Nicola McKay, 53, is among 150 women suing Pfizer over the Depo-Provera birth control injection, which she used for over 20 years. She developed three brain tumors, and other women report similar diagnoses after long-term use.
Korean researchers have developed an AI model that predicts brain tumor gene mutations from a single MRI scan, potentially reducing the need for invasive tissue sampling and easing the burden on medical professionals.
Jason Collins, the NBA's first openly gay player and a pioneer for inclusion, died at 47 after an 8-month battle with Stage 4 glioblastoma.
Jason Collins, the first openly gay NBA player, has died at 47 after an eight-month battle with a brain tumor.
