The devastating impact of brain cancer

Brain cancer is the sixth deadliest cancer in the United States, with a survival rate of only 33.8%. According to the American Cancer Society, in 2025 an estimated 24,820 (14,040 men and 10,780 women) in the US alone will be diagnosed with primary cancerous tumors of the brain and other nervous system cancers. Fortunately, not all brain tumors are malignant. In fact, if caught early, brain cancer can sometimes be cured. All brain tumors, however, are potentially dangerous because of their size and location.Click on to learn more about this cancer, how to identify the symptoms, and the treatment options available.