Hydrocephalus Blog & Resources
AHCRN Awarded $14 Million NINDS Grant to Study Effectiveness of Shunt Treatment for idiopathic Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
The AHCRN, one of three research networks HA funds, was awarded a $14 million federal grant to study the effectiveness of shunt treatment for NPH.
Read MoreTECHNOLOGY UPDATE: Rhaeos, Inc. Awarded NIH Grant to Advance Development of FlowSense Wireless Sensor
Rhaeos, Inc. was awarded an NIH grant to advance their development of wearable sensors to detect failed shunts in patients with hydrocephalus.
Read More2021 WALK to End Hydrocephalus Raises over $1.6 Million
Our WALK to End Hydrocephalus program had a successful year, raising over $1.6 million for HA’s research, support, education and advocacy efforts.
Read MoreIsabella Advocates for Children in Congress
Like many kids living with hydrocephalus, Isabella is a fighter. This year, she brought her fighting spirit to Congress advocating for better healthcare services for children!
Read MoreAnnouncing our 2021 Hydrocephalus Association Scholarship Recipients!
The Hydrocephalus Association (HA) is pleased and honored to announce our 2021 Hydrocephalus Association Scholarship Recipients.
Read MoreFighting for Hydrocephalus Funding in Congress. October Update
October has been a busy time for Congress, and the Hydrocephalus Association has been hard at work ensuring that we have a seat at the table. We have an exciting new bill introduced and an update on congressional funding for hydrocephalus research.
Read MoreResearch 101: Generalizability
The concept of Generalizability in research studies is especially important for individuals living with hydrocephalus because there are so many different causes.
Read MoreCongressman Mike Levin Joins Congressional Hydrocephalus Caucus
Caucus helps families impacted by a brain condition that has no cure. Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) has joined…
Read MoreCongresswoman Cindy Axne Joins Congressional Hydrocephalus Caucus
Caucus helps find solutions for the leading cause of brain surgery in children. Rep. Cindy Axne (IA-3) has…
Read MoreThe Hydrocephalus Scoop on Capitol Hill – Sept/Oct 2021
The Hydrocephalus Association has been busy protecting hydrocephalus-related research dollars in Congress, and working with members Congress to recognize National Hydrocephalus Awareness Month.
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