McCaul, Quigley Recognize May as National Brain Tumor Awareness Month

WASHINGTON – This week, U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas) and Congressman Mike Quigley (D-Ill.) introduced a resolution recognizing May 2025 as National Brain Tumor Awareness Month.

“Among all childhood cancers, brain tumors are the leading cause of death, with a mere 25% survival rate — an unacceptable reality that no child or their family should have to face," said Rep. McCaul. "For years, I've fought to prioritize essential investments into cancer research, because far too many patients are left with limited options and little hope. This resolution is a step forward in raising awareness and advancing life-saving research to beat cancer once and for all.”

“Nearly 4,000 Illinois residents are diagnosed with a brain or central nervous system tumor each year. These cases wreak havoc on their patients’ physical, mental, and financial health,” said Rep. Quigley. “I’m proud to cosponsor this resolution each year to honor those who have lost their lives to these tumors and advocate for further research to defeat this disease.”

Background:

Each year, tens of thousands of Americans receive a primary brain tumor diagnosis which carries a five-year survival rate of only 36 percent for malignant tumors. Today, more than one million people in the United States are estimated to be living with a primary brain tumor and approximately 94,000 more will be diagnosed in 2025. Unfortunately, mortality rates associated with brain tumors have changed little in recent decades. They remain the leading cause of death from cancer in children and teens.

In addition to encouraging increased public awareness and expressing support for individuals battling brain tumors, Reps. McCaul and Quigley's resolution urges a collaborative approach to brain tumor research. This will harness advances made both by private, non-profit research foundations and federally supported medical research institutions.

Click here to read the full resolution text.

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