Glioblastoma Awareness Day
Shining a spotlight on a formidable adversary, raising awareness becomes a rallying call for collective understanding and action.
Mobilize communities through awareness campaigns and fundraising events that honor glioblastoma patients while driving donations and research support.
- Share gray-ribbon solidarity posts to amplify awareness and encourage workplace/community participation
- Highlight local 5K walk/run events and volunteer opportunities to build grassroots engagement
- Feature patient stories and research breakthroughs from partner organizations like the American Brain Tumor Association
- Partner with healthcare providers to educate on glioblastoma symptoms and clinical trial opportunities
Glioblastoma is a type of cancer where cells grow either on the spinal cord or the brain. It’s a rare and fast-growing cancer that mostly affects adults but can have devastating effects on those who have it. Although it is rare, it remains the most common form of primary brain tumor affecting adults.
The initial celebration of Glioblastoma Awareness Day took place in 2019 when it was supported by various members of the US Senate with the hope of leveraging support for research, development of treatments in support of patients and their families.
The purpose of Glioblastoma Awareness Day is to not only improve public awareness of this cancer, but also to show honor and respect to those who are currently living with it or who have lost their lives to glioblastoma.
Other Days of the Year events on the calendar to show support for brain tumors and other cancers include US Brain Tumor Awareness Month in May, Brain Tumour Awareness Month for Canada in March and Wear a Hat Day, also in March.
Wear Gray to Show Glioblastoma Support
Most cancers and some other illnesses have a special color that is used to show support for those who are affected by the disease. The ribbon color for brain cancers is gray, offering a nod to the gray matter of the brain. In honor of Glioblastoma Awareness Day, wear a gray ribbon, dress in gray, or fly a gray flag to show support. Perhaps it would be appropriate to take a photo wearing all gray and post it on social media to build awareness in support of the day.
Connect with a Charity
Those who want to do more than just raise awareness but are also able to help out might want to get connected with a non-profit organization that helps people or funds research. In honor of Glioblastoma Awareness Day, consider volunteering for a charity or making a financial donation. Different organizations include the Glioblastoma Research Organization, the American Brain Tumor Association, the National Brain Tumor Society and many others.
Join a Glioblastoma Awareness Day Event
Get involved, build community awareness and raise funds for research by joining a local event in honor of the day. Various 5K walk/run events have been put on through the Head for a Cure Foundation where competitive runners and novices alike are invited to join – including children! Check out their calendar for more info. Those who don’t find a local run might want to start one in their community in honor of Glioblastoma Awareness Day!