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The Boston Brain Tumor Ride

May is National Brain Tumor Awareness Month, calling attention to the need for greater public awareness about the disease and more funding for research to find a cure.


Almost 700,000 people in the United States are living with a primary brain or central nervous system tumor. This year alone, another 69,000 people are expected to receive that same diagnosis. Brain tumors are the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in children under age 10.  An estimated 14,000 people in the United States will die from brain cancer this  year alone.More so than any other cancer, a brain tumor can have life-altering psychological, cognitive, behavioral, and physical side effects. Despite these facts, brain tumor research remains underfunded; in fact, there are only four (4) FDA-approved drugs available today to treat brain tumors.

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The Boston Brain Tumor Ride is an inspiring, family-friendly bike ride that connects teams of brain tumor survivors, patients, family members, caregivers, and friends all committed to supporting and honoring those affected by this deadly disease and raising money to find a cure.


For the first time, a Fun Ride will be held for children ages five and under. All participants must wear a helmet, provide their own bicycle or tricycle, be accompanied by an adult, and have a signed waiver. The Kids’ Ride will start in the parking lot after the start of the Boston Brain Tumor Ride.

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All proceeds benefit the National Brain Tumor Society (www.braintumor.org), the largest nonprofit organization dedicated to the brain tumor community in the U.S., and go toward raising vital awareness and funding critical brain tumor research for the discovery of new treatments, and ultimately, a cure. This marks the 20th year that the National Brain Tumor Society has been leading the fight against brain tumors.
 

To learn more about the Boston Brain Tumor Ride, register to ride, volunteer, or donate, please visit www.braintumorride.org/boston. Join us and make a difference in the lives of all those affected by brain tumors.

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