Newsroom : 2007

June 19, 2007 – Innovative Clinical Trial Begins for Patients Diagnosed with Primary Glioma

The Tug McGraw Foundation offers this exciting news about a groundbreaking new clinical trial currently underway in conjunction with the National Cancer Institute. This trial explores the impact of alternative and dietary interventions along with other compatible therapies in the treatment of brain tumors.

Read more in "Brain Cancer in the News."

June 1, 2007 – TMF and ABC2 Collaborate to Fund Innovative UCSF Research

The Tug McGraw Foundation and Accelerate Brain Cancer Cure have jointly awarded a $145,000 research grant to Dr. Joseph Costello from the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) for his work to control brain tumor growth. This grant represents a unique collaboration among two top brain tumor organizations joining forces to fund research that holds the potential to dramatically improve the lives of patients living with brain cancer.

Read more in “Press Releases.”

May 18, 2007 – College Center Fielder Is Shining Example of “Ya Gotta Believe”

Matt Lawson is a standout center fielder for the University of California in San Diego baseball team.  He is the captain of the baseball team…and now, he is a brain tumor patient.  As he leads his team into the NCAA finals, this young man inspires his team, his coach, and his entire community with an unwavering “Ya Gotta Believe” spirit.

With additional comments from his coach, Dan O’Brien – read his story as we cheer on Lawson as his team takes the field, led by a stirring and unflappable champion.

Read more in “Foundation News.”

May 15, 2007 – Foundation Takes on New Role as Advocate in Washington, D.C.

The Tug McGraw Foundation took a new step in the fight for a greater quality of life on behalf of those confronted with brain tumors by taking on the role of advocate with a recent visit to Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C.

Read more in “Foundation News.”

May 14, 2007 – The Caregiver of the Year Award

Each year, the Tug McGraw Foundation receives hundreds of letters from patients describing their gratitude for the person who has helped care for them. Our Foundation’s mission is to improve the quality of life for brain tumor patients and caregivers. Annually, we present three awards; this year, we are adding a fourth - Caregiver of the Year.

Read more in “Foundation News.”

May 3, 2007 – Distress Levels and Cancer-Related Items of Concern in Brain Tumor Population

Distress is a major concern for cancer patients. Patients with brain tumors are particularly at risk for elevated levels of stress because of the severe functional, cognitive and neuropsychological symptoms of the disease. A study at the Tug McGraw Center at Duke is working to identify the extent and causes of this kind of distress.

Read more in “Brain Cancer in the News.”

May 3, 2007 – Tim McGraw’s Band Members to Run Marathon for TMF

As the Tug McGraw Foundation looks forward to seeing the first Team McGraw runners take to the streets for the ING New York City Marathon 2007, we proudly welcome two members of honorary chairman Tim McGraw’s band, the Dancehall Doctors, to the team.

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April 23, 2007 – Cancer Survivor, 8, Leaves a Lasting Impression

The toughest guy on the baseball field stood just over three feet tall. He’s never had an enemy, but he’s claimed a victory in a battle many adults struggle to win. This shining star, Jimmy McKeon, tossed out the ceremonial first pitch of the game and left something special on the hearts of everyone in attendance.

April 15, 2007 – NBTF and TMF Partner in Support of Patient Education

Today, April 15, the National Brain Tumor Foundation (NBTF) and the Tug McGraw Foundation partnered with BrainLAB and other medical leaders in the field of brain tumor treatment to discuss the latest treatment options available and provide patients with the information they need to make the right choices with their physicians through this free educational program.

Read more in “Press Releases .”