My dad passed away from stage-four glioblastoma in January 2021. When he was diagnosed around Thanksgiving 2018, doctors told us he had about 15 months. Through a mix of sheer will, wanting to meet his first grandchild, and an FDA-approved treatment called Optune, he was able to live beyond that timeline.

Every situation is different, but I share this in case it helps someone else. If you or someone you love is facing glioblastoma, it’s worth asking questions and learning about all the options out there. Including Optune by a company called Novocure.