Each year,well over 100,000 people in the United States and 10,000 people in Canada will be diagnosed with a primary or metastatic brain tumor. There are over 100 different types of brain tumors. The diversity of brain tumors complicates treatment. The incidence of certain brain tumors is increasing. The reason for this increase is unknown.
Brain tumors can be malignant or benign, and in either case can be life threatening.
Because brain tumors are located at the control center for thought, emotion and movement, their effects can be devastating. The Coalition represents almost 200,000 patients, family members and friends with a commitment to ensuring that brain tumors are eliminated, and that those afflicted receive quality health care and other needed services.