May is Brain Cancer Awareness Month, a time to notice a life-altering diagnosis that affects nearly 700,000 people in the U.S. The gray ribbon worn serves as a powerful symbol of hope and awareness. This month helps teach people about warning signs to watch for, like long-lasting headaches, trouble seeing clearly, feeling unsteady, having a hard time remembering things, and acting differently than usual.
During this month, people work together to help patients and their loved ones, collect money for important studies, and teach everyone about how brain cancer can affect anyone, young or old. You can help by wearing gray ribbons, posting facts on social media, going to events in your area, or joining walks that raise money. It’s also a special time to celebrate those who have survived brain cancer and remember those who didn’t make it.
It’s also a special time to celebrate those who have survived brain cancer and remember those who didn’t make it. Doctors, scientists, and volunteers work hard all year to find better treatments and hopefully one day, a cure. Every person who helps spread awareness, makes a difference, no matter how small their contribution might seem. Brain cancer can make everyday tasks harder for patients. But there are many helpful tools and strategies that can make things easier.
During awareness month, people share tips and ideas about how to overcome these challenges and stay positive. Many families are affected by brain cancer and they share their stories during this month, helping others understand what it’s like to face this challenge. These personal stories remind us why it’s so important to support research and help those who are fighting brain cancer right now.
Let’s take this month to support and celebrate everyone fighting cancer. Their strength, courage and resilience are amazing, and honor their brave battle every step of the way.