United States House of Representatives Declares May National Brain Tumor Awareness Month

May 22, 2008

On May 21, 2008, the United States House of Representatives declared May “National Brain Tumor Awareness Month.” By a voice vote, the House approved H. Res. 1124, a resolution sponsored by Representative Janice Schakowsky (D-IL), and by this action established May as National Brain Tumor Awareness Month.

The North American Brain Tumor Coalition expresses its deep gratitude to Representative Schakowsky for her leadership in introducing the resolution and also its thanks to the 108 Representatives who joined as cosponsors.

The news about the brain tumor diagnosis of Senator Edward Kennedy has raised the entire nation’s awareness of brain tumors. This news has touched us all, not the least because Senator Kennedy has been a tireless champion of those who need access to (more...)

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North American Brain Tumor Coalition Extends Best Wishes to Senator Edward Kennedy

May 21, 2008

The North American Brain Tumor Coalition extends its best wishes and prayers to Senator Edward M. Kennedy and his family on his diagnosis with a malignant glioma.

Brain tumor survivors and their families, friends, and caregivers have had Senator Kennedy as their champion in the Congress, fighting for better health care for all and for a strong federal investment in biomedical research. By championing major health care initiatives and responding to the needs of individuals, Senator Kennedy has improved the lives of those battling cancer.

We know that he will show the same courage in this fight that he has shown in the Senate in crafting and passing ambitious health care leigslation against long odds.

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Support for National Brain Tumor Awareness Month Surges

May 10, 2008

More than 100 Members of the House of Representatives have joined as cosponsors of H. Res 1124, a resolution to establish May as National Brain Tumor Awareness Month. With this level of support, the House Energy and Commerce Committee may — but is not required to — consider the resolution and refer it to the full House.

The rapid increase in the number of cosponsors can be directly attributed to the aggressive efforts of brain tumor advocates to persuade their Representatives to support the resolution. Although 100 cosponsors triggers the possibility of committee approval, that action is not a certainty. The North American Brain Tumor Coalition encourages all brain tumor advocates to contact their United States (more...)

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