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Campaign for Frozen Brain Tumor Tissue Gains Momentum

1/7/2026

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  • Ellie James campaigns for legislation to freeze brain tumor tissue removed during surgery, citing her husband Owain's 2024 death.
  • She says frozen tissue could have improved treatment options, because Owain had limited access to an immunotherapy vaccine.
  • In a House of Commons debate, UK health minister Ashley Dalton acknowledged the need for careful tissue storage policy changes.
  • Brain Tumour Research backs expanded frozen tissue storage for personalized treatments and trials.