New York Times Op-ed by Board Member Sundas Hashmi
My Brother Died of Brain Cancer. 20 Years Later, I Had It, Too.
I was told it didn’t run in families. Was it just chance?
Share your experience with glioblastoma, or honor someone you love.
Glioblastoma affects every person differently. What you learned about diagnosis, treatment, daily life, and emotions may help someone facing a similar moment.
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A place to start
Not sure where to begin? In this short video, OurBrainBank founder Jessica Morris shares the moments that mattered to her.
Your story can be simple. Share only what feels right.
Jessica Morris, 1963–2021
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From our community
Read experiences shared by people living with GBM, care partners, families, and those honoring someone they love.
My Brother Died of Brain Cancer. 20 Years Later, I Had It, Too.
I was told it didn’t run in families. Was it just chance?
We Are Living With Brain Cancer. Here’s How Biden Could Help Us.
Like Beau Biden, we have glioblastoma. It doesn’t get the attention it should.
Margaret writes about her and her husband Glenn’s glioblastoma experience, including becoming activists for better treatment.
Prof. Richard Scolyer is an Australian pathologist who’s bravely sharing his GBM journey
Patrick writes with intelligence and dark humor about what’s like living with GBM.
Long-term GBM survivor Adam Hayden’s hot take on living with a brain tumor.
Diagnosed at age 18 during a routine eye exam, Laura inspired the world with her bravery and spirit. She and her family raised an incredible amount of awareness about GBM.
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