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Poppy and Mia – Supporters story
Poppy and Mia – Supporters story
Earlier this year, Poppy and Mia received the devastating news that their Dad, Richard, had been diagnosed with glioblastoma. In 2026 they will take on the TCS London Marathon to honour Richard, and raise vital funds for research. Poppy shares their story.
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Leonie's Story
Leonie's Story
In late 2023, Leonie began waking suddenly during the night, inexplicably sensing an intense smell of greasy food. Four days before Christmas 2023, she had several partial seizures along with temporary loss of speech and more abnormal smells. This led to the diagnosis of an incurable brain tumour.
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Reprogramming immune cells to treat brain cancer
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The developmental origins of DMG – Research
The developmental origins of DMG – Research
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Unlocking new ways to detect and treat childhood ependymoma
Unlocking new ways to detect and treat childhood ependymoma
New research project - Migraine with aura
New research project - Migraine with aura
Research into cluster headache
Research into cluster headache
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Research into treatment for headache and facial pain
Research into treatment for headache and facial pain
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Shannon and Steve – Supporter's story
Shannon and Steve – Supporter's story
In February 2024, Shannon's dad, Steve, was found unconscious on the kitchen floor. He was rushed to hospital, where scans revealed that he had suffered a catastrophic brain bleed.
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