25 News reporter Tyler Lopez takes a closer look at glioblastoma and its impact in Central Illinois, including multiple cases in Washington and surrounding communities that raised questions about why this rare brain cancer occurs.
The story follows Dr. Andrew Tsung and researchers at the University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria as they work to better understand why glioblastoma can be so difficult to treat and why treatments that initially work can eventually stop working. It also highlights research happening in Peoria aimed at finding more effective treatments.
KBStrong is featured for its efforts to raise funds for the Brain Tumor Lab at UICOMP, helping support the local research working toward answers and better outcomes for people with glioblastoma.
Read the full 25 News report, “Glioblastoma: The Silent Killer.”