Ependymoma Awareness Video
The Ependymoma Awareness Day virtual program includes educational and awareness content from CERN Advisors and Members, historical clips from previous EAD events, key issues from the ependymoma community, and concludes with a butterfly release.
“I watched and thought - if only THIS is what people would see when they Google 'ependymoma'!!! Such great information!” Beth
Referrals
Connecting you with neuro-oncologists who specialize in treating ependymoma.
Where to Start
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Ependymoma Basics
If you or a loved one has just been diagnosed, we are here to help you get the facts on ependymoma. Learn More
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Support
Ways you can help care for yourself or a loved one during and after ependymoma treatment. Learn More
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Diagnosis
Learn how ependymoma is diagnosed, what it looks like and what to do after being diagnosed. Learn More
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Resources
Find resources from other patients and caregivers and experts in the medical community. Learn More
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Treatment
To make the best ependymoma treatment decisions, you need to understand all of your options. Learn More
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Get Involved
Ways you can help us expand our understanding of ependymoma, raise additional funding, or create more awareness of ependymoma. Learn More
“When I was first diagnosed six years ago - my life was turned upside down. I contacted the CERN Foundation and they were so kind and genuinely interested in providing information and direction. With their help, I was able to find a medical center experienced in treating ependymoma.”
CERN Headlines
CERN Foundation Releases Ependymoma Community Blog Series
This series of blog articles is written by members of the ependymoma community. Some are ependymoma survivors and others are caregivers. They share their advice to help others with ependymoma cope with their illness.
- Nov12
Common diabetes drug promising against rare childhood brain tumor in laboratory studies
In cell and mouse models, metformin suppressed tumor growth in group A posterior fossa ependymomas. - Sep24
Ependymoma Key Issues Article featured in the 2021/2022 edition of Brain Tumour Magazine, published by the IBTA
A collaborative exercise to raise awareness of the unique issues facing a rare brain and spinal cord tumor community. - Sep15
What advice do you have for other ependymoma parents?
We asked our community to share their advice for other ependymoma parents with a newly diagnosed child. We received numerous responses. Thank you for your participation! Read their advice for pediatric ependymoma families.