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August is National Wellness Month, a time to focus on self-care, managing stress, and building healthy routines. For patients, caregivers, and survivors navigating a brain tumor diagnosis, wellness is not a luxury. It is an essential part of care. At the Preston Robert Tisch Brain Tumor Center, we believe that supporting quality of life is just as important as treating the tumor. Our approach to wellness centers around supportive care, education, and whole-person healing.

Seizures are a common symptom of glioblastoma. Discover why they happen, how they’re treated, and what support is available for patients managing both epilepsy and brain cancer.

Worried about memory changes, headaches, or other symptoms? This guide helps you prepare for an informed, productive conversation with your doctor about possible brain tumor signs.

When you or a loved one is facing a brain cancer diagnosis, one of the first questions you may ask is, "What’s the best treatment?" It’s a natural question, and an important one. The answer depends on many factors, but the good news is that there are more options today than ever before.

An early question that brain tumor patients and caregivers often ask is, “Will I need surgery?” The idea of brain surgery can feel overwhelming, especially when you're still trying to process a diagnosis. And while surgery is often part of treatment, it’s not the only option.

When we talk about early childhood brain development, most of us imagine crawling babies, colorful toys, and milestones like first words or first steps. But at The Preston Robert Tisch Brain Tumor Center at Duke, we often meet families where this development journey takes an unexpected turn. 

A brain tumor diagnosis changes a person physically, emotionally, and mentally. It's common to feel overwhelmed, anxious, or low, especially during treatment. Many patients don’t realize that intentional exercise can make a meaningful difference in how they feel, both in body and spirit.

Chemotherapy, often called “chemo,” is one of the most common treatments for cancer. But if you or someone you love is facing a brain cancer treatment, the word can bring up a lot of questions. What exactly is chemotherapy? When is it used? And what does it feel like to go through it? This guide is here to walk you through the basics.

When you’re going through treatment for a brain tumor or healing after surgery, food can feel like a double-edged sword. You know you need to eat to stay strong, but side effects like nausea, fatigue, and changes in taste can make that tough. And when you’re already tired, standing in the kitchen for an hour is the last thing you want to do.

When you're recovering from a brain tumor or navigating treatment, movement might feel like the last thing on your to-do list. But gentle, consistent exercise (right from your own living room) can make a powerful difference. Whether you're dealing with fatigue, balance changes, or just not feeling like yourself, there are simple ways to get moving without pushing too hard.