Another fantastic live debate originally broadcast on 19th April 2011. Presented by ex-brain tumour patient Peter Wilkinson discusses the key points of the Brain Tumour manifesto which highlights a need for early diagnosis, better quality of treatment and need for more research. In the audience discussing these issues are professionals, charity workers, ex-patients and their families.

The following charities are mentioned in this film –

“Brain Tumour UK is the leading, caring charity committed to fighting brain tumours. Our personalised support is available online, on the phone, by email and through support groups. Our scientific research improves the quality of life for brain tumour patients and identifies better treatments.We raise awareness to change things for the better, for everyone affected by a brain tumour.”

For more info visit their website     : www.braintumouruk.org.uk

or email support@braintumouruk.org.uk

Helpline number: 0845 4500 386

“Samantha Dickson Brain Tumour Trust (SDBTT) is the largest adult and childhood brain tumour charity dedicated to research and support in the UK. Since the charity was set up in 1996 we’ve raised nearly £10m for brain tumour research and support services and the charity is proud to be the largest dedicated funder of brain tumour research in the UK. We are also leading a project on earlier diagnosis of brain tumours in children and young adults, which you can read about at www.braintumourtrust.co.uk/diagnosis”

For more info visit their website: www.braintumourtrust.co.uk

Or email enquiries@sdbtt.co.uk

Helpline number: 0845 130 9733