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Connection Between Cell Phones and Brain Cancer Still ‘Grey Zone’

The debate surrounding the connection between cell phone use and brain tumors is ongoing as evidence is still inconclusive. Studies conducted by the World Health Organization (WHO) and other organizations over the last few years have strivedto understand if there is a connection between cell phones and brain cancer.

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An App a Day

The fast-growing app community is a great resource for patients and caregivers looking for support during this life-changing journey. The sheer number of apps can be overwhelming. Start by exploring some of these free apps to get a feel for what you like and need in online support.

 

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Mayo Clinic Webinar on Adult Brain Tumors

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Participate in a live, interactive webinar on Adult Brain Tumors: From Diagnosis to Recovery.

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The ‘Awe and Mystery’ of the Human Brain: An Interview with Henry Marsh, MD.

Listen to excerpts from Dr. Marsh’s new memoir, ‘Do No Harm,’ on Fresh Air with Terry Gross. They explore the complexities and beauty of the brains including the topic of surgery for brain tumors and other conditions. Listen here >> http://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2015/05/26/409719011/a-neurosurgeon-reflects-on-the-awe-and-mystery-of-the-brain

Brain Tumors Treated with Exterior Head Device Instead of Chemotherapy or Radiation

When surgery and chemotherapy produced mediocre results in treating Robert Townsend’s glioblastoma, he turned to a new device called the NovoTTF-100A system. This device is placed directly on the scalp and kills tumor cells as they are dividing by interrupting the process of mitosis. Learn more about this experimental treatment here >> http://www.foxnews.com/health/2015/02/25/new-device-shows-promise-in-treating-deadly-brain-tumors/