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Simple At-Home Exercises for Brain Tumor Patients

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.

Brain Swelling After Brain Tumor Surgery: What to Expect

When you or a loved one undergoes brain tumor surgery, there’s a lot to keep track of, including follow-ups, medications, rest, and healing. However, one thing that often causes worry right away is brain swelling. Is it normal? How much is too much? And what should you expect as the days and weeks go on?

After a Brain Tumor Diagnosis Came Hope

​After being diagnosed with glioblastoma, Sabrina Lewandowski embraced an aggressive, unconventional treatment plan at Duke's Preston Robert Tisch Brain Tumor Center, leading to her survival more than two decades later.

Honoring the Life and Legacy of Mia Love

Congresswoman Love surpassed her original prognosis and continued to be a voice of strength and resilience even in her final months. Her journey mirrored that of so many of our patients—individuals who choose to keep fighting, to keep advocating, and to keep believing in a better future for others.

What Are the Symptoms of a Frontal Lobe Brain Tumor?

The brain is an intricate command center, and when something disrupts its function, like a tumor, symptoms can show up in ways you wouldn’t expect. The frontal lobe, located at the front of the brain, controls crucial functions like thinking, movement, personality, and decision-making. But what are the warning signs of a frontal lobe brain tumor? Let’s take a closer look.

How to Manage Fatigue During Brain Tumor Treatment

Feeling exhausted all the time, no matter how much you rest? Fatigue is one of the most common challenges brain tumor patients face, and it can feel like a constant drain on your physical and mental energy. Unlike everyday tiredness, this fatigue can be relentless.