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Who funds brain tumour research?
Archie Goodburn's plea highlights a significant funding gap. The charity Brain Tumour Research states that charities provide over 75% of funding for brain tumour research in the UK, with the government contributing only 25%. This imbalance means patient groups and charities bear most of the burden for vital research.
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