Brain Aneurysm Foundation

03/13/2026

Meet Maureen, Director of Database Operations at the Brain Aneurysm Foundation.
From improving donor data systems to supporting fundraising and analytics, Maureen helps keep the behind-the-scenes work that powers BAF running smoothly. Swipe to read more.

03/12/2026

Boston Marathon Giving Day is here, and our TeamBAF runners are training hard to make every mile count for brain aneurysm awareness, research, and support. Today, you can help fuel their journey by making a donation to support their efforts and bring us closer to a world free from the devastation of brain aneurysms. Every dollar makes a difference. Support them here, https://www.givengain.com/campaign/2026bafboston

03/12/2026

"Early detection shouldn't depend on tragedy, luck, or whether a family can afford a scan." The Brain Aneurysm Foundation is bringing advocates to Washington on March 18 to fight for research funding and insurance coverage that could save lives. Read the full press release here, https://www.bafound.org/news/the-brain-aneurysm-foundation-returns-to-capitol-hill-to-urge-congress-to-boost-research-funding-and-expand-access-to-life-saving-screenings/

Annual Advocacy Day brings survivors and families to Washington to call for action on early detection, prevention, and insurance coverage for those with a family history of rupture The Brain […]

03/11/2026

Every journey is different. It’s normal to feel anger at how a brain aneurysm changes life. Healing means showing up each day, facing the obstacles, and moving toward strength and resilience.

03/10/2026

Among patients evaluated in an emergency department for headaches, studies show that approximately 1 in 100 may have a ruptured brain aneurysm, while other research estimates the number could be as high as 4 in 100.

Knowing the warning signs and seeking immediate medical care for a sudden, severe “worst headache of your life” can save a life. Learn more at bafound.org.

03/09/2026

A brain aneurysm is a weak, bulging area in an artery in the brain. Because the walls may be thin, an aneurysm is at risk of rupturing. If it ruptures, blood can spill into the space between the skull and the brain, which is a life-threatening emergency. Learn more at bafound.org.

03/07/2026

What’s the most uplifting thing another brain aneurysm survivor has said to you? The words we share can remind someone they’re not alone, that healing takes time, and that strength shows up in so many ways. Drop a comment and let’s lift each other up.

03/06/2026

Curious about brain aneurysms? Dr. Spiotta explains what a cerebral aneurysm is, how it forms, and why understanding it matters.
Watch this short to get the key facts in under a minute.

03/05/2026

Didn’t get into the lottery for the New York City Marathon? Don’t worry—there’s still a way to run one of the most iconic races in the world. The TeamBAF application is now open to run the New York City Marathon with the Brain Aneurysm Foundation.
Apply here: https://charityteamsruns.wufoo.com/forms/2026-team-baf-tcs-nyc-marathona/

03/04/2026

Join the Brain Aneurysm Foundation for the Washington, D.C. Run/Walk on March 21, 2026, in Washington, D.C.. Lace up and stand with survivors, families, caregivers, and advocates as we come together to raise awareness and support the brain aneurysm community.

Hains Point | 1100 Ohio Dr SW
Registration 7:30 AM | Run 8:30 AM | Walk 9:00 AM

Register today and be part of a powerful morning of movement, hope, and community. Together, we move closer to a world free from the devastation of brain aneurysms, click here, http://give.bafound.org/2026DC

03/04/2026

Healing isn’t a straight path. Some days feel strong, and some days feel heavy. Surviving a brain aneurysm is about showing up for yourself again and again, even when progress feels slow.

03/03/2026

This month’s Changemaker Spotlight features Debbi Lorge, who has turned personal loss into powerful advocacy. Through research support, fundraising, and raising awareness about knowing your family history, she’s bringing hope to families everywhere. Learn more about her impact here, https://www.bafound.org/blog/baf-changemaker-debbi-lorge/