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Brain Tumors: A Closer Look at CNS Malignancies Through the Lives of Dikembe Mutombo and Jimmy Carter

The world recently lost NBA legend Dikembe Mutombo to brain cancer, while former President Jimmy Carter continues to defy expectations. Despite being diagnosed with metastatic melanoma, including brain and liver metastasis he has just celebrated his 100th birthday. These two public figures have brought significant attention to CNS (Central Nervous System) malignancies, sparking curiosity about the different types of brain tumors, how …

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