World Brain Tumour Day
Raising brain tumour awareness and celebrating our brain tumour warriors
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On World Brain Tumour Day, hear from real patients and families sharing their brain tumour journeys
Dave's Story
Dave was a fit and healthy 41 year old, a loving husband and devoted father to their two young boys Duke and Banks, who were just 4 and 11 months when he first started experiencing symptoms. A trip to the emergency room led to a devastating diagnosis, Stage IV Glioblastoma - the most aggressive type of brain tumour. Dave threw absolutely everything into the fight against his disease, undergoing an intense treatment regime, but just 7 months later he passed away in July 2022. Chloe and their boys are continuing the fight and keeping Dave's memory alive through Brave for Dave, the platform they created to raise brain cancer awareness, support families on their own brain cancer journey and raise vital funds for brain cancer research
Tarnya's Story
Tarnya experienced a speech seizure in September 2021 while at work, and a CT scan on admission revealed a brain lesion that was later diagnosed as glioblastoma. She shared with us her journey through treatment and recovery, valuable advice for those affected by a brain tumour diagnosis and why she is passionate about raising awareness and funding for brain tumour research. Stay tuned to hear the quirky gift she provided her neurosurgeon Dr Santoreneos at her latest follow up appointment!
Terence's Story
Terence’s brain tumour was picked up incidentally in 2016 after he noticed some blurriness in his right eye during a routine medical check up. Due to his role as a RAAF Flight Sergeant this led to further eye tests and eventually an MRI, where he was found to have an oligodendroglioma. Watch as he shares his journey through diagnosis and treatment, the importance of supporting your mental welbeing, finding a good support network and embracing life as best you can.
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