Newsroom : 2007

March 30, 2007 – Foundation Supporter Kris Campbell “Scrubs” in for TV Debut

The March 2 episode of the wacky and award-winning television comedy “Scrubs” offered the celebrated appearances of TMF board member Kris Campbell and her sister, Beth Shenberger. Kris shares her insights on her day with the stars, her role on the show, and the “udder” shock that accompanied her brush with Hollywood.

March 29, 2007 – Free Patient Education Program

Travel to Washington D.C. and experience this free educational program for patients and their families. Leading medical experts will explore the latest developments in radiosurgery and additional technologies in brain tumor treatment.

March 27, 2007 – Team McGraw Chosen as Charity partner for ING New York City Marathon 2007

Lace up your running shoes, break a sweat, and make a difference by joining Team McGraw as they take on the 26.2 mile challenge at the ING New York City Marathon 2007 this November to raise money and awareness in the fight against brain tumors.

Read more in “Foundation News.”

March 26, 2007 – Stress Reduction Preferences of Caregivers of Patients with Brain Tumors

The responsible and loving caregiver of a patient with a brain tumor often finds himself at an increased risk for experiencing elevated levels of stress. This study from the Tug McGraw Research Center explores different types of stress reduction programs and offers some healthy resources toward improved physical health and emotional well-being of the caregiver.

Read more in “Brian Cancer in the News.”

March 24, 2007 – Celebrities and QLu Ready to Change the World

With the help of some celebrities and cultural icons, this new service makes it easy to connect fans with their favorite heroes. Celebrity donations of clothes and other items go on auction through QLu to raise money for each star’s favorite charities, and another lucky buyer takes home a piece of her favorite superstar.

Read more in “Foundation News.”

March 21, 2007 – Share the Wealth with Summit Investment Management

Investors who want to make a difference with the nonprofits they support now have an easy-to-use tool, thanks to this innovative new program provided by Summit Investment Management.

Read more in “Press Releases.”

March 2, 2007 – Helping Children Cope: A Parent with a Brain Tumor

Brain tumors can cause many changes in a patient’s personality and behavior. When that patient is a parent, it can also lead to confusion, anger, and distress for their children. Here are some things you can do to support your children during this time.

Read more in “Brain Cancer in the News.”

February 23, 2007 – Cancer Drug Can Extend Survival in Patients with
Deadly Brain Tumors

Avastin, a relatively new type of drug that shrinks cancerous tumors by cutting off their blood supply, can slow the growth of the most common and deadly form of brain cancer, a pilot study conducted at Duke University Medical Center has found.

To read the full article, visit “Brain Cancer in the News.”

February 4, 2007 – Summit Investments Introduces Lifestyle Portfolios for TMF

Summit Investments introduces an exciting new series of portfolios that give investors the opportunity to pledge a portion of their investment gains to the Tug McGraw Foundation.

To learn more, visit Summit Investment Management.

February 4, 2007 – TMF Partners with DivineCaroline

“TMF would like to acknowledge the work of an inspiring new website called DivineCaroline. An enthusiastic supporter of our mission, DivineCaroline is a virtual sandbox for the everyday woman, and their ‘Body & Soul” area speaks volumes on Quality of Life. We are honored to partner with this promising new resource for women, and we appreciate their support through the coming year.” - Jennifer Brusstar: CEO and President, Tug McGraw Foundation

For more on DivineCaroline, visit “Foundation News.”

February 2, 2007 – You Can Manage Fatigue

If you’ve recently been diagnosed with a brain tumor, you might also find yourself wrestling with a lowered energy level or consistent fatigue. This recent article titled “You Can Manage Fatigue” shares some insights on how to identify and address some of its contributing factors.

Read more in "Brain Cancer in the News"

February 2, 2007 – Thinking with Brain Tumors

There are many different reasons why patients with brain tumors develop cognitive problems or personality changes. This article from the Preston Robert Tisch Brain Tumor Center at Duke explores how the location, size, and type of brain tumor or treatment can impact some of these changes.

Read more in "Brain Cancer in the News."