Recognizing May 2026 as Brain Tumor Awareness Month, raising awareness of the impact of brain tumors on individuals, families, and communities, and promoting education, research, and support for those affected. Whereas, Brain tumors are among the most complex and life-altering forms of cancer, affecting both children and adults, with more than 700,000 people in the United States currently living with a primary brain tumor; and Whereas, Brain tumors can be either malignant or benign, yet both can be life-threatening due to their location and impact on essential brain functions, often resulting in long-term physical, cognitive, and emotional challenges; and Whereas, Each year, nearly 90,000 individuals in the United States are diagnosed with a primary brain tumor, and brain tumors remain the leading cause of cancer-related death in children and adolescents; and Whereas, Despite advances in medical research and treatment, survival rates for many types of brain tumors remain low, underscoring the urgent need for increased funding, innovative research, and improved treatment options; and Whereas, Patients diagnosed with brain tumors often face significant barriers, including delayed diagnoses, limited treatment options, high medical costs, and disparities in access to specialized care; and Whereas, Caregivers, families, healthcare providers, and advocacy organizations play a vital role in supporting those affected by brain tumors, providing critical care, resources, and hope throu…
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