World Brain Tumour Day 2026 observed on June 8

Key facts

• World Brain Tumour Day is observed annually on June 8 to raise awareness about brain tumours and their impact on patients and healthcare systems.
• The official theme for World Brain Tumour Day 2026 is A Closer Look, which encourages a deeper understanding of the realities of living with the disease.
• Brain tumours are classified as primary when they develop directly in the brain or secondary (metastatic) when they spread from cancers originating in other parts of the body.
• Diagnostic tools used to determine the type and extent of a tumour include neurological examinations, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scans, Computed Tomography (CT) scans, and biopsy procedures.
• Standard treatment approaches for the condition include surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and advanced methods such as immunotherapy and precision medicine.