23 June 2026
After being diagnosed with a high grade brain tumour, Elaine faced treatment, family worries and major life changes. With support from Brain Tumour Support, she found space to talk, adapt and keep moving forward.
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23 June 2026
Robert’s story: finding hope again on the waves From childhood, Robert’s passion was surfing. As a competitive rower too, he had always been fit, active and happiest when he was outdoors and on the water. Then, in March 2025, everything…
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8 March 2026
Like a lot of our regular givers, Shirley has a very personal reason for supporting our charity. In 2003 doctors discovered her son Michael had a rare pineal germinoma germ cell tumour. He was just 12 years old. Life changed…
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5 March 2026
Elena was diagnosed with a brain tumour at nineteen, just as she was about to start university. She shares how that moment changed her life, the long-term impact of her diagnosis and why ongoing support continues to matter.
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10 November 2025
“When I was first diagnosed, I wasn’t offered any counselling or guidance. It was overwhelming and lonely. And when I learned my tumour was growing again, I faced a whole new set of emotional challenges — not just for me, but for Ruby too.”
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26 August 2025
We often see the supportive and therapeutic role that dogs can play in helping people through the most difficult of times. Their sensitivity, loyalty and ability to live in the moment make them the most special companions. They can also…
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22 August 2025
Hannah Cargill’s life was touched more than most by brain tumours. After sadly losing her mum to a brain tumour in 2024, Hannah herself also received a devastating diagnosis, and tragically she passed away in March 2026. Hannah’s zest for…
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3 July 2025
Twelve years on from his original brain tumour diagnosis, Darren is keen to look for ways to support and encourage others on a similar journey. We’re grateful to him for sharing his story and insights he has gained through his…
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20 June 2025
In 2017, Chris’s life was changed by a brain tumour diagnosis, and in the time since he has faced recurrences and ongoing challenges. He regularly attends our monthly Men’s Support Group and finds it helpful to talk about his experiences…
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19 April 2025
Sarah’s work and family life changed suddenly in 2018 when she fell ill and was diagnosed with a pituitary tumour. It is a condition which has also affected her cousin Leticia. In order to raise awareness, they both shared their…
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11 April 2025
Malcolm lived a very active life, full of adventures alongside his wife Mary – his ‘rock and inspiration throughout 37 years’. After the shock of being told he had an inoperable brain tumour, he was determined to continue to enjoy…
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6 March 2025
Sian’s busy life, working as a health care assistant as well as running her own small baking business, and being a devoted mum of two young children, changed suddenly when a brain tumour was diagnosed after tests for an unrelated…
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