Category: 5k Runs & Walks

Omaha Physician Spotlight – Dr. Nicole Shonka

Head for the Cure exists to ignite hope within the brain cancer community while aiming to increase vital clinical research and patient programs. As our local beneficiary and member of the Brain Tumor Trials Collaborative (BTTC), the University of Nebraska Medical Center greatly contributes to that mission. We would like to shine a light on one of those wonderful individuals, Dr. Nicole Shonka, Associate Professor in the Division of Oncology and Hematology, and get to know them a little better. Enjoy!

Honoring Little Owl’s Memory

Head for the Cure has always supported all brain tumor patients and caregivers, no matter the circumstance, but we knew more could be done in our dedication to supporting the youngest fighters and thrivers.

St. Louis Physician Spotlight – Dr. Milan Chheda

Head for the Cure exists to ignite hope within the brain cancer community while aiming to increase vital clinical research and patient programs. As our local beneficiary and member of the Brain Tumor Trials Collaborative (BTTC), Siteman Cancer Center at Washington University School of Medicine and Barnes-Jewish Hospital greatly contributes to that mission. We would like to shine a light on one of those wonderful individuals, Dr. Milan Chheda, Associate Professor and Director of Neuro-Oncology, Department of Medicine, and get to know them a little better. Enjoy!

Go Gray in May – Defeating Childhood Brain Cancer Step by Step

May is Brain Tumor Awareness Month and we want you to Go Gray in May! This year, every donation made to Head for the Cure during May will be matched in honor and memory of Gary Lichtenstein. He was diagnosed with brain cancer in March of 2003 and after a valiant battle passed away in […]

Charleston Physician Spotlight – Dr. Scott Lindhorst

Head for the Cure exists to ignite hope within the brain cancer community while aiming to increase vital clinical research and patient programs. As our local beneficiary and member of the Brain Tumor Trials Collaborative (BTTC), MUSC – Hollings Cancer Center greatly contributes to that mission. We would like to shine a light on one of those wonderful […]

NC Triangle Physician Spotlight – Dr. Yasmeen Rauf

Head for the Cure exists to ignite hope within the brain cancer community while aiming to increase vital clinical research and patient programs. As our local beneficiary and member of the Brain Tumor Trials Collaborative (BTTC), the UNC Brain Tumor Program greatly contributes to that mission. We would like to shine a light on one of those wonderful individuals […]

Release of “Rare Enough”

Each of us can remember all too well the first time we heard the words “brain cancer”. For DJ Stewart, those words came after having a seizure during his first day of a new job. He couldn’t have imagined what the next few years would bring, but now he’s sharing his journey with the world […]

Celebrate 20 Years of Head for the Cure!

For 20 years the mission of Head for the Cure has been to raise awareness and funding to inspire hope for the community of brain cancer patients, their families, friends, caregivers and other supporters, while celebrating their courage, spirit and energy. To commemorate all the milestones and memories we are proud to offer this 20th […]

Meet Dr. Roy A. Jensen – The University of Kansas Cancer Center

Meet Dr. Roy Jensen Head for the Cure exists to ignite hope within the brain cancer community while aiming to increase vital clinical research and patient programs. As our local beneficiary and member of the Brain Tumor Trials Collaborative (BTTC), The University of Kansas Cancer Center greatly contributes to that mission. We would like to shine a light on […]

Meet Dr. Toral Patel – UT Southwestern Medical Center

MEET DR. Toral Patel Head for the Cure exists to ignite hope within the brain cancer community while aiming to increase vital clinical research and patient programs. As our local beneficiary and member of the Brain Tumor Trials Collaborative (BTTC), UT Southwestern Medical Center greatly contributes to that mission. We would like to shine a light on one of those […]

Central Texas Survivor Spotlight – Laura T.

Did you know for malignant brain tumor patients, the five-year relative survival rate following diagnosis is 36%? Laura Towne has beaten those odds and is celebrating her five-year survivorship! Each year, her team #kickingcanceroutoftowne participates in the Head for the Cure 5K – Central Texas to celebrate Laura Towne and her courageous battle with brain cancer. By participating in […]

Meet Dr. Bradley Lega – UT Southwestern Medical Center

MEET DR. BRADLEY LEGA Head for the Cure exists to ignite hope within the brain cancer community while aiming to increase vital clinical research and patient programs. As our local beneficiary and member of the Brain Tumor Trials Collaborative (BTTC), UT Southwestern Medical Center greatly contributes to that mission. We would like to shine a light on one of those […]

Make an Impact in 2021!

We can’t thank you enough for your support throughout 2020! Your generosity helped raise nearly $2.2 million last year to support clinical research initiatives at our local beneficiaries and the Brain Tumor Trials Collaborative, in addition to important programs including Brains for the Cure! As we continue our mission in 2021, we hope we can count on your support once again. Here’s to an even more […]

Detroit Survivor Spotlight – Stephanie N

Each year, teams participate in our annual Head for the Cure 5K – Detroit. Steph’s Star Steppers participates to celebrate Stephanie Nave’s story and courageous battle with brain cancer. By participating in this event, you are helping fund research and programs to support the brain tumor community. Learn more about Stephanie below! I found out I […]

Matt Anthony & Dr. John Boockvar Discuss GBM Awareness Day

Today marks the 2nd National GBM Awareness Day. This day is crucial to building awareness around this disease that is incredibly under-researched because of the lack of funding to support those efforts. Head for the Cure is honoring this day with an exclusive interview with our local beneficiary and featured physician in the Lenox Hill […]

Glioblastoma Awareness Day 2020

Glioblastoma Awareness Day will be on July 22nd this year! Led by the National Brain Tumor Society (NBTS), the brain tumor community has advocated for the resolutions H.Res.1004/S.Res.617 to designate July 22, 2020 as Glioblastoma Awareness Day. These resolutions were supported by Senators Lindsey Graham (R-SC), Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ), Martha McSally (R-AZ), Ed Markey (D-MA), […]

Start a Neighborhood Walk in Support of Your Brain Tumor Community!

Looking for ways to get your friends, family, and neighbors involved in this year’s race? We have some simple and helpful tools to help you reach your community! Create a Neighborhood Walk in Support of Your Brain Tumor Community STEP 1. Schedule your neighborhood walk. Pick a day that you think would work best for those in […]

Video Testimonials for Virtual Events

Share your story to build awareness and ignite hope for those who have been impacted by a brain tumor diagnosis. Whether it’s sharing a story of survivorship or a story of fighting in memory of or in honor of someone who has fought this disease, we can ignite hope! Here are some tips and questions […]

Igniting Hope Within the NC Triangle Brain Tumor Community

Each year Head for the Cure invites you to Go Gray in May for Brain Cancer Awareness Month, and this week we are sharing inspiring stories about those igniting hope within the brain tumor community! At this year’s 6th Annual Head for the Cure 5K – NC Triangle we will ignite hope and show support […]

Pete’s Pride – Igniting Hope within Detroit’s Brain Tumor Community

Each year Head for the Cure invites you to Go Gray in May for Brain Cancer Awareness Month, and this week we are sharing inspiring stories about those igniting hope within the brain tumor community! At this year’s 7th Annual Head for the Cure 5K – Detroit we will ignite hope and show support for all who have been […]

Haselow’s Cruzin’ – Igniting Hope within the Chicago Brain Tumor Community

Each year Head for the Cure invites you to Go Gray in May for Brain Cancer Awareness Month, and this week we are sharing inspiring stories about those igniting hope within the brain tumor community! At this year’s 7th Annual Head for the Cure 5K – Chicago we will ignite hope and show support for all who have […]